Kirkwood Community College

10 Interesting Facts about Kirkwood Community College

1. Kirkwood Community College is a public community college located in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, USA.
2. The college was founded in 1966 and serves students from over 50 Iowa counties.
3. Kirkwood Community College offers over 120 programs of study, including transfer degrees, technical and career programs, and continuing education courses.
4. The college has a student-to-faculty ratio of 18:1, and over 70% of faculty hold advanced degrees in their fields.
5. Kirkwood Community College is known for its strong programs in healthcare, information technology, and advanced manufacturing.
6. The college has partnerships with several Iowa universities, allowing students to transfer credits seamlessly and continue their education at a four-year institution.
7. Kirkwood Community College has several campus locations throughout eastern Iowa, including its main campus in Cedar Rapids and satellite campuses in Iowa City and other nearby cities.
8. The college has a strong commitment to workforce development, with initiatives such as training programs for local businesses and partnerships with regional employers.
9. Kirkwood Community College has a vibrant student life program, with opportunities for involvement in clubs, organizations, and community service projects.
10. The college has a strong athletic program, with several sports teams competing at the NJCAA Division II level and several conference championships in recent years.

Admissions

Tuition & Fee

Resident

Tuition for Iowa residents is $200 per credit hour.

Tuition for a 3-credit course is $600.
Expect to pay about $3,000 per full-time semester (15 credit hours) or $6,000 per year.
A full program encompassing two years and 62 credit hours costs approximately $12,400.

Out of State Tuition

Tuition for out-of-state students is $268 per credit hour.

Tuition for a 3-credit course is $804.
Expect to pay about $4,020 per full-time semester (15 credit hours) or $8,040 per year.
A full program encompassing two years and 62 credit hours costs approximately $16,616.

All Programs

Arts

Graphic Design
Interior Design
Web Page and Digital Design

Business

Accounting
Business
Construction Management
Finance
Hospitality and Tourism Management
Marketing

Health Professions

Athletic Training
Dental Assisting
Dental Hygiene
Emergency Medical Technician (EMT Paramedic)
Licensed Practical Nurse Training (LPN)
Medical Assistant
Medical Laboratory Technician
Medical Office Assistant
Medical Records Administration
Medical Records Technician
Medical Technician
Nursing
Occupational Therapist Assistant
Pharmacy Technician
Physical Therapy Technician
Respiratory Care Therapy
Surgical Technologist

Humanities

Community Organization and Advocacy
Graphic Communications
Liberal Arts and Humanities
Paralegal
Psychology
Sociology

Science, Technology, and Math

Agricultural Business
Agricultural Mechanics and Machinery
Agricultural Production Operations
Animal Grooming
Animal Sciences and Husbandry
Biology
Chemistry
Computer Programming
Horticulture
Landscaping and Groundskeeping
Mathematics
Natural Resources Conservation and Management
Network, Database, and System Administration
Physics
Veterinary Technician and Assistant

Trades and Personal Services

Automotive Mechanics
Baking and Pastry Arts
Business Support Services
Carpentry
Child Care Provider
Computer Systems Technician
Culinary Arts and Food Service
Diesel Mechanics
Drafting and Design (CAD/CADD)
Electrical Engineering Technician
Engineering Technician
Environmental Engineering Technician
General Construction Trades
HVAC and Refrigeration Engineering Technician
Machine and Metal Working
Manufacturing Engineering Technician
Plumbing
Restaurant and Food Services Management
Robotics and Automation Engineering Technician
Welding

Students

Full-Time Enrollment

4,304 Undergrads

Part-Time Undergrads

7,973