Western Iowa Tech Community College
School Highlights
Western Iowa Tech Community College serves 5,360 students (32% 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 39% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the state average of 26%.
Quick Stats (2023)
- Enrollment: 5,360 students
- In-state tuition: $139
- Out-state tuition: $140
- Student:teacher ratio: 12:1
- Minority enrollment: 39%
- Source: Verified school update
School Overview
The teacher population of 434 teachers has grown by 84% over five years.
Western Iowa Tech Community College
(IA) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Associates Colleges
Associates Colleges
Institution Level
At least 2 but less than 4 years
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Public
Public
Total Faculty
434 staff
274 staff
School Calendar
Student Body
The student population of Western Iowa Tech Community College has declined by 6% over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 has decreased from 14:1 over five years.
The Western Iowa Tech Community College diversity score of 0.60 is more than the state average of 0.44. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Total Enrollment
5,360 students
2,681 students
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
# Full-Time Students
1,707 students
1,099 students
# Part-Time Students
3,653 students
1,402 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
323 students
210 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
1,707 students
1,099 students
# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
45 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
3,653 students
1,444 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
457 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
434 students
400 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
1%
n/a
% Asian
2%
2%
% Hispanic
17%
7%
% Black
4%
6%
% White
61%
74%
% Two or more races
2%
2%
% Non Resident races
11%
2%
% Unknown races
2%
7%
Diversity Score
0.60
0.44
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
3.27%
3.27%
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
n/a
0.01%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$32,000
$34,700
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
86%
91%
Median Debt for Graduates
$10,500
$11,250
Median Debt for Dropouts
$5,500
$5,500
Acceptance Rate
n/a
59%
ACT Composite
n/a
22
ACT English
n/a
22
ACT Math
n/a
21
Source: 2021 (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.
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The nearest community college to Western Iowa Tech Community College is St Luke's College (4.1 miles away)
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