Iowa Central Community College
About Iowa Central Community College
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Iowa Central Community College teaches in Fort Dodge and across the north-central part of the state, and keeps dormitories. Nursing and vehicle repair are among its largest programs.
Founded
1966
Location
Fort Dodge, Iowa
Students
3,103
Institution
Community College
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
Open
Admits all qualified applicants
Graduation Rate
41.6%
Below national average
In-State Tuition
$5,496
Out-of-state: $7,788
Avg Net Price
$9,328
After financial aid
SAT Average
Not required
No test scores requested
Median Earnings
$42,046
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
41.6% complete their degree within three years
Retention
51.7%
Transfer Out
Not reported
Teaching Quality
19:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
100%
$/Student
$8.2K
Class Size
Large
The 41.6% 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
$5,496
In-State
$7,788
Out-of-State
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
$8,655
Books & Supplies
$1,460
Total Cost of Attendance
$15,222
After Financial Aid
$9,328
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$7,837
Receive Grants
34.9%
Take Loans
35.8%
The total cost of attendance runs about $15,222/yr, including $8,655 for room and board. After financial aid, the average student pays $9,328.
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 Iowa Central Community College fund their education.
While in School
34.9%
Get Grants
Free money
35.8%
Take Loans
Must repay
$29,191
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$11,000
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$117/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
The median debt is just $11,000, 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 Iowa Central Community College.
Gender
53.7%
Female
46%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
3,103
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
N/A
Graduates
40.2%
First-Gen
24 yrs
Avg Age
16.6%
Age 25+
The campus has a balanced gender split (54% women, 46% men). 40.2% 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
3,103
Students
community
Institution
Small
Campus Size
N/A
Classification
What This College Offers
Semester calendar
Study Abroad
Yes
AP Credit
Yes
Teacher Cert
Yes
ROTC
No
Evening College
Yes
Online Programs
Yes
Job Placement
Yes
Career Counseling
Yes
Sports & Athletics
How seriously this college takes sport
Iowa Central Community College fields 15 varsity teams with 850 student athletes, about 27% of the student body.
Division
NJCAA
Division II
Conference
Not reported
Only collected for NCAA and NAIA teams
Varsity Sports
15
Biggest: Football
Student Athletes
850
27% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
72% / 28%
616
Men
234
Women
13
Men's Teams
13
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
Every Varsity Team
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of Iowa Central Community Collegeearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$42,046
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
$24K
461 grads
1yr Earnings
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
$57K
94 grads
1yr Earnings
Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians
$50K
41 grads
1yr Earnings
Agricultural Business and Management
$51K
27 grads
4yr Earnings
Criminal Justice and Corrections
$39K
25 grads
1yr Earnings
Business Administration, Management and Operations
$53K
23 grads
4yr Earnings
Graduates earn about $36K six years out, growing to $42K 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.