North Iowa Area Community College
About North Iowa Area Community College
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
North Iowa Area Community College teaches in Mason City and keeps dormitories. Nursing and vehicle repair are among its largest programs.
Founded
1918
Location
Mason City, Iowa
Students
1,320
Institution
Community College
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
Open
Admits all qualified applicants
Graduation Rate
60.5%
Near national average
In-State Tuition
$6,653
Out-of-state: $9,551
Avg Net Price
$10,010
After financial aid
SAT Average
Not required
No test scores requested
Median Earnings
$43,462
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
Average
60.5% complete their degree within three years
Retention
66.7%
Transfer Out
13%
Teaching Quality
21:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
100%
$/Student
$13.3K
Class Size
Large
60.5% of students graduate on time. That's above the national average, but researching academic support resources before you enroll is always a smart move.
Tuition & Costs
What will you actually pay?
Tuition & Fees
$6,653
In-State
$9,551
Out-of-State
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
$8,000
Books & Supplies
$1,830
Total Cost of Attendance
$17,040
After Financial Aid
$10,010
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$8,471
Receive Grants
23.6%
Take Loans
20.4%
The total cost of attendance runs about $17,040/yr, including $8,000 for room and board. After financial aid, the average student pays $10,010.
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 North Iowa Area Community College fund their education.
While in School
23.6%
Get Grants
Free money
20.4%
Take Loans
Must repay
$40,270
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$9,500
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$101/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault 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 North Iowa Area Community College.
Gender
52.5%
Female
48%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
1,320
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
N/A
Graduates
31.2%
First-Gen
22 yrs
Avg Age
10.2%
Age 25+
The campus has a balanced gender split (53% women, 48% men). 31.2% 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
Rural: Fringe
Campus Quick Facts
1,320
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
No
Evening College
No
Online Programs
Yes
Job Placement
Yes
Career Counseling
Yes
Sports & Athletics
How seriously this college takes sport
North Iowa Area Community College fields 8 varsity teams with 379 student athletes, about 29% of the student body.
Division
NJCAA
Division II
Conference
Not reported
Only collected for NCAA and NAIA teams
Varsity Sports
8
Biggest: Track & Cross Country
Student Athletes
379
29% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
60% / 40%
228
Men
151
Women
6
Men's Teams
7
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
Every Varsity Team
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of North Iowa Area Community Collegeearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$43,462
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
$27K
294 grads
1yr Earnings
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
$58K
47 grads
1yr Earnings
Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians
$48K
30 grads
1yr Earnings
Business Administration, Management and Operations
—
21 grads
Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician (HAC, HACR, HVAC, HVACR)
—
12 grads
Agricultural Production Operations
—
10 grads
Graduates earn about $39K 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.