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Northeast Iowa Community College

Community CollegeRural: Distant

About Northeast Iowa Community College

Overview, location, and what makes it stand out

Northeast Iowa Community College teaches in the dairy country of the state's northeastern corner and runs a dairy center that trains the people who work the herds. Nursing and agricultural mechanization are among its largest programs.

Founded

1966

Location

Calmar, Iowa

Students

1,697

Institution

Community College

Known For

NursingBusinessAllied HealthTransfer Pathways

Key Stats

A quick snapshot of what matters most

Acceptance Rate

Open

Admits all qualified applicants

Graduation Rate

51.4%

Below national average

In-State Tuition

$6,780

Out-of-state: $7,770

Avg Net Price

$11,272

After financial aid

SAT Average

Not required

No test scores requested

Median Earnings

$41,306

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
51.4%

Average

51.4% complete their degree within three years

Retention

61.8%

Transfer Out

2%

Teaching Quality

20:1

Student-Faculty Ratio

Full-Time

41.3%

$/Student

$13.3K

Class Size

Large

51.4% 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

$6,780

In-State

/

$7,770

Out-of-State

Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals

Room & Board

No on-campus housing

Books & Supplies

$1,200

Total Cost of Attendance

$17,838

After Financial Aid

$11,272

Average Net Price

Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships

Net Price (family income <$30K)

$9,137

Receive Grants

22.8%

Take Loans

14.8%

Tuition is $6,780/yr, and after aid the average student pays about $11,272.

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 Northeast Iowa Community College fund their education.

While in School

22.8%

Get Grants

Free money

14.8%

Take Loans

Must repay

$33,205

Median Family Income

After Graduation

$12,000

Median Debt at Graduation

Total federal loan balance when students graduate

$127/mo

Monthly Payment

0%

Low

Default 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 Northeast Iowa Community College.

Gender

66.4%

Female

/

34%

Male

Female to Male Ratio

Race & Ethnicity

81.4%
6%
5%
1.2%
1.2%
White
Black
Hispanic
Asian
Multiracial

Enrollment

1,697

Undergraduate Students

Student Profile

N/A

Graduates

36.9%

First-Gen

23 yrs

Avg Age

14.5%

Age 25+

Women make up the majority at 66% of the student body. 36.9% 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

RuralCity
Rural: Distant

Rural: Distant

Campus Quick Facts

1,697

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

Yes

Online Programs

Yes

Job Placement

Yes

Career Counseling

Yes

Sports & Athletics

How seriously this college takes sport

Northeast Iowa Community College fields 1 varsity team with 34 student athletes, about 2% of the student body.

Division

NJCAA

Division II

Conference

Not reported

Only collected for NCAA and NAIA teams

Varsity Sports

1

Biggest: Other Sports

Student Athletes

34

2% of the student body

Athletes by Gender

79% / 21%

27

Men

/

7

Women

1

Men's Teams

1

Women's Teams

Biggest Teams

MenWomen
34
Other

After Graduation

What can you earn with this degree?

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

Earnings Trajectory

$41,306

Median Earnings · 10 Years After

$39K
6yr
$33K
8yr
$41K
10yr

Popular Programs

Top 6

Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities

107 grads

Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing

68 grads

Agricultural Mechanization

31 grads

Business Administration, Management and Operations

25 grads

Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions

24 grads

Agricultural Production Operations

13 grads

Graduates earn about $39K 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 Northeast Iowa Community College

How much does Northeast Iowa Community College cost?
Tuition at Northeast Iowa Community College is $6,780 for in-state students and $7,770 for out-of-state students. Tuition is $6,780/yr, and after aid the average student pays about $11,272.
What is the graduation rate at Northeast Iowa Community College?
Northeast Iowa Community College has a graduation rate of 51.4%. 51.4% of students graduate on time. That's above the national average, but researching academic support resources before you enroll is always a smart move.
How much do Northeast Iowa Community College graduates earn?
The median earnings for Northeast Iowa Community College graduates is $41,306 ten years after enrollment. Graduates earn about $39K 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.