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FINANCIAL AID RATE

93%

STUDENT TEACHER RATIO

18:1

DEGREE OFFERED ONLINE

26

FINANCIAL AID AWARD AVG.

$5,353

Average 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

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Energy Management Degree

Energy Management and Systems Technician students will learn to synthesize technical and engineering knowledge to support other engineers and cross-functional professionals to design, upgrade, retro-fit, install, monitor, and manage energy-efficient systems in a variety of settings. Get more details below including other Iowa colleges that offer energy management degrees.

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Iowa Western Community College

601 N Main Street, Mount Pleasant, IA

Iowa Western Community College, located in Council Bluffs, Iowa, was founded in 1967, though planning for the school began in 1964. The school was established to meet the growing educational needs of the community, and its founding was authorized by seven counties. When determining where campuses should be located, the addition of Clarinda Junior College, founded in 1923 and known for its liberal arts curriculum, to the new school was approved, serving as one of the campuses with a new one to be built in Council Bluffs. Since its establishment the school has expanded, offering additional centers to its service area to maximize its offerings and services. Currently the school offers over eighty programs of study to a student body of over 5,500 annually.

Academics

Iowa Western Community College offers a large variety of career and technical programs as well as liberal arts programs aimed at academic transfer. Career and technical programs allow students to learn the skills and abilities for a particular field, preparing them for entry into the workforce as a professional. These programs are designed for students looking to sustain long term careers, and as a result provide theoretical and practical education, allowing students to implement methodologies and techniques learned in the classroom to real world settings through controlled environments. Programs take between one and two years to complete resulting in a certificate or diploma and allow the student to pursue a career starting at the entry level after graduation.

Academic transfer is achieved by completing the first two years of a bachelor's degree at IWCC, followed by applying to a college or university to transfer earned credits and complete the final two years of study. Every school has its own requirements for transfer and as a result it is recommended that students wishing to follow this track to meet with a counselor to discuss goals and develop a curriculum that best meets the transfer requirements of the student's desired school or schools.

Programs offered include:

Admissions and Financial Aid

IWCC is an open enrollment institution that allows any student that wished to enroll to do so by meeting the minimum requirements for admission, submitting a completed application and paying all associated fees. Students should also provide transcripts and standardized test scores, and the absence of one or both may require the student to take a placement exam prior to registration. New students are encouraged to participate in orientation in order to familiarize themselves with the campus and policies, as well as to meet with a counselor to discuss goals, program enrollment and curriculum.

Financial aid is available in the form of loans, grants and scholarships. Students in need of financial assistance must complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), the information provided from which will be used by the financial aid office to determine a student's financial needs and aid program eligibility. Aid must be applied for prior to the start of each academic year and students may be chosen at random to provide additional information regarding their finances to be compared to their FAFSA in order to ensure its accuracy. This is due to new regulations by the federal government regarding the disbursement and acceptance of financial aid.

Students Enrolled in the Energy Management Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Iowa Western Community College has offered the following program levels for students:

  • Less Than One Year Certificate
  • Associate's Degree

Students by Academic Level (2019)

 Graduates
Less Than One Year Certificate5
Associate's Degree1

Students by Gender (2019)

 Graduates
Male6
Female0

Students by Race (2019)

 Graduates
Asian1
Black1
White4

Source: IPEDS Survey 2012-2020: Data obtained from the US Dept. of Education's Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS). Data may vary depending on school and academic year.

Career Options for Graduates

Upon completion of the Energy Management program at Iowa Western Community College, most students have pursued careers in the following fields:

Electromechanical Engineering Technologists

Description

Assist electromechanical engineers in such activities as computer-based process control, instrumentation, or machine design. May prepare layouts of machinery or equipment, plan the flow of work, conduct statistical studies, or analyze production costs.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, electromechanical engineering technologists employment is expected to shrink at a rate of -0.2% from 2014 to 2024

Commercial and Industrial Designers

Description

Develop and design manufactured products, such as cars, home appliances, and children's toys. Combine artistic talent with research on product use, marketing, and materials to create the most functional and appealing product design.

Source: Job descriptions, estimated salary and wages, and projected job growth are taken from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).

Admission Requirements & Details

The admission details below may provide a better idea of the candidates Iowa Western Community College accepts. The details may include admissions 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
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Academics & Student Services

Student Services

To help support students, Iowa Western Community College may provide services to students including:

  • Online course work available
  • Weekend and night classes available
  • Remedial courses
  • Counseling assistance
  • Helping students find work after graduation
  • Day care

Intercollegiate Athletics

Iowa Western Community College is a Member of National Junior College Athletic Association (NJCAA), with many of the sports being in the NJCAA Division I classification. The most popular sports played are listed below:

  • Baseball
  • Basketball
  • Track and Field
  • Football
  • Golf
  • Soccer
  • Softball
  • Volleyball
  • Wrestling
  • Bowling