Financial Aid

Financial aid breakdown for Northwest Iowa Community College: costs, grants, scholarships, and student loan details.

Sheldon, IA

In-State Tuition

$6,000

Out-of-State Tuition

$6,300

Average Net Price

$13,084

Price Difference

-$7,084

Avg. financial aid

Tuition & Fees

In-State Students $6,000

Annual tuition for residents of IA

Out-of-State Students $6,300

Annual tuition for non-residents

Average Net Price $13,084

Average amount students pay after grants and scholarships

Annual tuition at Northwest Iowa Community College is $6,000 for IA residents. Financial aid can significantly reduce this — the average net price is $13,084.

Net Price by Family Income

Students from families earning under $30,000 pay an average net price of $9,399 at Northwest Iowa Community College. Costs scale with family income.

$0 - $30,000

$9,399

$30,001 - $48,000

$8,168

$48,001 - $75,000

$11,764

$75,001 - $110,000

$14,932

Over $110,000

$15,114

Financial Aid Overview

84% of first-time, full-time students at Northwest Iowa Community College receive grants or scholarships. The average award is $4,497. See the full financial aid breakdown below.

Students Receiving Any Financial Aid

234 of 261 students

90%

Grants & Scholarships

Recipients

219 (84%)

Average Award

$4,497

Federal Pell Grants

Recipients

71 (27%)

Average Award

$4,945

Aid by Source

State & Local Grants

185 recipients (71%)

$2,581 avg

Institutional Grants

68 recipients (26%)

$1,908 avg

Student Loans

Only 13% of undergraduates at Northwest Iowa Community College take out federal student loans, with an average loan of $5,156. This low borrowing rate suggests students are finding other ways to cover costs.

Total Borrowers

241

13% of students

Average Loan Amount

$5,156

Financial Aid Resources

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FAFSA Information

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

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Payment Plans Available

Northwest Iowa Community College may offer payment plans that let you spread tuition costs over the semester. Reach out to the financial aid office to ask about options such as:

  • 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: 00460000
IPEDS ID: 154129

Use these codes when applying for federal financial aid

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