Iowa · 2026
Best Cosmetology/Cosmetologist Schools
#1 of 16 ranked schools in Iowa
View placement details: Best Cosmetology/Cosmetologist Schools, IowaIowa Lakes Community College Rankings
Current edition: 2026-r2
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Iowa · 2026
Best Colleges for Agriculture & Natural Resources
#1 of 15 ranked schools in Iowa
View placement details: Best Colleges for Agriculture & Natural Resources, Iowa
Iowa · 2026
Best Massage Therapy/Therapeutic Massage Schools
#1 of 10 ranked schools in Iowa
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Positions are within each ranking’s listed group of schools. National and state placements use different groups.
| Ranking | Scope | Position | Number ranked | Data tier | Links |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Best Value Trade Colleges | National | #519 of 912 ranked schools nationwideTop 57% | 912 | Tier 1 | View ranking: Best Value Trade Colleges, National |
| Most Diverse Trade Colleges | National | #613 of 2634 ranked schools nationwideTop 24% | 2634 | Tier 1 | View ranking: Most Diverse Trade Colleges, National |
| Best Trade Colleges | National | #355 of 2672 ranked schools nationwideTop 14% | 2672 | Tier 1 | View ranking: Best Trade Colleges, National |
| Best Colleges for Agriculture & Natural Resources | National | #38 of 403 ranked schools nationwideTop 10% | 403 | Tier 1 | View ranking: Best Colleges for Agriculture & Natural Resources, National |
| Best Colleges for Natural Resources & Environment | National | #34 of 109 ranked schools nationwideTop 32% | 109 | Tier 1 | View ranking: Best Colleges for Natural Resources & Environment, National |
| Best Colleges for Personal & Culinary | National | #315 of 1593 ranked schools nationwideTop 20% | 1593 | Tier 1 | View ranking: Best Colleges for Personal & Culinary, National |
| Best Colleges for Recreation & Fitness | National | #76 of 218 ranked schools nationwideTop 35% | 218 | Tier 1 | View ranking: Best Colleges for Recreation & Fitness, National |
| Best Colleges for Security & Protective Services | National | #459 of 641 ranked schools nationwideTop 72% | 641 | Tier 1 | View ranking: Best Colleges for Security & Protective Services, National |
| Best Colleges for Construction | National | #220 of 596 ranked schools nationwideTop 37% | 596 | Tier 1 | View ranking: Best Colleges for Construction, National |
| Best Colleges for Automotive & Repair | National | #223 of 897 ranked schools nationwideTop 25% | 897 | Tier 1 | View ranking: Best Colleges for Automotive & Repair, National |
| Best Colleges for Manufacturing | National | #456 of 750 ranked schools nationwideTop 61% | 750 | Tier 1 | View ranking: Best Colleges for Manufacturing, National |
| Best Colleges for Manufacturing | State · Iowa | #16 of 16 ranked schools in Iowa | 16 | Tier 1 | View ranking: Best Colleges for Manufacturing, Iowa |
| Best Colleges for Visual & Performing Arts | National | #237 of 451 ranked schools nationwideTop 53% | 451 | Tier 1 | View ranking: Best Colleges for Visual & Performing Arts, National |
| Best Colleges for Health Sciences | National | #745 of 1535 ranked schools nationwideTop 49% | 1535 | Tier 1 | View ranking: Best Colleges for Health Sciences, National |
| Best Colleges for Health Sciences | State · Iowa | #15 of 24 ranked schools in Iowa | 24 | Tier 1 | View ranking: Best Colleges for Health Sciences, Iowa |
| Best Colleges for Business & Finance | National | #403 of 863 ranked schools nationwideTop 47% | 863 | Tier 1 | View ranking: Best Colleges for Business & Finance, National |
| Best Automotive Mechanics Technology Schools | National | #208 of 597 ranked schools nationwideTop 35% | 597 | Tier 1 | View ranking: Best Automotive Mechanics Technology Schools, National |
| Best Carpentry Schools | National | #78 of 152 ranked schools nationwideTop 52% | 152 | Tier 1 | View ranking: Best Carpentry Schools, National |
| Best Cosmetology/Cosmetologist Schools | National | #175 of 1217 ranked schools nationwideTop 15% | 1217 | Tier 1 | View ranking: Best Cosmetology/Cosmetologist Schools, National |
| Best Electrician Schools | National | #164 of 404 ranked schools nationwideTop 41% | 404 | Tier 1 | View ranking: Best Electrician Schools, National |
| Best Heating, Air Conditioning & Ventilation (HVAC) Schools | National | #260 of 503 ranked schools nationwideTop 52% | 503 | Tier 1 | View ranking: Best Heating, Air Conditioning & Ventilation (HVAC) Schools, National |
| Best Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training (LPN/LVN) Schools | National | #331 of 766 ranked schools nationwideTop 44% | 766 | Tier 1 | View ranking: Best Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training (LPN/LVN) Schools, National |
| Best Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training (LPN/LVN) Schools | State · Iowa | #13 of 16 ranked schools in Iowa | 16 | Tier 1 | View ranking: Best Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training (LPN/LVN) Schools, Iowa |
| Best Massage Therapy/Therapeutic Massage Schools | National | #64 of 242 ranked schools nationwideTop 27% | 242 | Tier 1 | View ranking: Best Massage Therapy/Therapeutic Massage Schools, National |
| Best Welding Technology Schools | National | #378 of 730 ranked schools nationwideTop 52% | 730 | Tier 1 | View ranking: Best Welding Technology Schools, National |
| Best Welding Technology Schools | State · Iowa | #14 of 16 ranked schools in Iowa | 16 | Tier 1 | View ranking: Best Welding Technology Schools, Iowa |
| Best Trade Colleges for Working Students | National | #292 of 1503 ranked schools nationwideTop 20% | 1503 | Tier 1 | View ranking: Best Trade Colleges for Working Students, National |
Past editions
2026 edition · 2026-r1
Published . These placements are retained from this past edition.
Positions are within each ranking’s listed group of schools. National and state placements use different groups.