Student Outcomes
- Graduation Rate (6-year)
- 47.7%
- Median Earnings (10 years after entry)
- $41,306
- Median Debt at Graduation
- $12,000
- Student-to-Faculty Ratio
- 20:1
- Loan Repayment Rate
- 48.1%
- Estimated Monthly Loan Payment
- $127/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 | $51,065 | |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Certificate | $48,901 | $17,750 |
| Agricultural Mechanization. | Certificate | $44,468 | $7,000 |
| Agricultural Mechanization. | Associate | $42,682 | |
| Precision Metal Working. | Certificate | $37,928 | $5,446 |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions. | Associate | $36,437 | |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies. | Certificate | $36,077 | $5,500 |
| Computer Programming. | Associate | $35,954 | |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services. | Associate | $35,060 | |
| Electrical and Power Transmission Installers. | Certificate | $34,704 | |
| Agricultural Production Operations. | Associate | $33,993 | |
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants. | Certificate | $33,993 | $13,000 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Associate | $33,993 | |
| Agricultural Business and Management. | Associate | $32,925 | |
| Business Operations Support and Assistant Services. | Associate | $31,762 |
Outcomes Overview
Northeast Iowa Community College graduates enter the workforce with manageable debt loads. The median debt of $12,000 creates monthly payments of $127, representing just 3.7% of typical graduate income. This debt-to-earnings ratio of 0.29 sits well below problematic levels. The school serves northeastern Iowa's agricultural economy and manufacturing sector. Graduates often move into healthcare support roles, agricultural technology, and skilled trades. The 97.4% employment rate reflects strong regional job placement. Five years after graduation, median earnings reach $47,208, nearly four times the debt burden. The low debt combined with solid earning potential makes this a strong return on investment for students seeking practical career training.