Best Linn County Community Colleges (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 3 community colleges serving 12,913 students in Linn County County, Iowa.
The top-ranked community college in Linn County, IA is Capri College-Cedar Rapids. The student:teacher ratio is :1.

Top-Ranked Linn County Community Colleges (2026)

College
Location
Quick Facts
Capri College-Cedar Rapids
Private for-profit
2945 Williams Parkway S.W.
Cedar Rapids, IA 52404
(319) 364-1541
Enrollment: 129 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 20%
Kirkwood Community College
Public
6301 Kirkwood Blvd SW
Cedar Rapids, IA 52406
(319) 398-5411
Enrollment: 12,763 students Student-teacher ratio: 33:1 In-state tuition: $4,060 Out-state tuition: $4,900 Minority enrollment: 31%
Mercy-St Luke's School Of Radiologic Technology
Private not-for-profit
1026 A Ave NE
Cedar Rapids, IA 52402
(319) 369-7097
Enrollment: 21 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 83%
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Community Colleges in Linn County, IA (Closed)

School
Location
Quick Facts
3165 Edgewood Parkway SW
Cedar Rapids, IA 52404
(319) 363-0481
Enrollment: 411 students Student-teacher ratio: 32:1 In-state tuition: $15,352 Out-state tuition: $15,352 Minority enrollment: 34%

Frequently Asked Questions

How many community colleges are located in Linn County, IA?
There are 3 community colleges serving 12,913 students in Linn County, IA.
How diverse are community colleges in Linn County, IA?
Community colleges in Linn County, IA have approximately 100% minority enrollment, with the majority being .

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