Kirkwood Community College
About Kirkwood Community College
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Kirkwood Community College teaches in Cedar Rapids and across eastern Iowa, and is one of the largest colleges in the state. Nursing and business are its largest programs, and it keeps a working farm for its agriculture students.
Founded
1966
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa
Students
7,591
Institution
Community College
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
Open
Admits all qualified applicants
Graduation Rate
43%
Below national average
In-State Tuition
$6,176
Out-of-state: $8,220
Avg Net Price
$9,705
After financial aid
SAT Average
Not required
No test scores requested
Median Earnings
$41,016
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
43% complete their degree within three years
Retention
71.1%
Transfer Out
10%
Teaching Quality
20:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
99.6%
$/Student
$8.1K
Class Size
Large
The 43% graduation rate is below average, but 71.1% 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
$6,176
In-State
$8,220
Out-of-State
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
No on-campus housing
Books & Supplies
$1,000
Total Cost of Attendance
$15,579
After Financial Aid
$9,705
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$6,967
Receive Grants
23.7%
Take Loans
21%
Tuition is $6,176/yr, and after aid the average student pays about $9,705.
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 Kirkwood Community College fund their education.
While in School
23.7%
Get Grants
Free money
21%
Take Loans
Must repay
$31,617
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$12,000
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$127/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
The median debt is just $12,000, 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 Kirkwood Community College.
Gender
58.2%
Female
42%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
7,591
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
N/A
Graduates
38.7%
First-Gen
24 yrs
Avg Age
16.4%
Age 25+
Women make up the majority at 58% of the student body. 38.7% 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
City: Midsize
Campus Quick Facts
7,591
Students
community
Institution
Medium
Campus Size
N/A
Classification
What This College Offers
Semester calendar
Study Abroad
Yes
AP Credit
Yes
Teacher Cert
No
ROTC
No
Evening College
Yes
Online Programs
Yes
Job Placement
No
Career Counseling
Yes
Sports & Athletics
How seriously this college takes sport
Kirkwood Community College fields 5 varsity teams with 112 student athletes, about 1% of the student body.
Division
NJCAA
Division II
Conference
Not reported
Only collected for NCAA and NAIA teams
Varsity Sports
5
Biggest: Baseball
Student Athletes
112
1% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
59% / 41%
66
Men
46
Women
3
Men's Teams
3
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of Kirkwood Community Collegeearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$41,016
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
$30K
660 grads
1yr Earnings
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
$64K
140 grads
1yr Earnings
Business Administration, Management and Operations
$37K
102 grads
1yr Earnings
Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services
$37K
80 grads
1yr Earnings
Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions
$52K
59 grads
1yr Earnings
Dental Support Services and Allied Professions
$37K
56 grads
1yr Earnings
Graduates earn about $38K 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.