by our College Data Analytics TeamReview current in-state and out-of-state tuition and fees for Iowa Central Community College, along with how those costs compare to other schools and how they have changed.
In the most recent reported year, in-state undergraduate tuition and fees at Iowa Central Community College stood at $5,496 per year. Out-of-state undergraduates were charged $7,788. The difference reflects the in-state residency discount.
The fees portion of those totals added up to $456 in-state and $456 out-of-state; the remaining amount is tuition.
| In-State | Out-of-State | |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $5,040 | $7,332 |
| Fees | $456 | $456 |
| Total | $5,496 | $7,788 |
This tuition and fees figure covers one year of academic instruction and do not cover room and board.
Keep in mind that many students qualify for financial aid and scholarships that lower what they actually pay. The amounts above are before any aid.
How much would Iowa Central Community College charge if you go part time? Visit the Cost Per Credit Hour page for the breakdown.
For some context, here is how Iowa Central Community College tuition and fees stack up against other institutions. Ratings are based on how far the price sits from each group’s average.
| Nationwide | In IA | Similar Colleges | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Out-of-State Tuition & Fees | Inexpensive | Inexpensive | Inexpensive |
| In-State Tuition & Fees | Inexpensive | Inexpensive | Average |
Against the nationwide average, Iowa Central Community College is a relative bargain.
Bear in mind that aid packages often lower the real cost well below these published figures. See the Iowa Central Community College Financial Aid page for details.
Here’s how tuition at Iowa Central Community College has changed over recent reported years.
| Year | In-State Tuition | Out-of-State Tuition |
|---|---|---|
| Three Years Ago | $5,280 | $7,930 |
| Two Years Ago | $4,620 | $6,822 |
| One Year Ago | $4,800 | $7,092 |
| Most Recent Year | $5,040 | $7,332 |
The chart below tracks how tuition at Iowa Central Community College has changed across the reported years.
Year over year, out-of-state tuition went up 3.4%. Holding that rate for one more year would put tuition + fees near $8,051 for the coming year.
Most schools raise tuition gradually each year, so expect the price in later years to be higher than today’s figure.
Browse answers to frequently asked questions about college tuition and fees for additional detail.
A tuition number is just one part of the picture — financial aid can sharply lower the real price a family pays.
For more on the aid available at Iowa Central Community College, visit the Iowa Central Community College Financial Aid page.