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Cheapest Clinical Colleges in Iowa

Ranked by lowest net price after financial aid. See our methodology.

Emmaus Bible College delivers Iowa's most affordable Clinical, Counseling and Applied Psychology education at just $12,904 net cost, nearly half the price of other programs in the state. The college achieves an 81.70% graduation rate while maintaining 100% acceptance, creating accessible pathways into mental health careers. Iowa's growing healthcare sector, anchored by major medical centers in Des Moines and Iowa City, creates steady demand for psychology professionals across clinical and counseling specialties.
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Programs
$12,904 – $25,383
Net Price Range
64.0%
Avg. Graduation Rate

6 Clinical, Counseling and Applied Psychology Programs

Program rankings
# School Net Price In-State Tuition Graduation Rate Acceptance Rate
1 $12,904 $20,000 81.7% 100.0%
2 $21,590 $35,534 49.4%
3 $22,750 $35,598 62.8% 73.9%
4 $23,169 $38,190 52.8% 70.6%
5 $25,079 $50,634 71.7% 79.3%
6 $25,383 $35,960 65.3% 87.7%

Frequently Asked Questions

What makes Emmaus Bible College so much cheaper than other psychology programs in Iowa?

Emmaus Bible College costs $12,904 net compared to $21,590 at the next cheapest option, Briar Cliff University. The college operates as a small faith-based institution with lower overhead costs and focused programming that keeps tuition affordable while maintaining high graduation rates.

How do graduation rates compare among Iowa's affordable psychology programs?

Emmaus Bible College leads with 81.70% graduation rate despite being the cheapest option. Cornell College follows at 71.70% but costs nearly double at $25,079 net, while Briar Cliff University shows just 49.40% completion despite costing $21,590.

Where do psychology graduates find employment opportunities in Iowa?

Iowa's healthcare systems, including UnityPoint Health and MercyOne, employ clinical psychologists across 15 major medical centers. The state's 99 counties each maintain community mental health programs, while substance abuse treatment facilities create additional counseling positions throughout rural areas.

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Net price reflects the average cost after grants and scholarships for first-time, full-time students. See our methodology for details.