- Western Iowa Tech Community College is a public community college with five campuses in northwestern Iowa. The main campus is located in Sioux City; the other campuses are located in Mapleton, Le Mars, Denison and Cherokee. The institution offers associate degree and certificate programs.
School Highlights
Western Iowa Tech Community College serves 7,013 students (26% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the state community college average of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the state average of 32%.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Enrollment: 7,013 students
- In-state tuition: $139
- Out-state tuition: $140
- Student:teacher ratio: 16:1
- Minority enrollment: 38%
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Western Iowa Tech Community College ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
The teacher population of 434 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Western Iowa Tech Community College
(IA) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Associate's Colleges: High Career & Technical-High Nontraditional
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
434 staff
274 staff
School Calendar
Student Body
The student population of Western Iowa Tech Community College has grown by 17% over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 has increased from 12:1 over five years.
The Western Iowa Tech Community College diversity score of 0.57 is more than the state average of 0.52. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Total Enrollment
7,013 students
2,140 students
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
# Full-Time Students
1,805 students
148 students
# Part-Time Students
5,208 students
1,992 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
701 students
333 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
1,805 students
148 students
# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
61 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
5,208 students
2,075 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
403 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
n/a
400 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
1%
n/a
% Asian
2%
3%
% Hispanic
20%
9%
% Black
4%
7%
% White
62%
68%
% Hawaiian
n/a
1%
% Two or more races
3%
3%
% Non Resident races
5%
1%
% Unknown races
3%
8%
Diversity Score
0.57
0.52
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
42%
51%
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
n/a
26%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$32,000
$33,600
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
The public in-state tuition of $139 is less than the state average of $4,331. The in-state tuition has declined by 96% over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $140 is less than the state average of $4,920. The out-state tuition has declined by 96% over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$139
$4,331
Out-State Tuition Fees
$140
$4,920
Tuition Notes
per credit hour
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
93%
93%
Median Debt for Graduates
$10,500
$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: 2024 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
School Notes
- Western Iowa Tech Community College main campus is located on 143 acres on the far eastern edge of Sioux City, Iowa. We also have rural campuses in Cherokee and Denison, with additional learning centers in LeMars and Mapleton. Western Iowa Tech Community College has over 70 programs to get you going. Whether you want to take a couple of classes, get a degree and transfer to another college, or get started with a career, WITCC is the best place to start. Choose from a wide range of programs ranging from Accounting and Office Support to Computer Numerical Control (CNC) Operator from History (Transfer) to Skill Enhancement. Western Iowa Tech is committed to the student experience. Besides the clubs that are supported by the college, there are planned activities that students can participate in throughout the year. These can range from movie night in the community room at the dorms to ski trips and shopping trips to karaoke in the cafeteria. Our Student Activities Coordinator works hard to make sure that your experience at WITCC is not only educational, but fun as well. The Student Success Center is located in the Learning Achievement Center with the Library Services, Open Computer Lab, TRIO SSS, and Adult Basic Education.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Western Iowa Tech Community College cost?
Western Iowa Tech Community College's tuition is approximately $139 for In-State students and $140 for Out-State students.
What is Western Iowa Tech Community College's ranking?
Western Iowa Tech Community College ranks among the top 20% of community college in Iowa for: Largest student body.
Nearby Schools
The nearest community college to Western Iowa Tech Community College is Iowa School of Beauty-Sioux City (2.8 miles away)
School
Location
Miles
Students
Iowa School of Beauty-Sioux City
Private for-profit
3320 Line Drive
Sioux City, IA 51106
(712) 274-9733
Sioux City, IA 51106
(712) 274-9733
2.8 miles
| 14 students
St Luke's College
Private not-for-profit
2720 Stone Park Blvd
Sioux City, IA 51104
(712) 279-3149
Sioux City, IA 51104
(712) 279-3149
4.1 miles
| 242 students
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Winnebago, NE 68071
(402) 878-2380
Winnebago, NE 68071
(402) 878-2380
17.9 miles
| 165 students
1111 Hwy 75
Macy, NE 68039
(402) 494-2311
Macy, NE 68039
(402) 494-2311
25.0 miles
| 409 students
603 W Park St
Sheldon, IA 51201
(712) 324-5061
Sheldon, IA 51201
(712) 324-5061
54.7 miles
| 2,674 students
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