Northwest Iowa Community College
Location and Contact Information
603 W Park StSheldon, IA 51201
USA
Main Tel: (712) 324-5061
Web Site
The campus is in a rural site not far from an urban area.
Overview
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.
Highlights (vs. Other Schools)
- Many students concentrating in construction trades and mechanics and repair.
- Large number of programs of study offered.
- Number of dorm rooms for students.
- Large number of students.
- Affordable tuition & fees.
- Good faculty-to-student ratio.
School characteristics:
- The school is public.
- Academic calender: Semester.
- Carnegie classification: Associates Colleges.
Features of note:
- Open admission; accepts all qualified candidates.
- There are one or more libraries on-campus.
- Campus housing is available.
- Students may study abroad.
- Distance learning is available.
- Part-time classes are available.
Tuition and Financial Aid (2009-2010)
| Item | Cost |
|---|---|
| State Tuition and fees | $ 4,410 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 5,460 |
| Room | $ 3,200 |
| Board | $ 1,200 |
| Books and supplies | $ 980 |
| Other | $ 4,530 |
Financial Aid
Northwest Iowa Community College participates in US Title IV financial assistance programs.
In 2009-2010, 85% of students received financial aid of some sort.
| Grants | % of Students | Average Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Any Grant | 63% | $3,312 |
| Institutional Grant | 30% | $1,278 |
| Federal Grant | 39% | $3,618 |
| Pell Grant | 38% | $3,091 |
| Other Federal Grant | 19% | $1,239 |
| State or Local Grant | 19% | $1,587 |
| Loans | % of Students | Average Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Student Loan | 61% | $4,835 |
| Federal Loan | 61% | $4,735 |
| Other Loan | $12,400 |
(Please refer to BrainTrack's financial aid articles section for background information.)
Similar Schools
Based on proprietary BrainTrack computer comparisons against all other US colleges, these schools appear to be most similar to Northwest Iowa Community College:
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| School | Location | Enrollment | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Alpena Community College | Alpena, MI | 2,042 |
| 2 | Mitchell Technical Institute | Mitchell, SD | 756 |
| 3 | Manhattan Area Technical College | Manhattan, KS | 473 |
| 4 | Saint Cloud Technical College | Saint Cloud, MN | 3,949 |
| 5 | Hibbing Community College-A Technical and Community College | Hibbing, MN | 1,505 |
| 6 | Uintah Basin Applied Technology College | Roosevelt, UT | 700 |
| 7 | Linn State Technical College | Linn, MO | 983 |
| 8 | Minnesota West Community and Technical College | Granite Falls, MN | 3,003 |
| 9 | North Central Kansas Technical College | Beloit, KS | 508 |
| 10 | Pennsylvania Highlands Community College | Johnstown, PA | 1,173 |
Degrees Awarded (in 2009-2010)
| Degree | Total Earned | Different Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Associate | 166 | 23 |
| 1-2 year certificate | 141 | 13 |
Faculty
Tenure (2009-2010):
| Full-Time Faculty | Total | |
|---|---|---|
| Without tenure; tenure not available | 41 |
Students
Student enrollment was 1,256 in 2009-2010 (985 full-time equivalent).
Undergrads are 100% of enrolled students.
Students under 25 years old represent 82% of the student body. About 5% of the school is at least 40 years of age.
Room and Board
Northwest Iowa Community College provides on-campus housing for 148 of its 985 (full-time) students (as of 2009-2010).
Graduate School Focus
The highest degree offered is the Associate.
Programs of Study
(Number of degrees in 2009-2010 in parentheses)
AGRICULTURAL SCIENCE AND MANAGEMENT
- Agriculture
BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT
- Accounting
- Business Administration and Management
- Retailing and Retail Operations
COMPUTER SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING
- Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications
- Computer/Info Tech Services Administration & Management
CONSERVATION AND RESOURCE MANAGEMENT
- Natural Resources/Conservation
CONSTRUCTION TRADES
- Carpentry/Carpenter
- Construction Trades
- Electrician
- Lineworker
ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN
- Electrical/Electronic/Communications Engr Technology/Technician
- Manufacturing Technology/Technician
- Mechanical Drafting and Mechanical Drafting CAD/CADD
LIBERAL ARTS
- Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies
MECHANICS AND REPAIR
- Autobody/Collision and Repair Technology/Technician
- Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician
- Diesel Mechanics Technology/Technician
- Industrial Electronics Technology/Technician
MEDICAL ADMINISTRATION
- Health Information/Medical Records Technology/Technician
MEDICAL SUPPORT AND TECHNOLOGY
- Radiologic Technology/Science - Radiographer
NURSING AND EMERGENCY MEDICINE
- Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training
- Nursing/Registered Nurse (RN, ASN, BSN, MSN)
OFFICE AND ADMINISTRATION
- Administrative Assistant and Secretarial Science
PHOTOGRAPHY AND COMMERCIAL ART
- Commercial Photography
PRODUCTION TRADES
- Machine Tool Technology/Machinist
- Welding Technology/Welder
SCIENCE
- Biotechnology
TRANSPORTATION
- Construction/Heavy Equipment/Earthmoving Equipment Operation