Financial Aid

Find out how affordable Iowa Western Community College in Council Bluffs, IA really is — tuition, net price, and aid details below.

Council Bluffs, IA

In-State Tuition

$6,270

Out-of-State Tuition

$6,420

Average Net Price

$11,552

Price Difference

-$5,282

Avg. financial aid

Tuition & Fees

In-State Students $6,270

Annual tuition for residents of IA

Out-of-State Students $6,420

Annual tuition for non-residents

Average Net Price $11,552

Average amount students pay after grants and scholarships

Annual tuition at Iowa Western Community College is $6,270 for IA residents. Financial aid can significantly reduce this — the average net price is $11,552.

Net Price by Family Income

Students from families earning under $30,000 pay an average net price of $10,053 at Iowa Western Community College. Costs scale with family income.

$0 - $30,000

$10,053

$30,001 - $48,000

$10,574

$48,001 - $75,000

$12,138

$75,001 - $110,000

$13,513

Over $110,000

$14,113

Financial Aid Overview

75% of first-time, full-time students at Iowa Western Community College receive grants or scholarships. The average award is $5,812. See the full financial aid breakdown below.

Students Receiving Any Financial Aid

724 of 861 students

84%

Grants & Scholarships

Recipients

644 (75%)

Average Award

$5,812

Federal Pell Grants

Recipients

364 (42%)

Average Award

$4,990

Aid by Source

State & Local Grants

98 recipients (11%)

$3,731 avg

Institutional Grants

372 recipients (43%)

$4,002 avg

Student Loans

25% of undergraduates at Iowa Western Community College take out federal student loans, with borrowers receiving $5,584 on average. Review the details below.

Total Borrowers

1,318

25% of students

Average Loan Amount

$5,584

Financial Aid Resources

Net Price Calculator

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Financial Aid Office

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FAFSA Information

Complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid to qualify for grants, loans, and work-study programs.

Apply for FAFSA →

Payment Plans Available

To help manage costs, Iowa Western Community College may provide installment payment options. Check with the financial aid office about plans like:

  • Monthly payment plans
  • Deferred payment options
  • Employer tuition assistance programs

Need Help?

Contact the financial aid office for personalized assistance with:

  • Scholarship opportunities
  • Grant eligibility
  • Work-study programs
  • Payment plan options

Federal School Codes

OPE ID: 00459800
IPEDS ID: 153630

Use these codes when applying for federal financial aid

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