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Northeast Iowa Community College was founded in 1966. The college is also known as NICC. It is a community college located in Sheldon, Iowa. Originally, the college was known as Northeast Iowa Technical Institute. It became a Community College in 1988 and was renamed NICC in the same year. NICC offers bachelor’s and associate’s degree in several subjects including accounting, business, trade and technology, education and other science and arts subjects. It also offers several online continuing education courses.
NICC is home to may student organizations and clubs. Sigma Kappa Delta, Phi Theta Kappa, SkillsUSA and the Student’s Government Association are some of the clubs and organizations operating on campus. The Student Government Association plans, develops and organizes several student activities and programs on campus.
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Campus Location603 W Park St
Sheldon, IA 51201
USA
Main Tel: (712) 324-5061
Web Site The campus is in a rural site not far from an urban area. |
Northwest Iowa Community College HighlightsWhere Northwest Iowa Community College stands out most compared to other schools (details below): - Many students concentrating in construction trades and nursing and emergency medicine.
- Large number of programs of study offered.
- Large number of students.
- Number of dorm rooms for students.
- Affordable tuition & fees.
Other important characteristics: - Open admission; accepts all qualified candidates
- Library on-campus
- Campus housing available
- Student meal (board) plan
- Study abroad option
- Distance learning available
- Part-time classes available
Degrees Awarded (in 2007)| Degree | Total
Earned | Different
Programs |
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| Associate | 147 | 19 | | 1-2 year certificate | 121 | 12 |
StudentsThe student enrollment at Northwest Iowa Community College was 1,288 in 2007 (835 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 | $ 3,960 | | Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 5,190 | | Room | $ 2,200 | | Board | $ 1,000 | | Books and supplies | $ 900 | | Other | $ 4,410 |
Financial Aid: Northwest Iowa 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 | | 40 |
Housing and MealsNorthwest Iowa Community College provides on-campus housing for 86 of its 835 (full-time) students (as of 2007). Students may purchase a meal plan which includes 10 meals weekly.
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Programs of Study(Number of degrees awarded in 2007 in parentheses) BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT (21 awarded) - Accounting
- Business Administration and Management
- Retailing and Retail Operations
COMPUTER SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING (12 awarded) - Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications
- Computer/Info Tech Services Administration & Management
CONSTRUCTION TRADES (62 awarded) - Carpentry/Carpenter
- Construction Trades
- Electrician
- Lineworker
ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN (10 awarded) - Electrical/Electronic/Communications Engr Technology/Technician
- Manufacturing Technology/Technician
- Mechanical Drafting and Mechanical Drafting CAD/CADD
LIBERAL ARTS (23 awarded) - Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies
MECHANICS AND REPAIR (27 awarded) - Autobody/Collision and Repair Technology/Technician
- Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician
- Diesel Mechanics Technology/Technician
- Industrial Electronics Technology/Technician
MEDICAL ADMINISTRATION (3 awarded) - Health Information/Medical Records Technology/Technician
MEDICAL SUPPORT AND TECHNOLOGY (0 awarded) - Radiologic Technology/Science - Radiographer
NURSING AND EMERGENCY MEDICINE (85 awarded) - Emergency Medical Technology/Technician (EMT Paramedic)
- Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training
- Nursing/Registered Nurse (RN, ASN, BSN, MSN)
OFFICE AND ADMINISTRATION (9 awarded) - Administrative Assistant and Secretarial Science
PRODUCTION TRADES (4 awarded) - Machine Tool Technology/Machinist
- Welding Technology/Welder
TRANSPORTATION (12 awarded) - Construction/Heavy Equipment/Earthmoving Equipment Operation
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