North Idaho College is a comprehensive community college founded in 1933, located on the shore of Lake Coeur d'Alene in northern Idaho. It serves over 9,000 students across five northern Idaho counties through more than 80 academic and career-technical programs, with additional facilities at the Parker Technical Education Center in Rathdrum and the Workforce Training Center in Post Falls.
The college operates on an open-door admissions policy and serves a broad range of learners - from high school seniors and working adults seeking career changes to community members pursuing lifelong learning. Enrollment spans more than 5,000 students in credit courses and approximately 4,400 in non-credit programs. Fields of study include healthcare, business, STEM, arts, trades, and human services.
Beyond traditional degree pathways, North Idaho College plays a significant role in regional workforce development and economic activity across the Idaho Panhandle. Its workforce training infrastructure - spanning the main campus, Rathdrum, and Post Falls - positions it as a practical link between education and regional employment needs.
Faculty and staff work across instruction, student services, administration, trades, and technical fields. The college emphasizes collaboration among employees in support of student outcomes and community engagement throughout the region.