# Indian Hills Community College

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## Overview

- **Location:** Ottumwa, IA
- **Type:** Public
- **Setting:** Town
- **Region:** Plains
- **Enrollment:** 1,495
- **Predominant Degree:** Associate's

Indian Hills Community College serves around 1,495 students, focusing on practical skills and career readiness. With a net price of $10,693, it stands out as an affordable option for those seeking higher education without the burden of extreme debt.

According to Chetty/Opportunity Insights data, the mobility rate is not available, but the college still presents a solid path for students in lower income brackets. With 24% of students receiving Pell Grants, there is support for those who need it most. Graduates can expect to earn an average of $40,507 within ten years of completing their degree.

Students who thrive here often pursue programs in health professions, humanities, or technology fields. The graduation rate is 40%, indicating that while a significant number of students successfully complete their programs, there is room for improvement. With median debt at $10,500, students can expect a manageable financial landscape as they transition into the workforce.

## Admissions

| Metric | Value |
|--------|-------|
| Acceptance Rate | N/A |
| SAT Average | N/A |
| ACT Midpoint | N/A |

## Cost & Aid

| Metric | Value |
|--------|-------|
| In-State Tuition | $5,040 |
| Out-of-State Tuition | $6,120 |
| Average Net Price | $10,693 |
| Median Debt | $10,500 |
| Pell Grant Rate | 24% |
| Federal Loan Rate | 19% |

### Net Price by Family Income

| Family Income | Net Price |
|--------------|----------|
| $0-$30K | $9,561 |
| $30K-$48K | $8,407 |
| $48K-$75K | $10,960 |
| $75K-$110K | N/A |
| $110K+ | $15,397 |

## Outcomes

| Metric | Value |
|--------|-------|
| Graduation Rate | 40% |
| Retention Rate | 59% |
| Earnings (6yr) | $38,540 |
| Earnings (8yr) | $39,951 |
| Earnings (10yr) | $40,507 |
| Debt-to-Earnings | 0.26x |
| Loan Repayment (3yr) | N/A |

## Social Mobility (Opportunity Insights)

Data source: Raj Chetty's Mobility Report Card (30M+ anonymized tax records)

| Metric | Value |
|--------|-------|
| Mobility Rate (Q1→Q5) | 127.66% |
| Success Rate (bottom 20% → top 20%) | 929.6% |
| Students from Bottom 20% | 1373.2% |
| Parent Median Income | $59,600 |

## Social Capital (Social Capital Atlas)

| Metric | Value |
|--------|-------|
| Economic Connectedness | 1.18 |
| Friending Bias | 0.01 |
| Volunteering Rate | 7.0% |
| Support Ratio | 0.99 |

## Top Programs

| Program | Enrollment Share |
|---------|------------------|
| Humanities | 31% |
| Health Professions | 26% |
| Precision Production | 10% |
| Mechanic & Repair Tech | 6% |
| Computer Science & IT | 5% |
| Business & Marketing | 5% |
| Education | 4% |
| Construction Trades | 2% |

## Rankings

This school appears in 7 CollegeRanker rankings:

- #8 in [Most Affordable Colleges in Iowa](https://www.collegeranker.com/rankings/most-affordable-colleges-iowa)
- #9 in [Best Nursing Colleges in Iowa](https://www.collegeranker.com/rankings/best-nursing-iowa)
- #12 in [Best Computer Science Colleges in Iowa](https://www.collegeranker.com/rankings/best-computer-science-iowa)
- #12 in [Best Data Science Colleges in Iowa](https://www.collegeranker.com/rankings/best-data-science-iowa)
- #23 in [Best Education Colleges in Iowa](https://www.collegeranker.com/rankings/best-education-iowa)
- #25 in [Best Colleges in Iowa](https://www.collegeranker.com/rankings/best-colleges-iowa)
- #32 in [Best Business Colleges in Iowa](https://www.collegeranker.com/rankings/best-business-iowa)

## Data Sources

- U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (https://collegescorecard.ed.gov)
- Opportunity Insights Mobility Report Card (https://opportunityinsights.org/data)
- Opportunity Insights Social Capital Atlas
- NCES IPEDS

## Citation

CollegeRanker. "Indian Hills Community College — School Profile." CollegeRanker.com. https://www.collegeranker.com/colleges/indian-hills-community-college