Hawkeye Community College

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Accredited

Higher Learning Commission

Open

Enrollment

$6,308

Avg. Tuition

4,796

Total Students

Rural

Waterloo, IA

Founded 1966

320 acres

About Hawkeye Community College

Hawkeye Community College is a comprehensive public institution offering more than 50 career and technical programs alongside liberal arts transfer options. It serves the Cedar Valley region with a focus on high-quality, affordable education and hands-on workforce training.

Trade Programs Available

Hvac TechnicianWeldingElectricianPlumbingAutomotive TechnicianMedical AssistantDental AssistantCdl TrainingCarpentryPharmacy TechnicianVeterinary TechnicianIt Networking

Programs Offered

Heating and Air Conditioning

Diploma

Duration: 12 months
Tuition: $6,308

Medical Assistant

Diploma

Duration: 12 months
Tuition: $6,308

Welding

Certificate

Duration: 9 months
Tuition: $4,500

Pharmacy Technician

Certificate

Duration: 4 months
Tuition: $2,999

Learning Format

Student-to-Instructor Ratio
13:1
Hands-On Training
70%
Start Dates
Fall, Spring, Summer
Externship
Included

Schedule Options

Day Classes Evening Classes Online Available Hybrid Available

Admissions

Open

Enrollment

16+

Minimum Age

Free

Application Fee

Admission Requirements

  • High school diploma or GED
  • High school transcript
  • Placement testing (ACCUPLACER or ACT/SAT)
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Cost & Financial Aid

Average Tuition $6,308
Books & Supplies $795
Equipment Fees $200
Estimated Total $7,303

Financial Aid Options

Financial Aid Available GI Bill Accepted WIA Approved Payment Plans

Available Scholarships

  • RedTail Achievement Scholarship
  • Future Ready Iowa Last-Dollar Scholarship
  • Hawkeye Foundation Scholarships

Graduate Outcomes

36%

Graduation Rate

94%

Job Placement Rate

95%

Licensure Pass Rate

Salary Information

$42,849

Average Starting Salary

Top Employers

John DeereUnityPoint HealthMercyOneTyson Foods

Student Services

Job Placement Assistance Career Services Tutoring Available Childcare Available Transportation Assistance

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