Public2-year
Iowa Lakes Community College
Estherville, Iowa · Official Website ↗
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#1207
National
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#28
IA Rank
Overall Score
N/A
Accept Rate
N/A
Grad Rate (6yr)
2.0K
Students
$6,464
In-State Tuition
N/A
Net Price (low income)
Score Breakdown
53/100
Composite Score
#1207 nationally · #28 in IA
Student Outcomes
35%50/100
Affordability
35%50/100
Program Breadth
20%63/100
Academic Profile
10%50/100
Scores computed from NCES IPEDS 2023–24 data, normalized within 2-year peer group.
About Iowa Lakes Community College
Iowa Lakes Community College is a public two-year community college located in Estherville, Iowa. It is ranked #1207 nationally and #28 in Iowa by our composite scoring methodology. Iowa Lakes Community College has a test-optional admissions policy. It enrolls approximately 2,024 students , with costs above the national average.
Admissions & Costs
Acceptance Rate
N/A
In-State Tuition
$6,464
Out-of-State Tuition
$6,912
Net Price (0–30K income)
N/A
6-Year Graduation Rate
N/A
Total Enrollment
2,024
Strengths & Considerations
Strengths
✓Broad range of program offerings
✓Accredited institution with federal financial aid eligibility
Considerations
!Limited publicly reported outcome data available
Who Is This College For?
1.In-state residents seeking quality education at lower cost
2.Students exploring careers before transferring to a 4-year institution
3.Working adults seeking affordable workforce training and certifications
4.Students who want small class sizes and close faculty relationships
Frequently Asked Questions
Iowa Lakes Community College uses test-optional or holistic admissions. Contact the admissions office for the latest acceptance data.
Rankings
National Rank#1207
Iowa Rank#28
Rankings based on composite score from NCES IPEDS 2023–24 data. All 4,264 US colleges ranked.
Institution Profile
TypePublic
Level2-year
LocationEstherville, IA
Enrollment2,024 students
Visit Official Website ↗Affordability
In-State Tuition
$6,464/yr
Out-of-State Tuition
$6,912/yr
Complete FAFSA for personalized aid. Net price varies by income bracket and enrollment year.
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