Overview
Enrollment
Northwest Iowa Community College (NCC) is located in Sheldon, a rural community in northwest Iowa approximately 60 miles from Sioux City. The campus features modern technical training facilities spread across 269 acres of rolling prairie, with several academic buildings and a central student center serving as the hub of campus activity. NCC offers career and technical education programs, particularly in healthcare, advanced manufacturing, electrical technology, and automotive technology, along with transfer-focused associate degree programs. The college maintains strong partnerships with regional employers and four-year institutions, providing workplace training and transfer pathways for its students. While NCC operates as a commuter campus without on-campus housing, it serves students from throughout northwest Iowa and neighboring states.
Annual Cost to Attend
Iowa Resident Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,312 |
| Other Fees | $1,110 |
| Room and Board | $9,316 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $4,980 |
| Total One Year Cost | $22,718 |
Out of State Resident Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,312 |
| Other Fees | $1,110 |
| Room and Board | $9,316 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $4,980 |
| Total One Year Cost | $23,018 |
Outcomes
Average Salary After 10 Years
Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
Popular Areas of Study
| Subject | Percent of Class |
|---|---|
| Construction Trades | 25% |
| Health Professions | 23% |
| Mechanic and Repair Technologies | 13% |
| Liberal Arts and Humanities | 10% |
| Business | 10% |
Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=154129 IPEDS survey data for Northwest Iowa Community College.
Current students may use the Northwest Iowa Community College GPA calculator to determine their current college GPA.
Last updated February 24, 2025