C
Average
Score: 50/100
Overall (traditional)
C+
Outcome Rating
62/100 · earnings-weighted

Northeast Iowa Community College

2-Year Public
📍 Calmar, Iowa 52132
ℹ️
Rating Context: ⚠️ Limited Data Available. Some metrics for this institution are incomplete or unavailable, which may affect the overall grade. Consider researching this school directly for the most current information.

Suggested Focus: For this type of institution, we recommend prioritizing the Outcomes Score (C) which measures graduation and job placement rates — the most relevant metrics for career programs.
Graduation Rate: 48%
Outcomes
C
53/100
Affordability
B
70/100
Resources
C+
55/100
Experience
D
41/100
Prestige
F
27/100

Two ratings: the overall grade compares colleges the conventional way (outcomes, cost, resources, experience, reputation). The Outcome Rating asks what students earn: 60% wage-adjusted earnings 10 years after enrolling, 25% graduation, 15% retention. Methodology

Quick Stats

4,378
Total Enrollment
48%
Graduation Rate
56%
Retention Rate
20.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
N/A
Acceptance Rate
$9,523
Avg Net Price
🏠 Housing Market Near Northeast Iowa Community College ▼

44% of first-year students live off campus and not with family (U.S. Dept. of Education, IPEDS). Upper-year students at most universities move off campus at much higher rates, so near-campus rental demand is typically larger than this figure suggests.

Avg Home Value
$277,689
Avg Monthly Rent
$828
1-Year Change
+7.0%

Earnings, Debt & Completion

What happens to students who enroll at Northeast Iowa Community College, from the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard.

$41,306
Median earnings 10 yrs after entry
$38,805
Median earnings 6 yrs after entry
$12,000
Median debt at graduation
51.4%
Completion rate (within 150% of normal time)
22.8%
Students receiving Pell grants

Typical debt at graduation equals about 29% of one year’s median earnings ten years after entry.

Earnings rank: 69th percentile among associate-degree-focused colleges after a partial adjustment for local wage levels (IA wage index 0.90). This drives the Outcome Rating.

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, retrieved Oct 2026. Earnings are for federally aided students who enrolled, whether or not they graduated.

Earnings by Major at Northeast Iowa Community College

Median pay of undergraduate certificate or diploma graduates by field of study, and how each program ranks against every college reporting that major — by raw pay and adjusted for state wage levels. Same school, very different paychecks.

Major1 yr after4 yrs aftervs. nationalRank (pay)Rank (wage-adj.)Median debt
Agricultural Mechanization$56,331$75,681+25%#1 of 5#1$7,000
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing$57,546$70,400-12%#49 of 59#44$17,750
Heavy/Industrial Equipment Maintenance Technologies/Technicians—$68,942+11%#19 of 55#18—
Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants—$62,601+12%#228 of 757#168$13,000
Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians$43,536$59,939+16%#60 of 319#50$5,500
Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions$51,206$56,533-2%#147 of 290#141$13,939
Electrical and Power Transmission Installers$44,198$56,022+6%#83 of 152#75—
Precision Metal Working$43,588$51,808+6%#114 of 365#101$5,446
Agricultural Production Operations$38,924$47,199+12%———
Accounting and Related Services$24,726$45,676+2%#39 of 101#33$18,335
Business Administration, Management and Operations$29,018$45,615-4%#74 of 120#70$18,325
Agricultural Business and Management$40,955$44,739+2%#4 of 5#4—
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities$29,491$43,610-3%#56 of 100#35$11,086
Health and Medical Administrative Services$36,716$42,332+19%#74 of 496#48$18,750
Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services$32,840$37,903+11%#167 of 637#112$10,917
Dental Support Services and Allied Professions$28,585$37,125+10%#90 of 332#71$5,500
Human Development, Family Studies, and Related Services—$28,030-10%#44 of 59#34—

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, field-of-study data. Earnings are for graduates who received federal aid and were working; small programs are not reported.

For parents & investors

The Northeast Iowa Community College Town Property Report

  • Avg home value near campus: $277,689
  • Avg rent near campus: $828/mo
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 52163 (5.0% cap, Protivin)

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🏆 Where Northeast Iowa Community College Ranks

Rankings based on Repit College Grade among schools offering each program.

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Agricultural Power Machinery Operation
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Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $5,850 $6,720

Financial Aid

97%
Receive Any Aid
41%
Receive Pell Grants
22%
Take Out Loans
$9,523
Avg Net Price

Net Price by Family Income

Family Income Average Net Price
$0 - $30,000$8,886
$30,001 - $48,000$9,480
$48,001 - $75,000$10,462
$75,001 - $110,000$11,428
$110,001+$13,057

Programs & Career Paths

Top Degree Programs

Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.

Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies 109 grads/yr Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse 74 grads/yr Business Administration and Management, General 64 grads/yr Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training 62 grads/yr Agribusiness/Agricultural Business Operations 36 grads/yr Agricultural Power Machinery Operation 25 grads/yr Electrician 23 grads/yr Dairy Husbandry and Production 22 grads/yr Child Care Provider/Assistant 22 grads/yr Dental Assisting/Assistant 17 grads/yr Health Information/Medical Records Technology/Technician 16 grads/yr Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician 16 grads/yr Medical/Clinical Assistant 14 grads/yr General Studies 14 grads/yr Industrial Mechanics and Maintenance Technology/Technician 14 grads/yr Radiologic Technology/Science - Radiographer 13 grads/yr Veterinary/Animal Health Technology/Technician and Veterinary Assistant 11 grads/yr Welding Technology/Welder 11 grads/yr Accounting 11 grads/yr Computer Programming, Specific Applications 10 grads/yr

Related Career Paths

Careers that graduates from Northeast Iowa Community College's top programs commonly pursue.

Postsecondary teachers, all other
$78k/yr 183,400 jobs
Registered nurses
$94k/yr 3,391,000 jobs
Nursing instructors and teachers, postsecondary
$80k/yr 91,600 jobs
Chief executives
$206k/yr 309,400 jobs
Compensation and benefits managers
$140k/yr 20,900 jobs
Human resources managers
$140k/yr 221,900 jobs
Sales managers
$138k/yr 619,500 jobs
Managers, all other
$137k/yr 1,333,700 jobs

Student Demographics

4,378
Total Students
59%
Women
64%
Traditional Age (18-24)
44%
Off-Campus Renters

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 89%
Hispanic 4%
Black 3%
Asian 1%
Two or More 1%

🏠 Living Arrangements

Off-Campus (Renters) 44%
With Family 56%
🏘️ Rental Demand: ~1,931 students need off-campus housing

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 55%
Hybrid (Some Online) 25%
Fully Online 21%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 64%
25-64 (Adult) 14%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Northeast Iowa 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 Northeast Iowa Community College?
Tuition at Northeast Iowa Community College is $5,850 for in-state students and $6,720 for out-of-state students . However, the average net price after financial aid is $9,523.
What is the graduation rate at Northeast Iowa Community College?
The graduation rate at Northeast Iowa Community College is 48%. This graduation rate is below average. Consider factors like program type and student demographics when evaluating.
Is Northeast Iowa Community College a good school?
Northeast Iowa Community College has a Repit College Score of 50/100 (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 (D): Campus life and learning format
  • Prestige (F): Reputation and recognition
Note: As a smaller institution, we recommend focusing on the Outcomes score when evaluating this school.
How many students attend Northeast Iowa Community College?
Northeast Iowa Community College has a total enrollment of 4,378 students.
Is there rental demand near Northeast Iowa Community College?
Yes! Approximately 44% of students at Northeast Iowa Community College live off-campus (not with family). That's roughly 1,931 students who need rental housing near campus. This represents significant rental demand, which affects housing availability and pricing in the Calmar area.

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