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Marshalltown Community College

Community CollegeHSITown: Distant

About Marshalltown Community College

Overview, location, and what makes it stand out

Marshalltown Community College teaches in central Iowa and is a Hispanic-Serving Institution with dormitories. Nursing and business are its largest programs.

Founded

1927

Location

Marshalltown, Iowa

Students

788

Institution

Community College

Known For

NursingBusinessAutomotive & RepairTransfer PathwaysHSI

Key Stats

A quick snapshot of what matters most

Acceptance Rate

Open

Admits all qualified applicants

Graduation Rate

42.3%

Below national average

In-State Tuition

$5,496

Out-of-state: $6,504

Avg Net Price

$8,059

After financial aid

SAT Average

Not required

No test scores requested

Median Earnings

$41,010

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

Low GraduationHigh Graduation
42.3%

Below Average

42.3% complete their degree within three years

Retention

68.7%

Transfer Out

15%

Teaching Quality

20:1

Student-Faculty Ratio

Full-Time

100%

$/Student

$7.6K

Class Size

Large

The 42.3% graduation rate is below average, but 68.7% 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

$8,660

Books & Supplies

$1,500

Total Cost of Attendance

$14,425

After Financial Aid

$8,059

Average Net Price

Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships

Net Price (family income <$30K)

$6,393

Receive Grants

22.2%

Take Loans

10.8%

The total cost of attendance runs about $14,425/yr, including $8,660 for room and board. After financial aid, the average student pays $8,059.

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 Marshalltown Community College fund their education.

While in School

22.2%

Get Grants

Free money

10.8%

Take Loans

Must repay

$34,741

Median Family Income

After Graduation

$9,500

Median Debt at Graduation

Total federal loan balance when students graduate

$101/mo

Monthly Payment

0%

Low

Default Rate

The median debt is just $9,500, 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 Marshalltown Community College.

Gender

51.7%

Female

/

48%

Male

Female to Male Ratio

Race & Ethnicity

46.2%
31.6%
8%
4.8%
3.7%
2.9%
White
Hispanic
International
Black
Asian
Multiracial

Enrollment

788

Undergraduate Students

Student Profile

N/A

Graduates

45%

First-Gen

23 yrs

Avg Age

9.4%

Age 25+

The campus has a balanced gender split (52% women, 48% men). 45% are first-generation college students, so there's a strong community of students who understand that experience. 8% international students add diversity to the campus.

Campus Life

What it's like to be a student here

Campus Setting

RuralCity
Town: Distant

Town: Distant

Campus Quick Facts

788

Students

community

Institution

Small

Campus Size

N/A

Classification

What This College Offers

Semester calendar

Study Abroad

No

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

Marshalltown Community College fields 5 varsity teams with 125 student athletes, about 16% of the student body.

Division

Other

Association not listed by the survey

Conference

Not reported

Only collected for NCAA and NAIA teams

Varsity Sports

5

Biggest: Soccer

Student Athletes

125

16% of the student body

Athletes by Gender

59% / 41%

74

Men

/

51

Women

3

Men's Teams

4

Women's Teams

Biggest Teams

MenWomen
44
Soccer
28
Baseball
28
Basketball
13
Softball
12
Volleyball

After Graduation

What can you earn with this degree?

How much do graduates of Marshalltown Community Collegeearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.

Earnings Trajectory

$41,010

Median Earnings · 10 Years After

$37K
6yr
$32K
8yr
$41K
10yr

Popular Programs

Top 6

Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities

$30K

143 grads

1yr Earnings

Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing

$62K

28 grads

1yr Earnings

Business Administration, Management and Operations

7 grads

Precision Systems Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians

5 grads

Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians

5 grads

Biology, General

4 grads

Graduates earn about $37K six years out, growing to $41K by year ten. Above average, though your choice of major will be the biggest factor.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Marshalltown Community College

How much does Marshalltown Community College cost?
Tuition at Marshalltown Community College is $5,496 for in-state students and $6,504 for out-of-state students. The total cost of attendance runs about $14,425/yr, including $8,660 for room and board. After financial aid, the average student pays $8,059.
What is the graduation rate at Marshalltown Community College?
Marshalltown Community College has a graduation rate of 42.3%. The 42.3% graduation rate is below average, but 68.7% of freshmen return for year two. Students are staying, even if completion takes longer than four years.
How much do Marshalltown Community College graduates earn?
The median earnings for Marshalltown Community College graduates is $41,010 ten years after enrollment. Graduates earn about $37K six years out, growing to $41K by year ten. Above average, though your choice of major will be the biggest factor.

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.