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Iowa Western Community College was established in 1967. Today, it provides education in vocational and technical fields, and in liberal arts through more than 80 programs. It houses a flight school as well, which prepares students for various professions related to aircrafts. The college provides associate degrees in the following areas:
- Arts
- Science
- Applied Science
- General Studies
Aside from associate degrees, the college also offers diploma and certification programs. Iowa Western Community College also offers continuing education programs on a variety of subjects.
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Campus Location2700 College Rd
Council Bluffs, IA 51502-3004
USA
Main Tel: (712) 325-3200
Web Site The campus is in a small city. |
Iowa Western Community College HighlightsWhere Iowa Western Community College stands out most compared to other schools (details below): - Many students concentrating in liberal arts.
- Number of dorm rooms for students.
- Large number of students.
- Large number of programs of study offered.
Other important characteristics: - Open admission; accepts all qualified candidates
- Library on-campus
- Campus housing available
- Student meal (board) plan
- Distance learning available
- Part-time classes available
- ROTC
- Athlete financial aid
Degrees Awarded (in 2007)| Degree | Total
Earned | Different
Programs |
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| Associate | 708 | 30 | | 1-2 year certificate | 181 | 12 | | < 1 year certificate | 5 | 4 |
StudentsThe student enrollment at Iowa Western Community College was 5,300 in 2007 (3,680 full-time equivalent). Undergrads are 100% of enrolled students. Students living in the US make up 100% of incoming freshmen.
Tuition and Other Costs| Item | Cost |
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| State Tuition and fees | $ 3,450 | | Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 5,025 | | Room | $ 2,490 | | Board | $ 2,160 | | Books and supplies | $ 800 | | Other | $ 2,500 |
Financial Aid: Iowa Western Community College participates in US Title IV financial assistance programs. Please refer to BrainTrack's financial aid articles section for background information.
FacultyTenure (2007): | Full-Time Faculty | | Total |
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| Without tenure; tenure not available | | 106 |
Housing and MealsIowa Western Community College provides on-campus housing for 716 of its 3,680 (full-time) students (as of 2007). Students may purchase a meal plan which includes 17 meals weekly.
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Programs of Study(Number of degrees awarded in 2007 in parentheses) AGRICULTURAL SCIENCE AND MANAGEMENT (7 awarded) - Agribusiness/Agricultural Business Operations
BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT (34 awarded) - Accounting
- Business Administration and Management
- Human Resources Management/Personnel Administration
- Sales, Distribution, and Marketing Operations
COMPUTER SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING (9 awarded) - Computer Programming, Specific Applications
- Computer and Information Sciences and Support Services
- Computer/Info Tech Services Administration & Management
CONSTRUCTION TRADES (11 awarded) COOKING AND CULINARY ARTS (15 awarded) - Food Service, Waiter/Waitress, and Dining Room Management/Manager
ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN (26 awarded) - Architectural Drafting and Architectural CAD/CADD
- Civil Engineering Technology/Technician
- Electrical/Electronic/Communications Engr Technology/Technician
- Manufacturing Technology/Technician
FAMILY AND SOCIAL WORK (16 awarded) - Child Care Provider/Assistant
LANDSCAPING AND HORTICULTURE (7 awarded) - Landscaping and Groundskeeping
LIBERAL ARTS (429 awarded) - Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies
- Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies
- Sign Language Interpretation and Translation
MECHANICS AND REPAIR (50 awarded) - Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician
- Avionics Maintenance Technology/Technician
- Diesel Mechanics Technology/Technician
MEDIA (21 awarded) - Graphic Communications
- Radio and Television Broadcasting Technology/Technician
MEDICAL ADMINISTRATION (2 awarded) - Medical Transcription/Transcriptionist
MEDICAL SUPPORT AND TECHNOLOGY (103 awarded) - Dental Assisting/Assistant
- Dental Hygiene/Hygienist
- Medical/Clinical Assistant
- Surgical Technology/Technologist
- Veterinary/Animal Health Technology/Technician/Veterinary Assistant
NURSING AND EMERGENCY MEDICINE (159 awarded) - Emergency Medical Technology/Technician (EMT Paramedic)
- Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training
- Nursing/Registered Nurse (RN, ASN, BSN, MSN)
OFFICE AND ADMINISTRATION (5 awarded) - Administrative Assistant and Secretarial Science
PRODUCTION TRADES (0 awarded) - Machine Tool Technology/Machinist
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