Northeast Iowa Community College

Comprehensive information about programs, admissions, costs, and enrollment

Also known as: NICC

Calmar, IA
(844) 642-2338
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What Are the Key Stats for Northeast Iowa Community College?

Annual Tuition & Fees (In-State)

$6,780

Total Enrollment

4,808

Graduation Rate

51.4%

6-year graduation rate

Program Completions

675

Last reported year

How Northeast Iowa Community College Compares

Northeast Iowa Community College's 4,808-student body and $6,780 in-state tuition (62% retention) sit comfortably in the typical trade-college range. This kind of mid-tier scale usually translates to a balance between program variety and reasonable class sizes — neither too small to limit options nor too large to feel impersonal.

Where is Northeast Iowa Community College?

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What are the Most Popular Programs at Northeast Iowa Community College

110 graduates Class of 2025 CIP 24.0101
77 graduates Class of 2025 CIP 51.3901
63 graduates Class of 2025 CIP 51.3801
37 graduates Class of 2025 CIP 01.0204
34 graduates Class of 2025 CIP 01.0102

Verified Program Outcomes

Completion and employment results reported to the U.S. Department of Labor for Northeast Iowa Community College programs on the state Eligible Training Provider List. Missing values ("—") mean the state suppressed or did not report that metric — they never mean zero.

In the Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) *EMT.CPC program at Northeast Iowa Community College, 92% of students were employed within 6 months of exit, and 15% completed the program, and median earnings in the second quarter after exit were $10,747 (U.S. Department of Labor, PY 2023).

ProgramCompletion rateEmployed 6 mo after exitEmployed 1 yr after exitMedian quarterly earnings
Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) *EMT.CPC15%92%76%$10,747
Certified Nurse Aide (CNA) *CNA.CPC60%85%84%$4,518
Applied Management *APPMG.AAS15%82%80%$9,153
Practical Nursing *PN.DP43%89%88%$5,091
Associate Degree Nursing *ADN.AAS85%94%82%$16,536

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Source: U.S. Department of Labor, WIOA participant outcomes (trainingproviderresults.gov), PY 2023.

Explore Northeast Iowa Community College

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Enrollment

Northeast Iowa Community College enrolls 4,808 students. The student body is 58.9% women, with diverse representation across programs. The college maintains a 62% retention rate, reflecting student satisfaction and academic support.

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Academics

Northeast Iowa Community College maintains a 15:1 student-to-faculty ratio, providing exceptional opportunities for personalized instruction and academic support. The college maintains a good 62% retention rate for full-time students, reflecting student satisfaction and effective academic programs. The college accommodates diverse student needs with flexible enrollment options for part-time and working students.

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Faculty & Staff

Northeast Iowa Community College employs 111 instructional staff members dedicated to student success. The 15:1 student-to-faculty ratio provides excellent opportunities for personalized attention and mentoring. With 94.6% of faculty holding tenure, students benefit from experienced educators committed to teaching excellence.

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Programs

Northeast Iowa Community College offers programs in 22 different fields of study. The most popular programs include Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies, Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training, and Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse. In 2025, the college awarded 675 degrees and certificates across all programs.

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Financial Aid

Annual tuition and fees at Northeast Iowa Community College is $6,780 for in-state students and $7,770 for out-of-state students. After financial aid, the average net price is $10,915. Students can use the net price calculator to estimate their individual costs and potential aid.

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Student Outcomes

Northeast Iowa Community College achieves a 37.9% overall completion rate for students who complete their programs. Students typically complete their programs in 5 years, balancing academic rigor with timely graduation. The college supports working students with a 42.6% success rate for this population.

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Institution Details

Sector PUBLIC 2 YEAR
Control PUBLIC
Level AT LEAST 2 BUT LESS THAN 4 YEARS
Degree Granting Yes

Contact Information

Address
1625 Hwy 150
Calmar, IA, 52132-0400
Administrator
Dave Dahms
Acting President

Cost Information

In-State Tuition and Fees $6,780
Out-of-State Tuition and Fees $7,770
Average Net Price $10,915

Federal Identifiers

OPE ID: 00458700
EIN: 420924711
IPEDS ID: 154110
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