Iowa Western Community College

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Accredited

Higher Learning Commission

Open

Enrollment

$7,050

Avg. Tuition

5,500

Total Students

Suburban

Council Bluffs, IA

Founded 1966

250 acres

About Iowa Western Community College

Iowa Western Community College is a public two-year institution serving a seven-county area in southwest Iowa. It offers more than 80 programs of study, including high-demand vocational trades, health sciences, and liberal arts transfer degrees.

Trade Programs Available

Hvac TechnicianWeldingElectricianPlumbingAutomotive TechnicianMedical AssistantDental AssistantCdl TrainingCarpentryCulinaryPharmacy TechnicianVeterinary TechnicianIt Networking

Programs Offered

HVAC/R Technology

Diploma

Duration: 11 months
Tuition: $7,050

Welding Technology

Diploma

Duration: 11 months
Tuition: $7,050

Nursing (ADN)

Associate of Applied Science

Duration: 24 months
Tuition: $14,100

Pharmacy Technician

Certificate

Duration: 4 months
Tuition: $1,689

Learning Format

Student-to-Instructor Ratio
16:1
Hands-On Training
70%
Start Dates
Fall, Spring, and Summer
Externship
Included

Schedule Options

Day Classes Evening Classes Online Available Hybrid Available

Admissions

Open

Enrollment

18+

Minimum Age

Free

Application Fee

Admission Requirements

  • High school diploma or GED
  • Official transcripts
  • Placement testing or ACT/SAT scores
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Cost & Financial Aid

Average Tuition $7,050
Books & Supplies $1,467
Equipment Fees $510
Estimated Total $9,027

Financial Aid Options

Financial Aid Available GI Bill Accepted WIA Approved Payment Plans

Available Scholarships

  • Education 2 Employment
  • Last-Dollar Scholarship
  • IWCC Foundation Scholarships

Graduate Outcomes

50%

Graduation Rate

91%

Job Placement Rate

95%

Licensure Pass Rate

Salary Information

$42,000

Average Starting Salary

Top Employers

WalgreensCVS PharmacyMethodist Health SystemCHI Health

Student Services

Job Placement Assistance Career Services Tutoring Available Housing Assistance Childcare Available

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