Northland Pioneer College

Show Low, Arizona, United States · Est. 1974 · Community College

Community college serving northeastern Arizona with affordable access to university transfer and career-ready programs.

  • Founded 1974, public community college serving Navajo County and Apache County
  • Enrollment: ~6,712 students across 9 locations (4 campuses + 5 centers)
  • Service area: 21,158 square miles covering Navajo, Hopi, and White Mountain Apache lands
  • 108 degrees, certificates, and areas of study for transfer or direct-to-work pathways
  • HLC accredited; open admissions policy; 74% cheaper for general education vs. state universities
  • Notable alumni include Jonathan Nez (9th President of Navajo Nation) and professional athlete Mario Wuysang

Academics

NPC offers 108 degrees, certificates, and areas of study across multiple pathways. Programs include university transfer degrees (Associate of Arts/Science), direct-to-work certificates and Associate of Applied Science degrees, and specialized training in fields such as nursing, automotive technology, construction, cybersecurity, and early childhood education. The college also provides college credit in high school, adult college prep/GED, noncredit enrichment classes, and corporate training. Bachelor's degrees are available in select fields including Early Childhood Education (BAS).

Campus & Student Life

NPC operates nine locations across northeastern Arizona: four main campuses in Holbrook, Show Low, Snowflake, and Winslow, plus five centers in Hopi/Polacca, Kayenta, Springerville, St. Johns, and Whiteriver. The college features a Performing Arts Center, Talon Art Gallery, library services with laptops available for checkout, and student clubs. Campus life includes support for Native American students, veteran/military services, and food pantry distribution events. The mascot is Ernie Eagle, representing the Golden Eagles.

Admissions

NPC maintains an open admissions policy and accepts new student applications year-round. Full-time status requires enrollment in 12 or more credits per semester; part-time students take fewer than 12 credits. The college evaluates transfer credits from other institutions and offers alternative learning credit options. International students are welcome. Academic advising and new student orientation are available to support enrollment success.

Outcomes & Support

NPC Career Services helps students develop career goals, write résumés, and practice interviewing skills. The college offers employment opportunity videos, job boards (local, state, and federal), and university transfer fairs. Financial aid and scholarships are available through NPC Friends & Family foundation and other sources. Free 24/7 tutoring is provided to students, and the college emphasizes affordability—completing general education credits at NPC costs 74% less than at Arizona state universities.

Founded
1974
Type
Community College
Courses
15
Total intake
Not yet verified
Websitehttp://www.npc.edu
HousingNot available
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Quick stats

Courses offered
15
Avg career outcomes
$34.2K
Total intake
Not yet verified
Housing
No
Data last verified June 2026 · compiled from official sources