Begin Your

Journey

Education is a lifelong adventure. We're excited you're ready to find your path and see all Northeast Iowa Community College has to offer!

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96%

of students recommend NICC to friends & family

Admissions

We all start somewhere, and it's no surprise that so many students choose Northeast Iowa Community College as their first step toward success. With 95% of graduates employed or transferring to a four-year college within six months, you'll see the results of a quality education that opens doors. You'll gain more than just a degree at NICC. You'll gain support from dedicated faculty, staff, and coaches, the confidence to pursue your goals and the tools to achieve long-term success. Whether you're ready to transfer to a four-year college, advance your career, or are still figuring out your path, NICC is here for you.

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How to Get Started

01.

Submit Your Application

It's easy! There's no fee and it's entirely online. You can even save your progress and return later.

02.

Request Transcripts

Request official transcripts from each high school or college you've attended be sent to the Admissions Office.

03.

Financial Aid & Scholarships

Submit the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) and apply for scholarships.

04.

Acceptance & Registration

Once you are notified of your acceptance, you'll personally meet with your advisor to register for classes.

05.

Welcome Cougars!

The final step! Orientation is key to a successful start at NICC and is required by all students. We'll make sure you've completed all enrollment milestones.

Learn more about the application process and start your application today!

Funding Your Education

Understanding your finances and paying for college can be complex. Good news—our financial aid team is here to guide you, making the process simple and stress-free!

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These scholarships, awarded through the Northeast Iowa Community College Foundation, only require a simple scholarship application. The Foundation raises money from many generous donors throughout the region in order to assist students in paying for educational expenses.

These opportunities include scholarships, grants and tuition-free degree programs exclusively available to Iowa residents.

Additional sources can include student employment (work study), veteran education and military tuition assistance benefits, federally funded programs, private scholarships and more!

Want to know more? View tuition rates and fees or learn about financial aid.

Start Here, Transfer Anywhere

NICC is the smart start to completing your four-year degree! Four-year and two-year colleges are overseen by the same accreditation bodies to ensure faculty and coursework meet the same high standards. This is why our classes transfer! Additionally, transfer students are better prepared and graduate at a 10% higher rate than those who start at a four-year, and 49% of all bachelor degrees are earned by transfer students. (Source: CCSmart)

See How Much you can save!

Select the four-year college or university you are interested in to get an estimate of the tuition savings by completing your first two years at NICC.

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