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Northwest State Community College
Archbold, Ohio · Public community college
Address: 22600 State Route 34, Archbold, OH 43502 · Phone: (419) 267-5511 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Northwest State Community College is a public trade and career school in Archbold, Ohio, offering LPN, CNC machining, and construction trades programs, accredited by the Higher Learning Commission and ACEN.
Northwest State Community College has a 45.6% completion rate, below the state average of 68.8%, with median graduate debt of $9,750 and median earnings of $40,004 ten years after entry, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data; federal financial aid can be used here, and about 13.3% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Licensed practical and licensed vocational nurses | $50,030 | $61,950 | $65,900 |
| Machinists | $38,070 | $57,940 | $64,050 |
| Construction laborers | $37,370 | $56,080 | $74,370 |
| Medical assistants | $36,050 | $42,810 | $46,270 |
| Phlebotomists | $36,190 | $39,770 | $46,520 |
| Welders, cutters, solderers and brazers | $38,990 | $50,340 | $59,510 |
| Electricians | $40,750 | $64,700 | $80,500 |
| Medical records specialists | $38,060 | $50,990 | $63,510 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Ohio (May 2025; national where the state figure is not published). The program table below shows what this campus's own graduates earned in their first year, whatever job they took.
Trade programs at this campus
| Program | Credential | Grads / yr | Earnings, yr 1 | Earnings, yr 2 | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants | Certificate, 1–2 years | 10 | $34,056 | $35,142 | $8,959 |
| Building/Construction Finishing, Management, and Inspection | Associate degree | 4 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Precision Metal Working | Certificate, 1–2 years | 4 | not reported | $38,289 | not reported |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Associate degree | 3 | $27,889 | $26,585 | not reported |
| Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science/Research and Allied Professions | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 3 | not reported | $23,182 | $7,000 |
| Precision Metal Working | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 2 | not reported | $38,289 | not reported |
| Electrical and Power Transmission Installers | Associate degree | 1 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 1 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Precision Metal Working | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 1 | not reported | $38,289 | not reported |
| Precision Metal Working | Associate degree | 1 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Precision Metal Working | Associate degree | 1 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
Earnings are median wages and self-employment income reported to the IRS (W-2 and Schedule SE) for graduates who received federal aid and were working and not enrolled, measured in the calendar year after finishing. They are pay only: health insurance, retirement contributions and other benefits are not included.
Graduates per year from the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) 2022-23 Completions survey. Earnings and debt are College Scorecard field-of-study medians for graduates of this program at this campus (reported at the 4-digit program level, so closely related programs share a figure); "not reported" means too few graduates were counted to publish a figure.
About this school
Northwest State Community College is a public community college in Archbold, Ohio. It is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, with its nursing programs accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing, and federal financial aid (Title IV) can be used here. The campus awards 11 trade and career program families, with the most completed being LPN / LVN programs (10), CNC & machining programs (7), and construction trades programs (4).
Federal data shows a completion rate of 45.6%, below the Ohio state average of 68.8%. Among the 31 trade program completers, median debt at graduation is $9,750, and median earnings 10 years after entry are $40,004. About 13.3% of students receive Pell Grants. Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data.
With an undergraduate enrollment of 1,115 in a distant rural locale, this campus may suit students seeking shorter, hands-on trade credentials such as LPN, machining, or construction trades rather than longer academic degree paths; program length details themselves are not reported for this campus in federal data. Career changers should confirm program schedules and format directly with the school. To verify accreditation status and outcome figures independently, check the Higher Learning Commission and ACEN accreditor listings and the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Northwest State Community College offers 11 program families, most notably LPN / LVN programs, CNC & machining programs, and construction trades programs.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, it is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, with nursing programs accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing.
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
Yes, this school participates in Title IV federal financial aid programs, and about 13.3% of students receive Pell Grants.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 45.6%, which is below the Ohio state average of 68.8%.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Median debt among graduates is $9,750, per federal data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are $40,004, per the College Scorecard.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
Cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school at (419) 267-5511 or visit its website for current tuition.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
It is a public community college, which typically means lower tuition for state residents and eligibility for state funding support.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Specific program lengths are not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school directly to confirm.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can check the Higher Learning Commission and ACEN websites for accreditation status and review the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard at the provided link for outcome data.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The school offers shorter trade credentials like LPN, machining, and construction programs, which are often chosen by career changers, though specific format and schedule details are not reported in federal data.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Licensing requirements, such as for LPN practice, are not detailed in federal data; contact the school for specifics on licensure exams tied to each program.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Northwest State Community College at (419) 267-5511 or through its website at https://northweststate.edu/.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data with nearby schools is not reported in federal data; use the College Scorecard link to look up other institutions in Ohio for comparison.
Data: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) 2022-23 Completions survey; College Scorecard June 2026; Database of Accredited Postsecondary Institutions and Programs (DAPIP), September 2026. Figures are the U.S. Department of Education's official measures, not Career Training Path's opinion. Tuition, schedules and program availability change — confirm with the school before enrolling.