Colleges Near Varina

Colleges and universities near me in the Varina, Iowa area

There are 26 colleges within 100 miles of Varina enrolling a total of 90,243 students. These are the closest colleges.

Located in Iowa with a population of 71, the closest colleges are ranked below by distance from Varina. The nearest college is Buena Vista University in Storm Lake at a distance of 15.8 miles from Varina. Driving time to these schools from Varina should be less than 2 hours. The top rated college in the area is Drake University in Des Moines which is ranked #149 in the nation by CollegeSimply. The largest college in the area is Iowa State University enrolling 29,969 students. In terms of affordability, Western Iowa Tech Community College in Sioux City offers the lowest tuition for colleges in the area at $4,032 per year.

This directory is inclusive of nearby two and four year schools, both public and private. If you are looking for more affordable higher education options or not ready for a full four-year program, consider local community colleges near Varina.
Varina, IA within 100 miles Public Private For-Profit 4 year 2 year

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Des Moines Area Community College
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Ankeny, IA
 

Des Moines Area Community College

Public 2 Year

0 reviews

 

  • 21,637enrollment
  • $9,292net price
  • 100%acceptance rate
  • -SAT range
  • -ACT range
  • NAAvg GPA

93 miles from Varina

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University of Phoenix Des Moines Campus
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West Des Moines, IA
 

University of Phoenix Des Moines Campus

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

 

  • 4enrollment
  • -net price
  • 100%acceptance rate
  • -SAT range
  • -ACT range
  • NAAvg GPA

93 miles from Varina

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Drake University
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Des Moines, IA

Drake University

Private 4 Year

2 reviews

#2 Best Colleges in Iowa

  • 4,685enrollment
  • $30,333net price
  • 67%acceptance rate
  • 1110-1340SAT range
  • 25-30ACT range
  • 3.7Avg GPA

97 miles from Varina

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North Iowa Area Community College
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Mason City, IA
 

North Iowa Area Community College

Public 2 Year

0 reviews

 

  • 2,479enrollment
  • $6,327net price
  • 100%acceptance rate
  • -SAT range
  • -ACT range
  • NAAvg GPA

96 miles from Varina

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Vatterott College Des Moines
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Des Moines, IA
 

Vatterott College Des Moines

Private 2 Year

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  • 34enrollment
  • $18,401net price
  • 100%acceptance rate
  • -SAT range
  • -ACT range
  • NAAvg GPA

96 miles from Varina

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Grand View University
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Des Moines, IA
 

Grand View University

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

#15 Best Private Colleges in Iowa

  • 1,827enrollment
  • $20,236net price
  • 98%acceptance rate
  • 920-1080SAT range
  • 17-22ACT range
  • 3.3Avg GPA

Applications Due Aug 15

98 miles from Varina

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Mercy College of Health Sciences
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Des Moines, IA
 

Mercy College of Health Sciences

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

 

  • 911enrollment
  • $22,433net price
  • 97%acceptance rate
  • -SAT range
  • 19-24ACT range
  • 3.12Estimated Avg GPA

98 miles from Varina

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AIB College of Business
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Des Moines, IA
 

AIB College of Business

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

 

  • 348enrollment
  • $12,440net price
  • 42%acceptance rate
  • -SAT range
  • -ACT range
  • NAAvg GPA

99 miles from Varina

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FAQ's

The closest community college is Iowa Central Community College and is 37.3 miles from Varina. Explore the complete list of nearby community college options.

Tuition and fees at Iowa Central Community College are $5,196 for local residents for one academic year. Explore full costs to attend.

Iowa Central Community College has an open admission policy. Open admission colleges typically have few admission thresholds and will admit all applicants so long as certain minimum requirements are met.