YOUR STARTS HERE
96% OF STUDENTS
RECOMMEND NICC TO A FRIEND
95% OF GRADUATES ARE EMPLOYED ONE YEAR AFTER GRADUATION
COLLEGE PROFILE
NICC AT A GLANCE
5,715
STUDENT-TO-FACULTY RATIO
MAKE MARK f your
Peyton Luehmann
PHI THETA KAPPA ALL-USA ACADEMIC TEAM
NEW CENTURY WORKFORCE PATHWAY SCHOLAR
“Our Phi Theta Kappa chapter has become a close group of friends. It is an earnest, robust group of people who truly desire for each other to succeed."
The All-USA and New Century Pathway programs are among the most prestigious honors for students attending associate’s degree-granting institutions.
Student Support
Our Goal is Your Success. We have many resources available that ensure you thrive while helping you stay on track to reach your education and career goals.
+ One-on-One Academic Advising
+ Career Planning & Employment Assistance
+ Certified Mental Health Counselors
+ Learning Accommodations & Resources
+ Military / Veteran Services
Student Life
3,791
PHI THETA KAPPA MEMBERS SINCE 1997
12 CLUBS & ORGANIZATIONS
2 COLLEGIATE ATHLETIC TEAMS: + ESPORTS
+ SPORTS SHOOTING
+ Library: On Campus & Online
+ TRIO Student Support Services
+ Tutoring: One-on-One & Online 24/7
+ Technical Support
Make the most of your College experience by meeting new people and getting involved.
+ Athletics
Join our Esports or Sports Shooting team and compete with two- and four-year colleges across the state and nation.
+ Clubs & Professional Organizations
Getting involved is easy, join a club or professional organization. You'll build your involvement resume while making new friends with common interests!
+ Events
There is always something happening on- or off-campus at NICC. Fall Fest, comedians, live music, job fairs, transfer college visits, car shows, guest speakers and so much more.
+ Housing
Affordable, apartment-style and steps from campus.
+ Intramural Athletics & Fitness
Stay in shape at one of two fitness centers or have fun competing with friends on an intramural team.
+ Philanthropy & Service Learning
Give back and learn how others live while traveling as part of our Spring Break Service Trip to an urban community to urban community in need, such as, Nashville, Denver, Boston, San Fransisco and many others.
+ Phi Theta Kappa
Prestigious international academic honor society.
+ Student Life Ambassadors
Be the leader and voice of your fellow students while representing the College through engagement with prospective/current students, families and the public.
$745,949
SCHOLARSHIP S AWARDED LAST YEAR 1,958
STUDENTS RECEIVED IOWA'S LAST-DOLLAR SCHOLARSHIP SINCE 2020
$7,520,983 SAVED BY STUDENTS WHO RECEIVED IOWA'S LAST-DOLLAR SCHOLARSHIP SINCE 2020
FINANCIAL AID + SCHOLARSHIPS
INVEST IN YOUR FUTURE
We want you to graduate with as little to no debt as possible — we’re here to help you understand and maximize all your financial aid options.
OF ELIGIBLE STUDENTS RECEIVED FEDERAL, STATE OR LOCAL AID, INCLUDING NICC SCHOLARSHIPS
Important Dates
FAFSA IS AVAILABLE AFTER OCT. 1
Scholarships & Grants
Athletic Scholarships
+ Esports
+ Sports Shooting
Earn While You Learn
+ Some programs have partnered with businesses to allow you to earn a wage and gain hands-on experience while you complete your education.
Iowa’s Last-Dollar Scholarship
+ Covers the remaining tuition after all other aid is applied.
+ 35+ high-demand programs that could be tuition-free*!
Kibbie Grant
+ Up to $4,500 for Iowa residents in high-demand career programs.
Loyalty Scholarship
+ Up to $1,500 awarded to high school seniors.
+ Enrolled in an AA or AS transfer program.
+ Concurrent credit successfully completed.
NICC Scholarships
+ 120+ scholarships are available.
Outside Scholarships
+ Explore local clubs, businesses, churches and organizations.
Pell Grant
+ Up to $11,093 for eligible students based on FAFSA results
+ More than 50% of NICC students are Pell Grant qualified
Vocational-Technical Grant
+ Up to $1,000 for Iowa residents in high-demand career programs.
FIND DEGREE f your
Advanced Manufacturing
Computer Numerical Control (CNC) Machinist Technician, Diploma, Peosta
Computer Numerical Control (CNC) Operator, CPC, Peosta/Cresco
Engineering Technology, AAS, Peosta
Industrial Automation and Mechatronics, AAS, Peosta
Industrial Maintenance Technician, Diploma & AAS, Peosta
Intro to Advanced Manufacturing, CPC, Calmar/Peosta
Intro to Industrial Maintenance, CPC, Calmar/ Peosta
Warehouse Technician, CPC, Peosta
Welding, Diploma, CBE, Peosta
Welding (Basic), CPC, Cresco
Welding (GMAW), CPC, Calmar/Peosta/Oelwein/Waukon
Agriculture & Animal Sciences
Agriculture Business, AAS, Calmar/Online
Agriculture Business Transfer Major, AS, Calmar/Online
Agriculture Business: Agriculture Finance, Certificate, Online
Agriculture Business: Precision Agriculture, Certificate, Calmar
Agriculture Education Transfer Major, AS, Calmar
Agriculture Finance, AAS, Online
Agronomy and Crop Science, AAS, Calmar
Agronomy Certificate, Certificate, Calmar
Agronomy Transfer Major, AS, Calmar/Online
Animal Science, Certificate, Calmar/Online
Animal Science Transfer Major, AS, Calmar/Online
Beef Science Technology, AAS, Calmar
Conservation Agronomist, AAS, Calmar/Online
Dairy Science Technology, AAS, Calmar
Production and Companion Animal Veterinary Technician, AAS, Calmar
Business & Hospitality
Accounting Clerk, Diploma, Calmar/Peosta/Online
Accounting Specialist, AAS, Calmar/Peosta/Online
Administrative Office Associate, Diploma, Online
Administrative Office Management, AAS, Online
Agriculture Finance, AAS, Online
Applied Management, AAS, Online
Business Transfer Major, AA, Calmar/Peosta
Business Administration, Certificate, AAS, CBE, Calmar/Peosta/Online
Culinary Foundations, CPC, Dubuque
Customer Service, CPC, Dubuque
Data Analytics, Certificate, Online
Finance, AAS, Online
Income Tax Preparatory Certificate, Certificate, Calmar/Peosta/Online
Paralegal, AAS, Online
Professional Sales, CPC, Dubuque
Sports Administration, Certificate, Online
Construction
Building Construction, CPC, Calmar/Dubuque
Carpentry, Diploma, Calmar
Computer Aided Design (CAD) Specialist, Certificate, Peosta
Construction Business Management, Diploma, Calmar
Construction Equipment Operator, CPC, Calmar/Peosta
Intro to Cabinet Making and Casework, CPC, Dubuque
Digital Media & Design
Digital Graphics, Certificate, Peosta
Digital Media Transfer Major, AA, Calmar/Peosta/Online
Graphic Design, AAS, Peosta
Marketing and Digital Media, AAS, Peosta
Education
Agriculture Education Transfer Major, AS, Calmar
Child Care, Level 1, CPC, Calmar/Dubuque
Child Care, Level 2, CPC, Dubuque
Early Childhood, Diploma, Calmar/Peosta
Early Childhood Education, Certificate, Calmar/Peosta
Elementary Education Transfer Major, AA, Calmar/Peosta
Secondary Education Transfer Major, AA, Calmar/Peosta
Energy & Utilities
Commercial/Residential Electrician, Diploma, Calmar
Gas Utility Construction and Service, Diploma, Peosta
Heating and Air Conditioning, Diploma, Peosta
Industrial Electrician, AAS, Calmar
Health Sciences
Biology Transfer Major, AS, Calmar/Peosta
Certified Nurse Aide (CNA), CPC, Varies
Dental Assisting, Diploma, Peosta
Emergency Medical Technician (EMT), CPC, Varies
Exercise Science and Kinesiology Transfer Major, AA, Calmar/Peosta
Health Information Technology (HIT), AAS, Online
Medical Assistant, Diploma, Peosta
Medical Laboratory Technician, AAS, Calmar/Peosta
In cooperation with Hawkeye Community College
Nursing - Associate Degree, AAS, Calmar/Peosta
Paramedic, Diploma, AAS, Peosta
Pharmacy Technician, CPC, Online
Phlebotomy Technician, CPC, Calmar/Dubuque
Practical Nursing, Diploma, Calmar/Peosta
Radiologic Technology, AAS, Peosta
Respiratory Care, AAS, Peosta
Surgical Technology, AAS, Peosta
In cooperation with Kirkwood Community College
Human & Public Services
Criminal Justice, AAS, Online
Criminal Justice Transfer Major, AA, Calmar/Peosta/Online
Human and Family Services Transfer Major, AA, Calmar/Peosta
Psychology Transfer Major, AA, Calmar/Peosta/Online
Social Work Transfer Major, AA, Calmar/Peosta/Online
Sociology Transfer Major, AA, Calmar/Peosta/Online
Information Technology
Computer Analyst: Business and Web Programming, AAS, Peosta
Computer Analyst: Networking Administration and Tech Support, AAS, Peosta
Computer Science and Security, AAS, Calmar
Power Mechanics & Transportation
Automotive Mechanics, Diploma, Peosta
Automotive Technology, AAS, Calmar
Diesel Mechanics, Diploma, Peosta
John Deere TECH, AAS, Calmar
Semi-Truck Driving, CPC, Varies
Liberal Arts & Transfer Majors
Agriculture Business Transfer Major, AS, Calmar/Online
Agriculture Education Transfer Major, AS, Calmar
Agronomy Transfer Major, AS, Calmar/Online
Animal Science Transfer Major, AS, Calmar/Online
Associate of Arts, AA, Calmar/Peosta/Online
Associate of Science, AS, Calmar/Peosta/Online
Biology Transfer Major, AS, Calmar/Peosta
Business Transfer Major, AA, Calmar/Peosta/Online
Criminal Justice Transfer Major, AA, Calmar/Peosta/Online
Digital Media Transfer Major, AA, Calmar/Peosta/Online
Elementary Education Transfer Major, AA, Calmar/Peosta
English Transfer Major, AA, Calmar/Peosta/Online
Exercise Science & Kinesiology Transfer Major, AA, Calmar/Peosta
History Transfer Major, AA, Calmar/Peosta/Online
Human & Family Services Transfer Major, AA, Calmar/Peosta
Journalism Transfer Major, AA, Calmar/Peosta/Online
Mathematics Transfer Major, AS, Calmar/Peosta/Online
Psychology Transfer Major, AA, Calmar/Peosta/Online
Secondary Education Transfer Major, AA, Calmar/Peosta
Social Work Transfer Major, AA, Calmar/Peosta/Online
Sociology Transfer Major, AA, Calmar/Peosta/Online
100+
22
Z-COURSES WITH ZERO TEXTBOOK COST
$713,567
Z-COURSE TEXTBOOK SAVINGS SINCE 2018
Flexible.
We’re all different. We have different skills, experiences and learning styles. We believe you should have options that work for you.
+ Face-to-Face, Hybrid, Online, Day or Night go to class when and where it works best for you.
+ Competency-Based Education provides flexibility to set the class pace and schedule based on mastery. Once you master an objective, move to the next or take longer on a more challenging topic – it’s up to you.
+ Earn While You Learn programs provide; paid hands-on career training while attending NICC, funding that covers your education costs and training that leads to full-time employment after graduation.
+ Z-Courses are 100% online and you have Zero textbook costs.
+ Career Pathway Certificate programs are very short, six months or less, and provide the skills needed for entry-level jobs.
How many times have you been asked "What’s Your Major?"
It’s great if you know what you want to do – but not everyone does. If that’s you, it’s ok, you’re not alone. We've got your back – we are passionate about helping students find and get started on their path. If this is you, be sure to ask us about our "Undecided" pathway!
What Degree is Right for Me?
THE SMART START TO YOUR 4-YEAR DEGREE
Why pay more? The first two years of your four-year degree are the same — no matter where you go.
Compare Tuition Costs!
Student Graduation Rates at Public Four-Year Institutions
Beginning at a Four-Year
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Jenna Hirtz ACCOUNTING SPECIALIST
“After graduating from NICC, my experience as a transfer student at University of Dubuque was great. My credits transferred and I was able to complete three bachelor’s programs in only two years –Accounting, Business and Human Resource Management. To advance my career I also earned my Master of Business Administration!”
Matt Simon SCIENCE FACULTY
“NICC is committed to academic excellence and ensures students have access to highly qualified instructors with low student-to-teacher ratios. You receive personal attention here. This is especially important in introductory courses where you may get lost in a large lecture-hall style class at a larger institution.”
20+
TRANSFER DEGREES
49% OF ALL BACHELOR'S DEGREES ARE EARNED BY COMMUNITY COLLEGE TRANSFERS
Source: CCSmart
Start Here. Transfer
No Teaching Assistants.
Our classes are taught by highly qualified faculty – many with doctorate degrees!
You are a VIP.
You're not a number to us – you're a very important person; we get to know you and help you succeed.
Same Quality Standard.
We're accredited by the exact same agencies as four-year colleges — like UNI, Iowa State and Iowa. This is why your credits transfer to four-year colleges.
Where Graduates Transfer. Four-Year Institutions 17% University of Northern Iowa
University of Iowa
Iowa State University
University of Dubuque
Upper Iowa University
TAKE THE NEXT STEP
Visit Campus.
Explore campus and our amazing labs, meet with faculty and chat with current students.
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Apply Online.
It’s easy, takes just a few minutes.
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Submit the FAFSA & Apply for Scholarships.
No matter your financial need or academic prowess, financial aid is for everyone — it’s worth it to submit the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) and scholarship applications.
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Send Your Official Transcripts.
Get the credit you deserve for high school, military or prior college coursework.
Complete the Placement Assessment.
Ensure you register for classes that match your skill level so you reach your goals faster.
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Register for Classes.
Meet with your enrollment advisor to choose the right classes.
Attend Orientation.
Online or on-campus orientation is an important time to meet other students, order books, get your student ID and so much more.
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Pay Tuition & Fees.
We’re here to answer your questions and there are payment options and plans available.
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Apply Today.
Important Dates
FAFSA IS AVAILABLE AFTER OCT. 1
No matter your income file your Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). This helps you qualify for multiple forms of financial aid.
NICC SCHOLARSHIP DEADLINES + APRIL 15 + JULY 1 + NOV. 1
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