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Iowa Lakes Community College

Public Estherville, IA · Town · Plains · 87% data reported · Agent Insights
36%
Graduation Rate
$43,108
Earnings (10yr)
$13,933
Net Price
941
Enrollment

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Overview

Iowa Lakes Community College has a median earnings figure of $43,108 for graduates ten years after enrollment. This number reflects the potential return on investment for students who choose to attend this institution.

The college serves a diverse student body of 941, with a graduation rate of 36%. Although specific mobility rates are not available, the college's focus on practical programs in fields like Health Professions and Business & Marketing can support upward mobility for students. Many graduates are likely to find stable employment in industries with growing demand.

Students at Iowa Lakes Community College face a net price of $13,933, with a median debt of $12,000 upon graduation. This financial structure allows for a manageable debt-to-earnings ratio, making it an appealing option for students seeking career-focused education without excessive financial burden. Ideal candidates for Iowa Lakes are those looking for hands-on training in practical fields and a supportive environment that encourages growth.

Rankings

How Iowa Compares

Dot right of center = above national average.

NATIONAL AVGGraduation36%Earnings 10yr$43KNet Price$14KRetention61%Median Debt$12KPell Grant Rate19%

Net Price by Family Income

What families actually pay after aid, by income bracket.

$11K$0-30K$12K$30-48K$13K$48-75K$17K$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%1172.3%SUCCESS% who reach top 20%828.1%MOBILITY97.08%

Cost & Financial Aid

$7,392
In-State Tuition
$7,872
Out-of-State
$13,933
Avg Net Price
$12,000
Median Debt
19%
Pell Grant Rate
18%
Federal Loan Rate

What Families Actually Pay

$11,420
Family Income $0–$30K
$11,764
Family Income $30K–$48K
$13,097
Family Income $48K–$75K
$17,325
Family Income $110K+

Graduate Outcomes

$37,209
6 Years After Entry
$41,398
8 Years
$43,108
10 Years
0.28x
Debt-to-Earnings
58%
Earning > $25K

Earnings Trajectory

$37,209 6yr $41,398 8yr $43,108 10yr

Social Mobility

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

97.08%
Mobility Rate
Bottom 20% → Top 20%
828.1%
Success Rate
If bottom 20% get in
1172.3%
From Bottom 20%
Share of students
$55,200
Parent Median Income

Social Capital

Data: Opportunity Insights Social Capital Atlas

1.24
Economic Connectedness
Cross-class friendships
0.03
Friending Bias
Lower = more inclusive
5.3%
Volunteering Rate
0.99
Support Ratio
Community support

Academics & Admissions

Retention Rate 61%
Full-Time Faculty 98%
Faculty Salary (mo) $6,414
Diversity Index 0.44
First-Gen Students 37%

Top Programs

Humanities 45%
Health Professions 13%
Mechanic & Repair Tech 6%
Business & Marketing 6%
Precision Production 4%
Construction Trades 4%
Visual & Performing Arts 2%
Computer Science & IT 1%

Quick Facts

Setting Town
Region Plains
Accreditor Higher Learning Commission
Predominant Degree Associate's

Student Body

Female
49%
White
74%
Hispanic
8%
Black
4%
Asian
2%

Data Sources

U.S. Dept of Education College Scorecard

Opportunity Insights Mobility Report Card

Opportunity Insights Social Capital Atlas

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