Iowa Central Community College

330 Ave M, Fort Dodge, IA, 50501 - View a map of this school Map

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Iowa Central Community College is one of the nation's 50 fastest growing community colleges because service to students is its highest priority. Approximately 5300 students attend Iowa Central's three campuses Centrally located with easy access to main east-west and north-south travel routes, Iowa Central offers high quality residence life opportunities, total transfer options, affordable costs and a wide range of two-year programs....

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School Overview:

  • Iowa Central Community College
  • Community College Avg.
County Webster County, IA -
Title IV Eligible Yes Yes
Carnegie Classification Associate of Arts Colleges Associate of Arts Colleges
Institution Level At least 2 yrs but < 4 yrs At least 2 yrs but < 4 yrs
Institution Control Public Public
Full-Time Undergraduate 2,419 students 1,029 students
Part-Time Undergraduate 3,072 students 1,461 students
Total Enrollment 5,491 students 2,225 students
Total Dormitory Capacity 797 students 232 students
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid 83% 78%
% Students Receiving Federal Grants 38% 46%
Avg. Amount Of Federal Grants Received $2,592 $2,847
% Students Receiving State/Local Grants 8% 29%
Avg. Amount Of State/Local Grants Received $936 $1,273
% Students Receiving Institutional Grants 47% 12%
Avg. Amount Of Institutional Grants Received $725 $1,150
% Students Receiving Loans 64% 38%
Avg. Amount Of Loan Received $4,137 $3,143

School Notes:

  • Students who enter Iowa Central for associate degree programs and vocational-technical programs find low student-to-teacher ratios, a campus-wide understanding of business and industry needs, and quick response to student input and activity trends that keep its educational offerings on the cutting edge.
  • Business & Industry Training & Solutions customized training program is designed to meet education and training needs of business and industry in area V. Iowa Central Community College offers quality customized training and technical assistance for employers. Specialized curriculum and consultant services can be tailored to meet your specific need.
  • The Continuing Education and Workplace Services Division of Iowa Central Community College strives to meet educational needs of our communities by providing a broad array of interesting courses at a reasonable cost. Through cooperation and partnerships with local school districts, service agencies, businesses, industries and organizations, Iowa Central Community College provides quality education, training and cultural activities.
  • The Collegian is the student newspaper of Iowa Central Community College. Established in 1961, The Collegian has chronicled the events of the college, its students, staff and faculty, on a regular basis since that time. A 12-page, tabloid section, the American Scholastic Press Association award-winning Collegian prints four times per semester, from September until May.
  • Profile last updated: 08/22/2008.
  • Mayor candidates sound off on key issues (Columbus Ledger-Enquirer)
    posted on September 5, 2010 at 03:31:11 am
    The Columbus mayor’s race is no game, but like many competitions, it may begin with an introduction of the players — in alphabetical order, Wayne Anthony, Zeph Baker, Paul Olson and Teresa Tomlinson.
  • Iowa Building Named Smartest in the Nation (KIMT Mason City)
    posted on September 2, 2010 at 09:31:08 pm
    MASON CITY, IA - A building designed by Mason City architects is being named one of the smartest in the country. The health and science building at Iowa Central Community College in Fort Dodge was designed by Bergland and Cram architects.
  • 'Doughnuts with Dan' (The Fort Dodge Messenger)
    posted on September 1, 2010 at 04:19:16 am
    Getting onto the Iowa Central Community College campus Tuesday morning - without being offered a doughnut and a bottle of water - was pretty much impossible. Getting lost would have been difficult to.
  • News in brief (Forest City Summit)
    posted on August 26, 2010 at 03:24:36 pm
    Story created Aug 19, 2010 - 16:09:25 CDT. The Southern Oregon University Athletic Department recently announced that the gymnasium on campus will be renamed the Bob Riehm Arena after the former legendary SOU head wrestling coach and Britt High graduate.
  • Officials explain TIF topics Tuesday (The Fort Dodge Messenger)
    posted on August 25, 2010 at 04:40:34 am
    A massive warehouse set back from Third Avenue Northwest and partially hidden by trees is a testament to the impact of a sometimes controversial financial tool called tax increment financing, according to a Fort Dodge official.

In the News:

  • Mayor candidates sound off on key issues (Columbus Ledger-Enquirer)
    posted on September 5, 2010 at 03:31:11 am
    The Columbus mayor’s race is no game, but like many competitions, it may begin with an introduction of the players — in alphabetical order, Wayne Anthony, Zeph Baker, Paul Olson and Teresa Tomlinson.
  • Iowa Building Named Smartest in the Nation (KIMT Mason City)
    posted on September 2, 2010 at 09:31:08 pm
    MASON CITY, IA - A building designed by Mason City architects is being named one of the smartest in the country. The health and science building at Iowa Central Community College in Fort Dodge was designed by Bergland and Cram architects.
  • 'Doughnuts with Dan' (The Fort Dodge Messenger)
    posted on September 1, 2010 at 04:19:16 am
    Getting onto the Iowa Central Community College campus Tuesday morning - without being offered a doughnut and a bottle of water - was pretty much impossible. Getting lost would have been difficult to.
  • News in brief (Forest City Summit)
    posted on August 26, 2010 at 03:24:36 pm
    Story created Aug 19, 2010 - 16:09:25 CDT. The Southern Oregon University Athletic Department recently announced that the gymnasium on campus will be renamed the Bob Riehm Arena after the former legendary SOU head wrestling coach and Britt High graduate.
  • Officials explain TIF topics Tuesday (The Fort Dodge Messenger)
    posted on August 25, 2010 at 04:40:34 am
    A massive warehouse set back from Third Avenue Northwest and partially hidden by trees is a testament to the impact of a sometimes controversial financial tool called tax increment financing, according to a Fort Dodge official.

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