Tuition Relief
Northeast Iowa Community College (NICC) has expanded funding opportunities to assist students this fall. Funding includes grant relief aid from the federal government, tuition scholarships from the state of Iowa for over 30 high-demand programs and other options intended to assist students with pursuing their career goals. Students may receive funding from multiple sources.
Iowa Last-Dollar Scholarship
This Future Ready Iowa Scholarship, for Iowa residents, may pay a portion or all of your tuition in eligible high-demand programs. The average student award is $3,035.
Last-Dollar ScholarshipHigher Education Emergency Relief Fund (HEERF)
This emergency grant provides relief to help pay students educational expenses (tuition, books, technology, transportation, etc.) due to the coronavirus pandemic. Students may be eligible for a grant of up to $3,000. Eligible students will be notified in August.
Financial Aid Review and Adjustment
If you or your family’s financial situation has changed significantly from what is reflected on your 2019 federal income tax return (for example, if you’ve lost a job or otherwise experienced a drop in income), you may be eligible to have your financial aid adjusted.
Request ReviewBegin Again Scholarship
Invites students with an outstanding balance to return and complete their NICC education. This allows the student and College to show a commitment to paying off the student's outstanding debt so they can enroll and complete their education. See 'additional student support' on the scholarships page for more info.
ScholarshipsScholarships
The College and its Foundation strive to lessen the financial burden on students through scholarships. We offer many scholarships with different eligibility criteria, from first-year students to program of study, residency, enrollment status, etc.
ScholarshipsCareer Pathway Certificate (CPC) Grants
Career Pathway Certificate (CPC) students have many supports available to help cover the costs of tuition, transportation, childcare and/or supplies. There are often a variety of unique grants and/or programs available to help reduce barriers to education. Grant awards are dependent on the federal poverty guidelines.
CPC Programs