- Kirkwood Training and Outreach Services (KTOS) provides business counseling and training services to help companies achieve world-class performance through improved business practices, a highly-skilled workforce, and appropriate use of technology. The services are focused on people, processes, and technology. This effort brings together considerable resources from Kirkwood Community College, the community and the State of Iowa. Companies can receive services through workforce development programs, process improvement consultation, production support services, small business performance consultation, performance excellence, environmental and solid waste technical assistance and strategic partnerships.
School Highlights
Kirkwood Community College serves 12,604 students (34% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is same as the state community college average of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Asian), which is equal to the state average of 97%.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Enrollment: 12,604 students
- In-state tuition: $4,060
- Out-state tuition: $4,900
- Student:teacher ratio: 12:1
- Minority enrollment: 97%
- Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
Top Rankings
Kirkwood Community College ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
The teacher population of 1,072 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Kirkwood Community College
(IA) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Associates Colleges
Not applicable, not in Carnegie universe (not accredited or nondegree-granting)
Institution Level
At least 2 but less than 4 years
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Public
Private not-for-profit
Total Faculty
1,072 staff
274 staff
School Calendar
Student Body
The student population of Kirkwood Community College has declined by 8% over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 has decreased from 13:1 over five years.
The Kirkwood Community College diversity score of 0.46 is less than the state average of 0.50. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Total Enrollment
12,604 students
1,302 students
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
# Full-Time Students
4,338 students
148 students
# Part-Time Students
8,266 students
1,154 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
856 students
210 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
4,338 students
148 students
# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
29 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
8,266 students
1,216 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
403 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
n/a
400 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
2%
3%
% Asian
10%
7%
% Hispanic
n/a
n/a
% Black
6%
8%
% White
3%
3%
% Hawaiian
72%
69%
% Two or more races
5%
9%
% Non Resident races
n/a
n/a
% Unknown races
2%
1%
Diversity Score
0.46
0.50
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
0.3661%
0.5%
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
n/a
0.3116%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$36,000
$33,600
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
The public in-state tuition of $4,060 is less than the state average of $4,331. The in-state tuition has declined by 15% over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $4,900 is less than the state average of $4,920. The out-state tuition has declined by 19% over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$4,060
$4,331
Out-State Tuition Fees
$4,900
$4,920
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
78%
93%
Median Debt for Graduates
$12,000
$11,250
Median Debt for Dropouts
$5,500
$5,500
Acceptance Rate
n/a
72%
ACT Composite
n/a
22
ACT English
n/a
22
ACT Math
n/a
21
Source: 2023 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
School Notes
- Kirkwood Training and Outreach Services (KTOS) provides business counseling and training services to help companies achieve world-class performance through improved business practices, a highly-skilled workforce, and appropriate use of technology. The services are focused on people, processes, and technology. This effort brings together considerable resources from Kirkwood Community College, the community and the State of Iowa. Companies can receive services through workforce development programs, process improvement consultation, production support services, small business performance consultation, performance excellence, environmental and solid waste technical assistance and strategic partnerships. Kirkwood Training Services provides a broad spectrum of employee training and education programs covering four key skills areas: Computer and Information Technology, Technical Training, Health and Safety Programs, and Essential Skills. Through our nationwide network of training resources, you'll have access to renowned training programs and trainers with years of industry experience. But that's only the beginning. Kirkwood Training Services is truly committed to working partnerships with business and industry and other public agencies. By working cooperatively with business and industry we can jointly address many of the workforce and training needs of the region and community.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Kirkwood Community College cost?
Kirkwood Community College's tuition is approximately $4,060 for In-State students and $4,900 for Out-State students.
What is Kirkwood Community College's ranking?
Kirkwood Community College ranks among the top 20% of community college in Iowa for: Largest student body.
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