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Western Iowa Tech Community College

Public Sioux City, IA · Urban · Plains · 87% data reported · Agent Insights
44%
Graduation Rate
$40,473
Earnings (10yr)
$8,770
Net Price
2,647
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Overview

Students at Western Iowa Tech Community College can expect an average earnings boost of $40,473 ten years after graduation. This figure highlights the potential for a solid return on investment in education, particularly for students pursuing in-demand fields like health professions and mechanic and repair technology.

Data from Opportunity Insights shows limited details on mobility and economic connectedness for students. However, with a graduation rate of 44%, it suggests that while some students find success, there may be challenges for others in completing their programs and advancing economically. The figures indicate that the college plays a critical role in supporting local workforce needs.

The net price for attending Western Iowa Tech is $8,770, making it accessible for many students. Graduates typically leave with a median debt of $11,000, a manageable figure compared to potential earnings. Students who thrive here are often those focused on practical careers, particularly in health-related fields or technical trades, where job demand remains strong.

Rankings

How Western Compares

Dot right of center = above national average.

NATIONAL AVGGraduation44%Earnings 10yr$40KNet Price$9KRetention64%Median Debt$11KPell Grant Rate27%

Net Price by Family Income

What families actually pay after aid, by income bracket.

$8K$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%1118.0%SUCCESS% who reach top 20%846.9%MOBILITY94.69%

Cost & Financial Aid

$5,186
In-State Tuition
$5,330
Out-of-State
$8,770
Avg Net Price
$11,000
Median Debt
27%
Pell Grant Rate
17%
Federal Loan Rate

What Families Actually Pay

$7,662
Family Income $0–$30K
$7,636
Family Income $30K–$48K
$8,887
Family Income $48K–$75K
$12,955
Family Income $110K+

Graduate Outcomes

$35,639
6 Years After Entry
$37,504
8 Years
$40,473
10 Years
0.27x
Debt-to-Earnings
53%
Earning > $25K

Earnings Trajectory

$35,639 6yr $37,504 8yr $40,473 10yr

Social Mobility

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

94.69%
Mobility Rate
Bottom 20% → Top 20%
846.9%
Success Rate
If bottom 20% get in
1118.0%
From Bottom 20%
Share of students
$62,600
Parent Median Income

Social Capital

Data: Opportunity Insights Social Capital Atlas

1.28
Economic Connectedness
Cross-class friendships
0.02
Friending Bias
Lower = more inclusive
5.4%
Volunteering Rate
0.98
Support Ratio
Community support

Academics & Admissions

Retention Rate 64%
Full-Time Faculty 23%
Faculty Salary (mo) $6,975
Diversity Index 0.72
First-Gen Students 45%

Top Programs

Health Professions 51%
Mechanic & Repair Tech 8%
Business & Marketing 6%
Criminal Justice 5%
Education 4%
Humanities 4%
Computer Science & IT 3%
Construction Trades 2%

Quick Facts

Setting Urban
Region Plains
Accreditor Higher Learning Commission
Predominant Degree Certificate
Hispanic-Serving Yes

Student Body

Female
55%
White
44%
Hispanic
25%
Black
8%
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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