Indian Hills Community College
About Indian Hills Community College
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Indian Hills Community College teaches in Ottumwa and Centerville, in southern Iowa, and keeps dormitories. Vehicle repair and allied health are among its largest programs.
Founded
1966
Location
Ottumwa, Iowa
Students
1,495
Institution
Community College
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
Open
Admits all qualified applicants
Graduation Rate
40.1%
Below national average
In-State Tuition
$5,040
Out-of-state: $6,120
Avg Net Price
$10,693
After financial aid
SAT Average
Not required
No test scores requested
Median Earnings
$40,507
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
40.1% complete their degree within three years
Retention
58.9%
Transfer Out
12%
Teaching Quality
15:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
43.9%
$/Student
$10.5K
Class Size
Medium
The 40.1% graduation rate is below the national average of 44%. It's worth looking into what support systems the school offers to help you finish your degree.
Tuition & Costs
What will you actually pay?
Tuition & Fees
$5,040
In-State
$6,120
Out-of-State
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
$7,752
Books & Supplies
$2,352
Total Cost of Attendance
$17,791
After Financial Aid
$10,693
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$9,561
Receive Grants
24.2%
Take Loans
18.9%
The total cost of attendance runs about $17,791/yr, including $7,752 for room and board. After financial aid, the average student pays $10,693.
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 Indian Hills Community College fund their education.
While in School
24.2%
Get Grants
Free money
18.9%
Take Loans
Must repay
$31,070
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$10,500
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$111/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
The median debt is just $10,500, 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 Indian Hills Community College.
Gender
54.8%
Female
45%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
1,495
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
N/A
Graduates
41.2%
First-Gen
24 yrs
Avg Age
9.2%
Age 25+
The campus has a balanced gender split (55% women, 45% men). 41.2% are first-generation college students, so there's a strong community of students who understand that experience.
Campus Life
What it's like to be a student here
Campus Setting
Town: Remote
Campus Quick Facts
1,495
Students
community
Institution
Small
Campus Size
N/A
Classification
What This College Offers
Other academic year calendar
Study Abroad
No
AP Credit
Yes
Teacher Cert
No
ROTC
No
Evening College
No
Online Programs
Yes
Job Placement
Yes
Career Counseling
Yes
Sports & Athletics
How seriously this college takes sport
Indian Hills Community College fields 8 varsity teams with 395 student athletes, about 26% of the student body.
Division
NJCAA
Division I
Conference
Not reported
Only collected for NCAA and NAIA teams
Varsity Sports
8
Biggest: Track & Cross Country
Student Athletes
395
26% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
66% / 34%
262
Men
133
Women
6
Men's Teams
6
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
Every Varsity Team
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of Indian Hills Community Collegeearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$40,507
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
$27K
205 grads
1yr Earnings
Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians
$51K
31 grads
1yr Earnings
Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions
$44K
26 grads
1yr Earnings
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
$57K
25 grads
1yr Earnings
Computer Programming
$64K
20 grads
1yr Earnings
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods
—
20 grads
Graduates earn about $39K 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.