Is Hawkeye Community College worth it?
Hawkeye Community College is a public, two-year institution in Waterloo, Iowa (rural area). It awarded 1,026 degrees and certificates in 2024, most often in liberal arts and sciences, registered nursing and emergency medical technology.
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Federal context for Hawkeye Community College
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Median earnings 1 year after
$39,111
Median earnings 4 years after
$49,163
Median earnings 10 years after
$42,849
Average net price
$9,649
Completion rate
43%
Completions (2024)
1,026
Years to pay back
under 1 year
Students (undergrad)
2,626
Median earnings after completing, by program
| Program | Credential | Median earnings, 1yr | Median earnings, 4yr | Graduates counted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities | Associate | $30,321 | $46,225 | 150 |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing | Associate | $58,835 | $68,420 | 72 |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections | Associate | $49,572 | $62,551 | 33 |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Associate | $39,614 | $48,742 | 31 |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Associate | $47,762 | $62,817 | 24 |
| Precision Metal Working | Undergraduate certificate | $45,509 | $64,717 | 22 |
| Graphic Communications | Associate | $29,682 | $41,726 | 19 |
| Dental Support Services and Allied Professions | Undergraduate certificate | $32,834 | $42,137 | 19 |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services | Associate | $31,441 | $37,826 | 19 |
| Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications | Associate | $40,873 | $56,975 | 18 |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services | Undergraduate certificate | $32,126 | $36,160 | 18 |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Associate | $55,987 | $62,860 | 18 |
| Agricultural Business and Management | Associate | $47,472 | $64,688 | 16 |
| Carpenters | Associate | $44,602 | N/A | 16 |
| Agricultural Business and Management | Undergraduate certificate | N/A | $60,073 | N/A |
Source: College Scorecard, June 2026 release, and IPEDS. Earnings cover federally aided students only, so they do not cover every graduate.
Awards conferred, by program
| Program | Award level | Awards |
|---|---|---|
| Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies | Associate | 239 |
| Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse | Certificate 1-2 yrs | 70 |
| Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse | Associate | 52 |
| Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications | Associate | 31 |
| Emergency Medical Technology/Technician (EMT Paramedic) | Certificate under 12 weeks | 29 |
| Emergency Medical Technology/Technician (EMT Paramedic) | Certificate 1-2 yrs | 27 |
| Criminal Justice/Police Science | Associate | 23 |
| Welding Technology/Welder | Certificate 12 weeks to 1 yr | 20 |
| Welding Technology/Welder | Certificate 1-2 yrs | 19 |
| Computer Numerically Controlled (CNC) Machinist Technology/CNC Machinist | Certificate 1-2 yrs | 18 |
Federal view: Census PSEO, most recent federal cohort, one year after completion
| Industry | Share of graduates | Graduates counted |
|---|---|---|
| Health Care and Social Assistance | 35% | 5,300 |
| Manufacturing | 14% | 2,197 |
| Retail Trade | 13% | 1,972 |
| Accommodation and Food Services | 5% | 747 |
| Administrative and Support and Waste Management and Remediation Services | 5% | 711 |
| Construction | 4% | 575 |
| Wholesale Trade | 4% | 573 |
| Finance and Insurance | 3% | 530 |
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Sources: federal figures for Hawkeye Community College. Federal figures from College Scorecard and IPEDS. Occupation pay from Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS for Iowa. Counts under 10 are not published.
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