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Kirkwood Community College

Cedar Rapids, Iowa · City: MidsizeOfficial Website ↗

#491
Nationally
#12
In Iowa
$5,880
In-State Tuition
per year
12,660
Undergrad Enrollment
10,000–19,999
Overall Score & Rankings
56/100
Good
#491 nationally
#12 in Iowa
🎓Graduation Outcomes50
💰Affordability50
📚Academic Environment50
🔬Program Breadth80

Scores based on IPEDS 2023–24 federal data. Methodology →

Kirkwood Community College is a public two-year community college located in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. The college enrolls approximately 12,660 undergraduate students. In-state tuition is $5,880 per year ($7,868 out-of-state), above average for public institutions.

Cost & Financial Aid
In-State Tuition$5,880/yr
In-State Fees$100/yr
Out-of-State Tuition$7,868/yr
Room & Board$1,000/yr
Total CoA (In-State)$6,980/yr
Total CoA (Out-of-State)$8,968/yr
In-State Tuition vs National Avg$5,880↓ Below avg
National avg: $3,860
Student Body
12,660
Total Undergrads
56% F / 44% M
Gender Split
Student Diversity
White 68%
Hispanic 7%
Black 10%
Asian 2%
Two or more 3%
International 2%
Native / Other 0%
Strengths & Considerations
Strengths
  • Reasonable room and board costs at $1,000/yr
Consider
  • ·Data on some metrics is not yet available — contact the admissions office for details
Who Is This College Best For?

This college is a strong fit for students planning to transfer to a 4-year university, and working adults seeking career-focused certificates and degrees.

Institution Profile
Type2-year
ControlPublic
LocationCedar Rapids, Iowa
SettingCity: Midsize
Size10,000–19,999
State Ranking
#12
in Iowa out of 7+ colleges
#491
nationally
Data Source

All data sourced from the NCES IPEDS 2023–24 collection. Acceptance rates, test scores, and graduation rates reflect the most recent year reported. Scores are composite rankings calculated from five weighted dimensions.

Frequently Asked Questions

Data notice: All figures are sourced from IPEDS 2023–24 federal data. Tuition, acceptance rates, and enrollment figures change annually. Always verify current information directly with the institution. Net price figures are averages and individual aid packages will vary. Composite scores and rankings are calculated by SchoolRankings.org and are not affiliated with U.S. News, Forbes, or any government agency.