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Public 2 Year

North Iowa Area Community College

Mason City, Iowa

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Overview

Enrollment

2,479
North Iowa Area Community College overview
Location Mason City, Iowa
Online niacc.edu
School Type Public 2 Year
Setting Remote Town
North Iowa Area Community College overview
Size Small
Status Non-profit
On Campus Housing Yes
Level of Study Undergrad
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North Iowa Area Community College (NIACC) is a public, two-year institution located in Mason City, Iowa, offering a range of associate degree programs and certificates. The college is situated in a small city environment approximately 120 miles north of Des Moines, providing a blend of suburban tranquility and access to urban amenities. Established in 1918, NIACC holds the distinction of being the first community college in Iowa. It serves students with an open admissions policy, easing the pathway for diverse applicants. The college is known for programs in business, health sciences, and liberal arts, with a focus on practical, career-oriented education. On-campus housing is available, which is not always common in community colleges, offering a residential experience for those seeking a more traditional college environment. While NIACC's athletics are less highlighted in prominence, the college competes in the Iowa Community College Athletic Conference with the team name Trojans.

North Iowa Area Community College has an open admission policy which permits enrollment by any high school graduate or GED holding student.  1,138 students are enrolled on a full time basis, and 1,341 attend part time. In-state tuition for 2022/2023, excluding room and board, is $5,378 plus fees of $818.

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Annual Cost to Attend

Iowa Resident Tuition

$5,378
In State Costs for North Iowa Area Community College
Fee Cost
Books and Supplies$1,420
Other Fees$818
Room and Board $7,488
Budget for Other Expenses$2,831
Total One Year Cost$17,935

Out of State Resident Tuition

$8,066
Out of State Costs for North Iowa Area Community College
Fee Cost
Books and Supplies$1,420
Other Fees$818
Room and Board $7,488
Budget for Other Expenses$2,831
Total One Year Cost$20,623

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Outcomes

Average Salary After 10 Years

$34,700 per year

Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate

Data Not Available

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Popular Areas of Study

Popular subjects studied by North Iowa Area Community College students
Subject Percent of Class
Health Professions 41%
Liberal Arts and Humanities 32%
Business 8%
Agriculture 4%
Mechanic and Repair Technologies 3%

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Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=154059 IPEDS survey data for North Iowa Area Community College.

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Last updated February 24, 2024