Contact Information
General Contact
- FAFSA School Code: 001864
- Phone: (515) 577-0000 x0000
- School Homepage
Admissions Office
Financial Aid Office
FINANCIAL AID RATE
86%STUDENT TEACHER RATIO
15:1DEGREE OFFERED ONLINE
24FINANCIAL AID AWARD AVG.
$4,990Average Grants + Scholarship Aid Awarded to Undergraduate Students
Percent of Full-Time Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid
Percent of Students Paying In-State Tuition vs Out-of-State Tuition
School Map
Iowa Lakes Community College
One Triton Circle, Fort Dodge, IA
Iowa Lakes Community College is a public two year institution founded in 1967 and is located in Estherville, Iowa. The school is fully accredited and provides education opportunities for residents within its service area. The school serves the counties of Algona, Emmetsburg, Estherville, Spencer and Spirit Lake, which constitutes over 79,000 Iowa residents. Students may attend part or full time, and take day, night or weekend courses in order to create flexible scheduling options for individuals.
Academics
Iowa Lakes Community College offers a number of programs that allow for academic transfer or career training opportunities. Academic transfer programs allow students to pursue higher education opportunities by first completing the freshman and sophomore years of a four year education, followed by applying for transfer to a four year institution to complete their education. Career training programs allow students to pursue an education in a given field or industry for the purpose of entering the workforce as a qualified professional. Programs take between one and two years to complete and result in a certificate or degree upon completion.
Programs offered include:
Admissions and Financial Aid
Iowa Lakes Community College is an open enrollment institution that allows any individual to enroll as long as they are a high school graduate or are eighteen years of age or older. Students must complete the admissions application, pay all fees, and supply previous transcripts and test scores. Students should participate in orientation and meet with a counselor prior to registration. Financial aid is available in the form of loans, grants and scholarships awarded based on need as determined by the information provided by the student's Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA).
Admission Requirements & Details
The admissions information below may give you an idea of the students Iowa Lakes Community College accepts. The details may include application requirements and recommendations, as well as any AP college credits that may be transferred.
College Credits Accepted
- Dual Credits
- Life Experience Credits
- AP Course Credits
Estimated Costs & Financial Aid
The average "out of pocket" cost of attendance, after any grants and scholarships are considered, is around $10,100. To calculate a more personalized cost visit the net price calculator. The figures listed below are for informational purposes only and do not represent current or future tuition, fees, and expenses.
Tuition & Fees Information
- Annual tuition estimates are:
- State Residents: $5,900-$7,000
- Out-of-State: $6,200-$7,450
- Part-time students are charged:
- In-State: $180-$220 per unit
- Out-of-State: $190-$230 per unit
Financial Aid Details
The information below lists the financial aid types students are receiving. Also shown are the percent of students receiving aid and the average amount of aid per student per year.
| Percent of Students | Average Amount | |
|---|---|---|
| Any Financial Aid | 86% | - |
| Receiving Grants & Scholarships | 72% | $4,964 |
| Receiving Student Loans | 53% | $5,431 |
Academics & Student Services
Student Services
To help students and recent graduates, Iowa Lakes Community College may provide services like:
- Online course work available
- Classes offered on nights and weekends
- Remedial instructional courses
- Academic counseling for students
- Student employment
- Assistance to find work
Programs Offered
The program list below is organized by areas of study. The programs that have a link will direct you to the program's profile page where you can learn more about education requirements and career pathways.
Get more information about the programs offered by Iowa Lakes Community College by clicking the request information to the right.
(C) Certificate or Award | (A) Associate's | (B) Bachelor's | (M) Master's Degree | (D) Doctorate (PhD,...)
Business and Marketing Studies
Communications and Journalism
Computer and Information Sciences
Construction Trades
- Carpentry (A, C)
Engineering Technology
Health and Clinical Professions
Legal Professions and Studies
Liberal Arts and Sciences
- Liberal Arts (A)
Mechanic and Repair Technology
Precision Production
- Welding (C)
Transportation and Materials Moving
- Aviation (A)
Visual and Performing Arts
Other Community Colleges
The list of schools below have been selected by researching which schools offer similar programs to Iowa Lakes Community College.
- Northwest Iowa Community College in Calmar, IA (54 miles away)
- Iowa Central Community College in Ottumwa, IA (71 miles away)
- North Iowa Area Community College in San Diego, CA (87 miles away)
- Western Iowa Tech Community College in Cedar Falls, IA (100 miles away)
- Ellsworth Community College in Dubuque, IA (100 miles away)
Also, check out our college lists below, which can help students compare schools to one another:
- Visit the main Iowa colleges & universities profile page
- Browse our list of community colleges in Iowa
Contact Information
General Contact
- FAFSA School Code: 001864
- Phone: (515) 577-0000 x0000
- School Homepage