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Kirkwood Community College was established in 1966. It was named after Samuel J. Kirkwood, U.S. Senator and Iowa governor in the late 19th century. In addition to its main campus east of Kirkwood Boulevard, Kirkwood Community College also has learning centers in Williamsburg, Iowa City, Tipton, Marion, Washington, Vinton, Belle Plaine, and Monticello. The academic divisions of the college are organized into the following departments:
- Agricultural Sciences
- Arts & Humanities
- Business & Information Technology
- Distance Learning
- English
- Health Science
- Industrial Technologies
- Math/Science
- Social Sciences
There are a number of student clubs and organizations in Kirkwood Community College. Some of these are the American Sign Language Club, Global Leadership Organization, Student American Dental Hygienists Association, and Phi Theta Kappa and Environmental Club.
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Campus Location6301 Kirkwood Blvd SW
Cedar Rapids, IA 52406-2068
USA
Main Tel: (319) 398-5411
Web Site The campus is in a medium-sized city. |
Kirkwood Community College HighlightsWhere Kirkwood Community College stands out most compared to other schools (details below): - Many students concentrating in landscaping and horticulture, conservation and resource management, animal science and care, agricultural science and management, construction trades, nursing and emergency medicine, office and administration, and liberal arts.
- Large number of students.
- Large number of programs of study offered.
- Affordable tuition & fees.
Other important characteristics: - Open admission; accepts all qualified candidates
- Library on-campus
- Distance learning available
- Part-time classes available
- Athlete financial aid
Degrees Awarded (in 2007)| Degree | Total
Earned | Different
Programs |
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| Associate | 1,949 | 64 | | 1-2 year certificate | 374 | 26 | | < 1 year certificate | 70 | 15 |
StudentsThe student enrollment at Kirkwood Community College was 15,091 in 2007 (10,639 full-time equivalent). Undergrads are 100% of enrolled students. About 2% of freshmen are from countries other than the US. Students living in the US make up 98% of incoming freshmen.
Tuition and Other Costs| Item | Cost |
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| State Tuition and fees | $ 3,090 | | Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 6,180 | | Books and supplies | $ 1,410 |
Financial Aid: Kirkwood 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 | | 280 |
Housing and MealsOn-campus housing is not available.
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Programs of Study(Number of degrees awarded in 2007 in parentheses) AGRICULTURAL SCIENCE AND MANAGEMENT (48 awarded) - Agricultural Power Machinery Operation
- Agricultural Production Operations
- Agricultural/Farm Supplies Retailing and Wholesaling
ANIMAL SCIENCE AND CARE (42 awarded) - Animal Health
- Horse Husbandry/Equine Science and Management
BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT (127 awarded) - Accounting
- Apparel and Accessories Marketing Operations
- Business Administration and Management
- Finance
- International Marketing
- Marketing/Marketing Management
- Sales, Distribution, and Marketing Operations
COMPUTER SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING (70 awarded) - Computer Programming, Specific Applications
- Computer and Information Sciences and Support Services
- Computer/Info Tech Services Administration & Management
- System Administration/Administrator
CONSERVATION AND RESOURCE MANAGEMENT (25 awarded) - Natural Resources/Conservation
CONSTRUCTION TRADES (53 awarded) - Carpentry/Carpenter
- Construction Trades
- Mason/Masonry
- Plumbing Technology/Plumber
COOKING AND CULINARY ARTS (48 awarded) - Culinary Arts/Chef Training
- Restaurant, Culinary, and Catering Management/Manager
DESIGN (21 awarded) ENGINEERING (4 awarded) ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN (43 awarded) - Architectural Drafting and Architectural CAD/CADD
- Electrical/Electronic/Communications Engr Technology/Technician
- Mechanical Drafting and Mechanical Drafting CAD/CADD
- Telecommunications Technology/Technician
- Water Quality & Wastewater Treatment Mgmt & Recycling Tech
FAMILY AND SOCIAL WORK (44 awarded) - Child Care Provider/Assistant
- Community Organization and Advocacy
- Social Work
HOSPITALITY (7 awarded) - Hospitality Administration/Management
LANDSCAPING AND HORTICULTURE (57 awarded) - Applied Horticulture/Horticultural Business Services
- Floriculture/Floristry Operations and Management
- Landscaping and Groundskeeping
- Turf and Turfgrass Management
LAW (38 awarded) - Legal Administrative Assistant/Secretary
- Legal Assistant/Paralegal
LIBERAL ARTS (919 awarded) - Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies
- Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies
- Sign Language Interpretation and Translation
MECHANICS AND REPAIR (75 awarded) - Autobody/Collision and Repair Technology/Technician
- Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician
- Communications Systems Installation and Repair Technology
- Diesel Mechanics Technology/Technician
- Heating/AC/Ventilation/Refrig Maint Technology/Technician
- Industrial Electronics Technology/Technician
MEDIA (29 awarded) - Graphic Communications
- Radio and Television Broadcasting Technology/Technician
MEDICAL ADMINISTRATION (20 awarded) - Health Information/Medical Records Technology/Technician
- Medical Administrative/Executive Assistant and Medical Secretary
MEDICAL SUPPORT AND TECHNOLOGY (224 awarded) - Dental Assisting/Assistant
- Dental Hygiene/Hygienist
- Dental Laboratory Technology/Technician
- Electroneurodiagnostic/Electroencephalographic Tech/Tech
- Medical/Clinical Assistant
- Respiratory Care Therapy/Therapist
- Surgical Technology/Technologist
- Veterinary/Animal Health Technology/Technician/Veterinary Assistant
NURSING AND EMERGENCY MEDICINE (320 awarded) - Emergency Medical Technology/Technician (EMT Paramedic)
- Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training
- Nursing/Registered Nurse (RN, ASN, BSN, MSN)
NUTRITION AND EXERCISE THERAPY (16 awarded) - Occupational Therapist Assistant
OFFICE AND ADMINISTRATION (66 awarded) - Administrative Assistant and Secretarial Science
- Business/Office Automation/Technology/Data Entry
- Data Entry/Microcomputer Applications
PRODUCTION TRADES (16 awarded) - Machine Tool Technology/Machinist
- Welding Technology/Welder
SECURITY AND LAW ENFORCEMENT (69 awarded) - Corrections
- Criminal Justice/Police Science
- Fire Protection and Safety Technology/Technician
- Fire Science/Fire-fighting
THERAPY AND COUNSELING (12 awarded) - Physical Therapist Assistant
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