Student Outcomes
- Graduation Rate (6-year)
- 44.0%
- Median Earnings (10 years after entry)
- $42,046
- Median Debt at Graduation
- $11,000
- Student-to-Faculty Ratio
- 19:1
- Loan Repayment Rate
- 39.2%
- Estimated Monthly Loan Payment
- $117/mo
Earnings by Major
Top programs ranked by median earnings
| Program | Level | Median Earnings | Median Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Associate | $49,437 | $16,621 |
| Dental Support Services and Allied Professions. | Associate | $48,041 | $16,930 |
| Electrical/Electronics Maintenance and Repair Technology. | Associate | $45,383 | $12,000 |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions. | Associate | $42,682 | $13,740 |
| Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications. | Associate | $41,565 | $21,800 |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies. | Associate | $36,521 | $12,000 |
| Precision Metal Working. | Certificate | $35,274 | |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections. | Associate | $35,213 | $14,250 |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services. | Associate | $30,228 | $12,625 |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services. | Associate | $29,685 | |
| Accounting and Related Services. | Associate | $28,960 | $13,150 |
| Ground Transportation. | Certificate | $25,804 | $4,750 |
| Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities. | Associate | $22,666 | $11,000 |
| Applied Horticulture and Horticultural Business Services. | Associate | $21,964 | |
| Social Work. | Associate | $21,508 | $24,750 |
Outcomes Overview
Iowa Central graduates enter the workforce with a median debt of $11,000 and typical earnings of $42,046 after ten years. This creates a debt-to-earnings ratio of just 26%, well below the concerning 40% threshold. Monthly loan payments of $117 consume only 3.3% of median income, making repayment manageable for most graduates. The college's strong career training programs funnel students into in-demand fields like healthcare, manufacturing, and agriculture that drive Iowa's economy. With a 94% employment rate and relatively low debt burden, graduates typically find stable work quickly. The return on investment is strong, especially considering the affordable total cost of attendance at $14,416.