School Highlights
Iowa School of Beauty-Sioux City serves 14 students (100% of students are full-time).
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the state average of 32%.
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Enrollment: 14 students
- Acceptance Rate: 100%
- Minority enrollment: 96%
- Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
Top Rankings
Iowa School of Beauty-Sioux City ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:
Category
Attribute
School Resources
School Overview
Iowa School of Beauty-Sioux City
(IA) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Not applicable, not in Carnegie universe (not accredited or nondegree-granting)
Not applicable, not in Carnegie universe (not accredited or nondegree-granting)
Institution Level
Less than 2 yrs
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Public
Private not-for-profit
Total Faculty
n/a
274 staff
School Calendar
Student Body
The student population of Iowa School of Beauty-Sioux City has declined by 76% over five years.
The Iowa School of Beauty-Sioux City diversity score of 0.56 is more than the state average of 0.52. The school's diversity has grown by 43% over five years.
Total Enrollment
14 students
2,140 students
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
17:1
# Full-Time Students
14 students
148 students
# Part-Time Students
n/a
1,992 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
n/a
333 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
14 students
148 students
# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
61 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
n/a
2,075 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
403 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
n/a
400 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
n/a
n/a
% Asian
4%
3%
% Hispanic
n/a
9%
% Black
37%
7%
% White
4%
68%
% Hawaiian
55%
1%
% Two or more races
n/a
3%
% Non Resident races
n/a
1%
% Unknown races
n/a
8%
Diversity Score
0.56
0.52
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
38%
51%
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
n/a
26%
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
100%
93%
Median Debt for Graduates
$10,434
$11,898
Median Debt for Dropouts
n/a
$5,500
Acceptance Rate
100%
72%
ACT Composite
n/a
22
ACT English
n/a
22
ACT Math
n/a
21
Source: 2024 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) , School Administrators
School Notes
- Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- Maggie Bassett, Owner/Master Designer at Star Hair Design LLC -
- Shellie Byrd, Owner of The Furry FoxHole -
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the acceptance rate of Iowa School of Beauty-Sioux City?
The acceptance rate of Iowa School of Beauty-Sioux City is 100%, which is higher than the state average of 72%.
Who are famous alumni from Iowa School of Beauty-Sioux City?
Iowa School of Beauty-Sioux City famous alumni include: Maggie Bassett, Owner/Master Designer at Star Hair Design LLC and Shellie Byrd, Owner of The Furry FoxHole.
What is Iowa School of Beauty-Sioux City's ranking?
Iowa School of Beauty-Sioux City ranks among the top 20% of community college in Iowa for: Percent of students receiving financial aid.
Nearby Schools
The nearest community college to Iowa School of Beauty-Sioux City is Western Iowa Tech Community College (2.8 miles away)
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
4647 Stone Ave
Sioux City, IA 51102
(712) 274-8733
Sioux City, IA 51102
(712) 274-8733
2.8 miles
Enrollment: 7,013 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 In-state tuition: $139 Out-state tuition: $140 Minority enrollment: 38%
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Private not-for-profit
2720 Stone Park Blvd
Sioux City, IA 51104
(712) 279-3149
Sioux City, IA 51104
(712) 279-3149
5.6 miles
Enrollment: 242 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1 Acceptance rate: 100% Private-state tuition: $18,820 Minority enrollment: 29%
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Winnebago, NE 68071
(402) 878-2380
Winnebago, NE 68071
(402) 878-2380
15.1 miles
Enrollment: 165 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Acceptance rate: 75% Minority enrollment: 78%
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Macy, NE 68039
(402) 494-2311
Macy, NE 68039
(402) 494-2311
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Enrollment: 409 students
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Sheldon, IA 51201
(712) 324-5061
Sheldon, IA 51201
(712) 324-5061
57.5 miles
Enrollment: 2,674 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 In-state tuition: $5,460 Out-state tuition: $5,850 Minority enrollment: 20%
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