Ellsworth Community College
About Ellsworth Community College
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Ellsworth Community College has taught in Iowa Falls since 1890 and keeps dormitories. Agricultural production and nursing are among its largest programs, and better than a quarter of its students transfer on.
Founded
1890
Location
Iowa Falls, Iowa
Students
499
Institution
Community College
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
Open
Admits all qualified applicants
Graduation Rate
37.5%
Below national average
In-State Tuition
$5,496
Out-of-state: $6,504
Avg Net Price
$11,451
After financial aid
SAT Average
Not required
No test scores requested
Median Earnings
$40,562
10 years after enrollment
Admissions
How competitive is getting in?
Selectivity
Open Admission
Every applicant who meets the basic requirements is admitted, so there is no acceptance rate
How to Apply
Test Policy
No test needed
Application Fee
Free
Early
N/A
Deadline
Rolling
Academics
How strong is the academic experience?
Student Success
Below Average
37.5% complete their degree within three years
Retention
63.9%
Transfer Out
27%
Teaching Quality
17:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
100%
$/Student
$9.1K
Class Size
Medium
The 37.5% graduation rate is below average, but 63.9% of freshmen return for year two. Students are staying, even if completion takes longer than four years.
Tuition & Costs
What will you actually pay?
Tuition & Fees
$5,496
In-State
$6,504
Out-of-State
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
$9,000
Books & Supplies
$1,400
Total Cost of Attendance
$18,804
After Financial Aid
$11,451
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$9,121
Receive Grants
34.8%
Take Loans
36.1%
The total cost of attendance runs about $18,804/yr, including $9,000 for room and board. After financial aid, the average student pays $11,451.
Financial Aid
Who gets aid and what happens after
Financial aid comes in two forms: grants and scholarships (free money you don't repay) and loans (borrowed money you pay back after graduating). Here's how students at Ellsworth Community College fund their education.
While in School
34.8%
Get Grants
Free money
36.1%
Take Loans
Must repay
$39,957
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$10,000
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$106/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
The median debt is just $10,000, and less than 0% of graduates default on their loans. Students here leave with very manageable financial obligations.
Student Body
Diversity, gender, and enrollment
From gender balance and racial diversity to age and background, here's a look at who attends Ellsworth Community College.
Gender
48.7%
Female
51%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
499
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
N/A
Graduates
31.5%
First-Gen
21 yrs
Avg Age
8.3%
Age 25+
The campus has a balanced gender split (49% women, 51% men). 31.5% are first-generation college students, so there's a strong community of students who understand that experience. 6.6% international students add diversity to the campus.
Campus Life
What it's like to be a student here
Campus Setting
Town: Remote
Campus Quick Facts
499
Students
community
Institution
Small
Campus Size
N/A
Classification
What This College Offers
Semester calendar
Study Abroad
Yes
AP Credit
No
Teacher Cert
No
ROTC
No
Evening College
Yes
Online Programs
Yes
Job Placement
Yes
Career Counseling
Yes
Sports & Athletics
How seriously this college takes sport
Ellsworth Community College fields 6 varsity teams with 240 student athletes, about 48% of the student body.
Division
NJCAA
Division I
Conference
Not reported
Only collected for NCAA and NAIA teams
Varsity Sports
6
Biggest: Football
Student Athletes
240
48% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
77% / 23%
185
Men
55
Women
4
Men's Teams
4
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
Every Varsity Team
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of Ellsworth Community Collegeearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$40,562
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
$23K
69 grads
1yr Earnings
Agricultural Production Operations
$44K
24 grads
4yr Earnings
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
$58K
18 grads
1yr Earnings
Agriculture, General
$50K
15 grads
4yr Earnings
Business Administration, Management and Operations
—
9 grads
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods
—
7 grads
Graduates earn about $32K six years out, growing to $41K by year ten. Above average, though your choice of major will be the biggest factor.
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Data sourced from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard Some figures may reflect prior academic years. Our editorial team reviews and updates college profiles to ensure accuracy. If you notice outdated information, please let us know.