Iowa Western Community College
About Iowa Western Community College
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Iowa Western Community College teaches in Council Bluffs, across the river from Omaha, and keeps dormitories. Nursing and criminal justice are among its largest programs.
Founded
1966
Location
Council Bluffs, Iowa
Students
2,916
Institution
Community College
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
Open
Admits all qualified applicants
Graduation Rate
40%
Below national average
In-State Tuition
$6,930
Out-of-state: $7,080
Avg Net Price
$14,629
After financial aid
SAT Average
Not required
No test scores requested
Median Earnings
$42,793
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% complete their degree within three years
Retention
57%
Transfer Out
19%
Teaching Quality
19:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
33.5%
$/Student
$6.7K
Class Size
Large
The 40% 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
$6,930
In-State
$7,080
Out-of-State
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
$8,750
Books & Supplies
$1,290
Total Cost of Attendance
$18,978
After Financial Aid
$14,629
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$13,099
Receive Grants
24.3%
Take Loans
20%
The total cost of attendance runs about $18,978/yr, including $8,750 for room and board. After financial aid, the average student pays $14,629.
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 Western Community College fund their education.
While in School
24.3%
Get Grants
Free money
20%
Take Loans
Must repay
$29,881
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$11,033
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$117/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
The median debt is just $11,033, 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 Western Community College.
Gender
55.8%
Female
44%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
2,916
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
N/A
Graduates
42.5%
First-Gen
23 yrs
Avg Age
13.8%
Age 25+
Women make up the majority at 56% of the student body. 42.5% are first-generation college students, so there's a strong community of students who understand that experience. 5.5% international students add diversity to the campus.
Campus Life
What it's like to be a student here
Campus Setting
Suburb: Large
Campus Quick Facts
2,916
Students
community
Institution
Small
Campus Size
N/A
Classification
What This College Offers
Semester calendar
Study Abroad
No
AP Credit
Yes
Teacher Cert
No
ROTC
Yes
Evening College
Yes
Online Programs
Yes
Job Placement
Yes
Career Counseling
Yes
Sports & Athletics
How seriously this college takes sport
Iowa Western Community College fields 13 varsity teams with 680 student athletes, about 23% of the student body.
Division
NJCAA
Division I
Conference
Not reported
Only collected for NCAA and NAIA teams
Varsity Sports
13
Biggest: Football
Student Athletes
680
23% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
71% / 29%
481
Men
199
Women
11
Men's Teams
11
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
Every Varsity Team
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of Iowa Western Community Collegeearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$42,793
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
$28K
321 grads
1yr Earnings
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
$65K
99 grads
1yr Earnings
Criminal Justice and Corrections
—
25 grads
Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians
$47K
24 grads
1yr Earnings
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods
—
23 grads
Psychology, General
—
23 grads
Graduates earn about $36K six years out, growing to $43K 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.