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Hawkeye Community College

Public Waterloo, IA · Rural · Plains · 87% data reported · Agent Insights
38%
Graduation Rate
$42,849
Earnings (10yr)
$9,649
Net Price
2,626
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Overview

Students at Hawkeye Community College can expect to earn an average of $42,849 within ten years of graduation. This figure highlights the potential return on investment for those who pursue their education here. With a net price of $9,649, the financial commitment remains manageable for many.

The graduation rate stands at 38%. While this may seem low, it reflects the diverse challenges many students face. The Pell Grant rate is 22%, indicating that a portion of the student body comes from low-income backgrounds. This context is important for understanding the educational mobility and support systems in place.

Hawkeye Community College caters to students interested in areas like Health Professions, Business & Marketing, and Computer Science & IT. Graduates typically leave with a median debt of $12,000, which is relatively low compared to national averages. Those who thrive here are often motivated and seek practical skills that align with local job markets.

Rankings

How Hawkeye Compares

Dot right of center = above national average.

NATIONAL AVGGraduation38%Earnings 10yr$43KNet Price$10KRetention63%Median Debt$12KPell Grant Rate22%

Net Price by Family Income

What families actually pay after aid, by income bracket.

$7K$0-30K$8K$30-48K$9K$48-75K$13K$110K+

The Mobility Equation

Mobility = Access x Success. How many low-income students get in, and how many reach the top 20%?

ACCESS% from bottom 20%961.0%SUCCESS% who reach top 20%864.2%MOBILITY83.05%

Cost & Financial Aid

$6,525
In-State Tuition
$6,612
Out-of-State
$9,649
Avg Net Price
$12,000
Median Debt
22%
Pell Grant Rate
23%
Federal Loan Rate

What Families Actually Pay

$7,443
Family Income $0–$30K
$8,151
Family Income $30K–$48K
$8,859
Family Income $48K–$75K
$13,016
Family Income $110K+

Graduate Outcomes

$39,099
6 Years After Entry
$40,878
8 Years
$42,849
10 Years
0.28x
Debt-to-Earnings
60%
Earning > $25K

Earnings Trajectory

$39,099 6yr $40,878 8yr $42,849 10yr

Social Mobility

Data: Raj Chetty's Mobility Report Card · 30M+ anonymized tax records

83.05%
Mobility Rate
Bottom 20% → Top 20%
864.2%
Success Rate
If bottom 20% get in
961.0%
From Bottom 20%
Share of students
$67,600
Parent Median Income

Social Capital

Data: Opportunity Insights Social Capital Atlas

1.30
Economic Connectedness
Cross-class friendships
0.07
Friending Bias
Lower = more inclusive
5.9%
Volunteering Rate
0.99
Support Ratio
Community support

Academics & Admissions

Retention Rate 63%
Full-Time Faculty 96%
Faculty Salary (mo) $6,453
Diversity Index 0.48
First-Gen Students 36%

Top Programs

Health Professions 27%
Humanities 23%
Precision Production 7%
Business & Marketing 6%
Computer Science & IT 5%
Mechanic & Repair Tech 5%
Criminal Justice 3%
Visual & Performing Arts 2%