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Northeast Iowa Community College
Calmar, Iowa · Public community college · Training programs available:
Address: 1625 Hwy 150, Calmar, IA 52132 · Phone: (844) 642-2338 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Northeast Iowa Community College is a public trade and career school in Calmar, Iowa offering LPN/LVN, dental assistant, and electrician programs, accredited by the Higher Learning Commission.
Northeast Iowa Community College has a 51.4% completion rate, below Iowa's 63.6% state average, with median graduate debt of $12,000 and median earnings of $41,306 ten years after entry, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Annual cost of attendance is not reported in federal data for Northeast Iowa Community College; contact the school for current tuition. Federal financial aid, including Pell Grants, can be used here, and 22.8% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Licensed practical and licensed vocational nurses | $50,550 | $62,630 | $70,840 |
| Dental assistants | $39,360 | $48,430 | $57,620 |
| Electricians | $39,770 | $60,860 | $79,970 |
| Medical assistants | $36,730 | $45,480 | $48,030 |
| Radiologic technologists and technicians | $54,360 | $65,930 | $79,390 |
| Emergency medical technicians | $35,600 | $40,660 | $47,870 |
| Welders, cutters, solderers and brazers | $45,590 | $55,090 | $60,200 |
| Automotive service technicians and mechanics | $36,100 | $50,510 | $67,200 |
| Bus and truck mechanics and diesel engine specialists | $43,710 | $59,680 | $71,570 |
| HVAC and refrigeration mechanics and installers | $43,040 | $60,680 | $75,950 |
| Medical records specialists | $38,910 | $50,640 | $61,920 |
| Construction laborers | $38,180 | $48,490 | $58,470 |
| Plumbers, pipefitters and steamfitters | $45,510 | $63,890 | $85,320 |
| Machinists | $44,500 | $57,540 | $61,530 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Iowa (May 2025; national where the state figure is not published). The program table below shows what this campus's own graduates earned in their first year, whatever job they took.
Trade programs at this campus
| Program | Credential | Grads / yr | Earnings, yr 1 | Earnings, yr 2 | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants | Certificate, 1–2 years | 83 | $36,914 | $33,993 | $13,000 |
| Dental Support Services and Allied Professions | Certificate, 1–2 years | 36 | $27,351 | $28,381 | $5,500 |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 22 | $31,164 | $29,995 | $10,917 |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Associate degree | 13 | not reported | $36,437 | not reported |
| Electrical and Power Transmission Installers | Certificate, 1–2 years | 13 | $37,130 | $34,704 | not reported |
| Electrical and Power Transmission Installers | Associate degree | 10 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Precision Metal Working | Certificate, 1–2 years | 10 | $44,545 | $37,928 | $5,446 |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 1–2 years | 8 | $39,231 | $36,077 | $5,500 |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Certificate, 1–2 years | 7 | $42,653 | not reported | $13,939 |
| Carpenters | Certificate, 1–2 years | 7 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services | Associate degree | 7 | not reported | $35,060 | not reported |
| Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician (HAC, HACR, HVAC, HVACR) | Certificate, 1–2 years | 7 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Plumbing and Related Water Supply Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 6 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 1–2 years | 6 | $39,231 | $36,077 | $5,500 |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Associate degree | 5 | not reported | $36,437 | not reported |
| Precision Metal Working | Certificate, 1–2 years | 5 | $44,545 | $37,928 | $5,446 |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Associate degree | 3 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
Earnings are median wages and self-employment income reported to the IRS (W-2 and Schedule SE) for graduates who received federal aid and were working and not enrolled, measured in the calendar year after finishing. They are pay only: health insurance, retirement contributions and other benefits are not included.
Graduates per year from the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) 2022-23 Completions survey. Earnings and debt are College Scorecard field-of-study medians for graduates of this program at this campus (reported at the 4-digit program level, so closely related programs share a figure); "not reported" means too few graduates were counted to publish a figure.
About this school
Northeast Iowa Community College is a public trade and career-training campus located in Calmar, Iowa, in a distant rural locale. The school is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, with its nursing programs additionally accredited by the National League for Nursing, Commission for Nurse Education Accreditation. Federal financial aid, including FAFSA and Pell Grants, can be used here (Title IV eligible). Among its 17 program families, the campus awards the most credentials in LPN/LVN programs (83 completers), dental assistant schools (36 completers), and electrician schools (23 completers), alongside other trade offerings such as welding, HVAC, plumbing, diesel mechanics, and CNC machining.
Federal data shows a completion rate of 51.4%, which is below the Iowa state average of 63.6%. Graduates who took out loans carried a median debt of $12,000, and median earnings 10 years after entry were $41,306. About 22.8% of students received Pell Grants. Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data.
With 1,697 undergraduate students and 248 trade completers reported, this campus offers a range of program lengths across health, skilled trades, and technical fields, though specific program lengths are not reported here. It may suit students seeking short, hands-on credentials as well as those pursuing associate-level trade training, but individual fit should be confirmed by contacting the school directly. Prospective students can verify accreditation status through the Higher Learning Commission and review current outcome data through the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Northeast Iowa Community College offers 17 program families including LPN/LVN programs, dental assistant training, electrician schools, welding, HVAC, plumbing, diesel mechanics, and CNC machining, among others. The top programs by completions are LPN/LVN (83), dental assistant (36), and electrician (23).
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, the school is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission. Its nursing programs are additionally accredited by the National League for Nursing, Commission for Nurse Education Accreditation.
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
Yes, this school is Title IV eligible, meaning students can use federal financial aid such as FAFSA and Pell Grants. About 22.8% of students at this campus receive Pell Grants.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 51.4%, which is below the Iowa state average of 63.6%.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Graduates who borrowed carried a median debt of $12,000, according to federal data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are $41,306, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school directly for current tuition figures.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
This is a public institution, which typically means lower published tuition rates for in-state residents compared to for-profit schools, though actual costs are not reported here.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Specific program lengths are not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school at (844) 642-2338 or visit nicc.edu for program duration details.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can verify accreditation through the Higher Learning Commission and review federal outcome data through the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?154110.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The campus offers a range of trade and health programs, but specific fit for adult career-changers based on schedule or format is not reported in federal data; contact the school to discuss options.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Licensing requirements vary by program, such as LPN licensure for nursing graduates, but specific certification details are not reported in this data; contact the school for program-specific requirements.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Northeast Iowa Community College at (844) 642-2338 or visit https://www.nicc.edu/ for application information.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data with other nearby schools is not reported here; prospective students can use the College Scorecard link to compare outcomes across institutions.
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Data: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) 2022-23 Completions survey; College Scorecard June 2026; Database of Accredited Postsecondary Institutions and Programs (DAPIP), September 2026. Figures are the U.S. Department of Education's official measures, not Career Training Path's opinion. Tuition, schedules and program availability change — confirm with the school before enrolling.