At a glance
Average net price
$9,705
In-state, after aid
6-year graduation rate
43.0%
Admission rate
Not available
Undergrad size
7,591
In-state tuition
$6,176
Out-of-state tuition
$8,220
Cost of attendance
$15,579
Median earnings (10y)
$41,016
Admissions
- SAT average
- Not available
- ACT midpoint
- Not available
- Retention
- Not available
- Locale
- City
Programs breakdown
23 program areas reported · Academic mix is led by humanities & arts (27%), trades & services (23%), health (23%).
- STEM10%
- Health23%
- Business15%
- Humanities & arts27%
- Social sciences3%
- Trades & services23%
- Liberal arts24.6%~1,868 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Health professions22.6%~1,713 students/yr · HealthCompare schools
- Business15.0%~1,139 students/yr · BusinessCompare schools
- Agriculture7.3%~554 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- ~542 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- Computer science5.8%~439 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~209 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- Engineering tech2.7%~206 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~196 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- ~196 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~112 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- ~78 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~74 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- ~74 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- Legal0.8%~62 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- ~47 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- ~31 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- ~31 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- Engineering0.1%~6 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~3 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~3 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- Psychology0.0%~3 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- Social sciences0.0%~3 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
Share of all degrees and certificates awarded in each broad CIP-2 program area (U.S. Department of Education, latest reporting year). Estimated students/yr = share × undergrad size.
Specific majors offered
40 specific majors with reported completions. Earnings shown are median annual earnings 1 year after graduation; debt is median student-loan debt at graduation.
| Major | Credential | Grads | Median earnings | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities. | Associate's | 1,393 | $24,390 | $11,938 |
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants. | Undergraduate certificate | 320 | — | — |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Associate's | 289 | $52,333 | $22,957 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Associate's | 218 | $35,317 | $16,190 |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians. | Undergraduate certificate | 203 | — | — |
| Construction Management. | Undergraduate certificate | 162 | — | — |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services. | Associate's | 134 | $33,666 | $18,616 |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions. | Associate's | 107 | $41,258 | $21,945 |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services. | Undergraduate certificate | 103 | — | — |
| Dental Support Services and Allied Professions. | Associate's | 98 | $36,805 | $14,978 |
| Agricultural Business and Management. | Undergraduate certificate | 90 | — | — |
| Computer Programming. | Undergraduate certificate | 82 | — | — |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Undergraduate certificate | 65 | — | — |
| Dental Support Services and Allied Professions. | Undergraduate certificate | 63 | — | — |
| Agricultural Production Operations. | Associate's | 57 | $41,254 | $10,000 |
| Design and Applied Arts. | Undergraduate certificate | 52 | — | — |
| Natural Resources Conservation and Research. | Associate's | 50 | — | $12,000 |
| Culinary Arts and Related Services. | Undergraduate certificate | 50 | — | — |
| Fire Protection. | Undergraduate certificate | 50 | — | — |
| Construction Management. | Associate's | 48 | $46,650 | — |
| Agricultural Business and Management. | Associate's | 47 | — | $11,000 |
| Computer/Information Technology Administration and Management. | Associate's | 47 | $37,801 | $17,500 |
| Drafting/Design Engineering Technologies/Technicians. | Associate's | 47 | $41,575 | — |
| Precision Metal Working. | Associate's | 47 | $39,240 | $13,500 |
| Electromechanical Technologies/Technicians. | Associate's | 46 | $61,274 | $15,983 |
| Agricultural Production Operations. | Undergraduate certificate | 43 | — | — |
| Heavy/Industrial Equipment Maintenance Technologies/Technicians. | Undergraduate certificate | 43 | — | — |
| Drafting/Design Engineering Technologies/Technicians. | Undergraduate certificate | 42 | — | — |
| Veterinary/Animal Health Technologies/Technicians. | Associate's | 41 | — | — |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians. | Associate's | 41 | $40,829 | $10,000 |
| Precision Metal Working. | Undergraduate certificate | 39 | — | — |
| Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician (HAC, HACR, HVAC, HVACR). | Undergraduate certificate | 38 | — | — |
| Applied Horticulture and Horticultural Business Services. | Associate's | 36 | — | $11,000 |
| Electromechanical Technologies/Technicians. | Undergraduate certificate | 36 | — | — |
| Accounting and Related Services. | Undergraduate certificate | 36 | — | — |
| Marketing. | Associate's | 36 | — | $14,437 |
| Culinary Arts and Related Services. | Associate's | 34 | $26,926 | $15,375 |
| Legal Support Services. | Associate's | 34 | $32,373 | $25,083 |
| Design and Applied Arts. | Associate's | 33 | — | $10,519 |
| Business Operations Support and Assistant Services. | Undergraduate certificate | 33 | — | — |
Source: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard Field of Study. Earnings cover graduates who received federal financial aid and are working / not enrolled. Cells marked "—" are not reported or were suppressed for privacy.
About Kirkwood Community College
Kirkwood Community College is a large institution located in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, primarily awarding the associate degree. It enrolls roughly 7,591 undergraduate students in a city setting. The most popular fields of study include Liberal arts, Health professions, Business.
Cost & tuition
The average net price at Kirkwood Community College — what a typical student actually pays after grants and scholarships — is $9,705 per year, which is very affordable compared to other U.S. institutions. Sticker tuition runs $6,176 for in-state students and $8,220 for out-of-state students before aid. Total cost of attendance, including housing, books, and living expenses, comes to about $15,579 annually.
Graduation & earnings outcomes
The 6-year graduation rate is 43.0%, a average completion outcome. Ten years after enrolling, the median graduate earns $41,016 per year according to U.S. Department of Education earnings tracking.
Programs & majors
Kirkwood Community College confers degrees and certificates across 23 broad program areas, with the largest concentrations of completions in Liberal arts, Health professions, Business. Grouped into wider academic categories, the mix is led by humanities & arts (27% of credentials), trades & services (23% of credentials), health (23% of credentials), which gives a quick read on the school's overall academic profile. Use the programs breakdown below to see every reported area, an estimated number of students per program per year, and links to compare other U.S. colleges in the same field.
Admissions
Admission rate data is not reported for this institution, which is typical for open-admission community and trade schools.
Location & campus
Set in Cedar Rapids, Iowa (city), Kirkwood Community College draws students from across Iowa and beyond. Prospective students often weigh proximity, cost of living, and local industry demand when choosing between schools in this area.
Frequently asked questions about Kirkwood Community College
Q.How much does Kirkwood Community College cost?
The average net price at Kirkwood Community College is $9,705 per year after grants and scholarships, with total cost of attendance around $15,579.
Q.What is the graduation rate at Kirkwood Community College?
Kirkwood Community College has a 6-year graduation rate of 43.0% according to the latest U.S. Department of Education data.
Q.How much do Kirkwood Community College graduates earn?
Ten years after enrolling, the median Kirkwood Community College graduate earns $41,016 per year.
Q.What is tuition at Kirkwood Community College?
Published tuition is $6,176 in-state and $8,220 out-of-state. Most students pay less than the sticker price after financial aid.
Q.Where is Kirkwood Community College located?
Kirkwood Community College is located in Cedar Rapids, Iowa (ZIP 52406).
Data on this page comes from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard and IPEDS, the federal sources colleges are required to report to. Net price, graduation rate, and earnings figures reflect the latest available federal release. Always verify current tuition and program availability directly with Kirkwood Community College at their official website.