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Public, 2-Year
Sioux City, IA

Western Iowa Tech Community College

Explore one of the most distinguished institutions in IA. Your pathway to a brighter future begins here.

Annual Tuition

$5,042

Average Sticker Price

Admission Rate

N/A

Selectivity Level

Graduation Rate

41.3%

Completion Success

Median Earnings

$40,473

10y Career Outlook

About Institution

Western Iowa Tech Community College is a distinguished Public, 2-Year institution located in Sioux City, IA. With a competitive tuition profile of $5,042, it remains an attractive choice for ambitious students. A strong graduation rate of 41.3% underscores its academic rigor and effective student support systems.

Investment Return

Estimated College ROI Analysis

Total 2-Year Cost

$10,084

Based on sticker tuition

Estimated Payback

1.0 yrs

Time to recoup investment

Annual Earnings Boost

+$10,473

vs. $30k HS diploma baseline

10-Year Net Gain

+$94,646

Cumulative earnings advantage minus total college cost

20-Year Net Gain

+$199,376

Long-term projected return on your education investment

Graduation Rate: 41%

Students who don't graduate may still carry debt without the full earnings benefit. Consider program-specific outcomes in the Career Paths section below.

ROI estimates use the BLS national median of $30,000/yr for high school diploma holders as a baseline. Actual results vary based on major, career path, location, and individual circumstances. Median graduate debt at Western Iowa Tech Community College is $11,000.

Student Community

Gender Balance

Women
Men
63.2%
36.8%
FemininityMasculinity

Ethnic Diversity

White
51.8%
Hispanic
22.9%
International
9.1%
Black
6.8%
Two or more
4.1%
Unknown
1.8%
Asian
1.8%
American Indian / Alaska Native
1.5%
Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander
0.1%

Security Audit

Safety Rating: 3-Year Aggregate

Incidents

0

Burglary

0

Theft

0

Assault

0

Robbery

0

Rape

0

Arson

0

Murder

0

Financial Outlook

Total Sticker Price

$5,042

Estimated cost before aid.

Net Price By Income

$0 - $30k$7,493
$30k - $48k$7,663
$48k - $75k$8,647
$75k+$10,402

Debt & Financial Aid

Median Debt (grads)$11,000
Pell Grant Recipients25.3%
Using Federal Loans17.2%
Historical 3yr Loan Repayment45.9%

Repayment measured in 2016–17; this federal measure was discontinued.

* Most students receive significant grants and scholarships, reducing the actual cost. Grant data from IPEDS Student Financial Aid survey.

Quick Overview

Faculty Ratio

N/A

Retention

64.1%

Success

41.3%

In-State Cost

$5,042

Age 25+ Students

20.5%

Carnegie Class

Carnegie 9

Working at 6yr

2,021 students

Security Benchmark

Campus vs. City Comparison (Per 100k)

Violent Offenses

PER 100K
On-Campus0.0
Sioux City (City-wide)0.0

Property Crimes

PER 100K
On-Campus0.0
Sioux City (City-wide)0.0

Stats sourced from institutional reports and municipal data. These rates provide a standardized baseline for comparing safety across different environments.

Living In Sioux City

Off-Campus Market Estimator

Current Fair Market Rents
🏠

Studio

$685

Monthly Average

🏢

1 Bedroom

$780

Monthly Average

🏘️

2 Bedrooms

$1,010

Monthly Average

🏢

3 Bedrooms

$

Monthly Average

Data provided by HUD Fair Market Rent (FMR). These estimates assist with financial planning for off-campus housing in the Sioux City metropolitan area.