C+
Above Average
Score: 54/100

Indian Hills Community College

2-Year Public
📍 Ottumwa, Iowa 52501
Outcomes
C
49/100
Affordability
B
70/100
Resources
C+
63/100
Experience
B
67/100
Prestige
F
27/100

Quick Stats

3,236
Total Enrollment
40%
Graduation Rate
58%
Retention Rate
15.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
N/A
Acceptance Rate
$7,529
Avg Net Price
🏠 Housing Market Near Indian Hills Community College

31% of students live off-campus (not with family), creating consistent rental demand near campus. That's approximately 1,006 students who need housing.

Avg Home Value
$126,439
Avg Monthly Rent
$833
1-Year Change
+3.5%
For parents & investors

The Indian Hills Community College Town Property Report

  • Avg home value near campus: $126,439
  • Avg rent near campus: $833/mo — vs ~$288/mo campus room rate
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 52554 (5.8% cap, Eldon)

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Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $4,872 $6,120
Room $2,595
Board $3,750
Total Cost (On-Campus) $19,560 $20,808

Financial Aid

95%
Receive Any Aid
46%
Receive Pell Grants
35%
Take Out Loans
$7,529
Avg Net Price

Net Price by Family Income

Family Income Average Net Price
$0 - $30,000$6,481
$30,001 - $48,000$6,459
$48,001 - $75,000$7,284
$75,001 - $110,000$10,802
$110,001+$9,364

Programs & Career Paths

Top Degree Programs

Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.

Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies 206 grads/yr Welding Technology/Welder 56 grads/yr Radiologic Technology/Science - Radiographer 28 grads/yr Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse 26 grads/yr Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training 22 grads/yr Dental Assisting/Assistant 21 grads/yr Computer Programming, Specific Applications 20 grads/yr Dental Hygiene/Hygienist 17 grads/yr Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician 16 grads/yr Elementary Education and Teaching 13 grads/yr Business Administration and Management, General 12 grads/yr Carpentry/Carpenter 11 grads/yr Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications 11 grads/yr Medical Insurance Coding Specialist/Coder 10 grads/yr Secondary Education and Teaching 10 grads/yr Physical Therapy Assistant 10 grads/yr Psychology, General 9 grads/yr Accounting Technology/Technician and Bookkeeping 9 grads/yr Machine Tool Technology/Machinist 9 grads/yr Administrative Assistant and Secretarial Science, General 8 grads/yr

Related Career Paths

Careers that graduates from Indian Hills Community College's top programs commonly pursue.

Postsecondary teachers, all other
$78k/yr 183,400 jobs
Welders, cutters, solderers, and brazers
$51k/yr 457,300 jobs
Welding, soldering, and brazing machine setters, operators, and tenders
$47k/yr 38,900 jobs
Health specialties teachers, postsecondary
$106k/yr 289,600 jobs
Radiologic technologists and technicians
$78k/yr 228,000 jobs
Registered nurses
$94k/yr 3,391,000 jobs
Nursing instructors and teachers, postsecondary
$80k/yr 91,600 jobs
Licensed practical and licensed vocational nurses
$62k/yr 651,400 jobs

Student Demographics

3,236
Total Students
51%
Women
45%
Traditional Age (18-24)
31%
Off-Campus Renters

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 76%
Hispanic 9%
Black 5%
Asian 2%
Two or More 3%
Non-Resident 4%

🏠 Living Arrangements

On Campus 28%
Off-Campus (Renters) 31%
With Family 41%
🏘️ Rental Demand: ~1,006 students need off-campus housing

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 58%
Hybrid (Some Online) 29%
Fully Online 13%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 45%
25-64 (Adult) 9%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Indian Hills Community College?
Acceptance rate data is not available for this institution. Many schools with open enrollment or specialized programs do not report traditional acceptance rates.
How much does it cost to attend Indian Hills Community College?
Tuition at Indian Hills Community College is $4,872 for in-state students and $6,120 for out-of-state students . However, the average net price after financial aid is $7,529.
What is the graduation rate at Indian Hills Community College?
The graduation rate at Indian Hills Community College is 40%. This graduation rate is below average. Consider factors like program type and student demographics when evaluating.
Is Indian Hills Community College a good school?
Indian Hills Community College has a Repit College Score of 54/100 (Grade: C+). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (C): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (B): Net cost and financial aid access
  • Resources (C+): Class sizes and selectivity
  • Experience (B): Campus life and learning format
  • Prestige (F): Reputation and recognition
How many students attend Indian Hills Community College?
Indian Hills Community College has a total enrollment of 3,236 students.
Is there rental demand near Indian Hills Community College?
Yes! Approximately 31% of students at Indian Hills Community College live off-campus (not with family). That's roughly 1,006 students who need rental housing near campus. This represents significant rental demand, which affects housing availability and pricing in the Ottumwa area.

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Data source: IPEDS 2023-24 | Last updated: September 2026 | Methodology