Is Indian Hills Community College worth it?
Indian Hills Community College is a public, two-year institution in Ottumwa, Iowa (small town). It awarded 658 degrees and certificates in 2024, most often in liberal arts and sciences, welding technology and radiologic technology radiographer.
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Median earnings 1 year after
$39,862
Median earnings 4 years after
$50,322
Median earnings 10 years after
$40,507
Average net price
$10,693
Completion rate
40%
Completions (2024)
658
Years to pay back
under 1 year
Students (undergrad)
1,495
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 | $27,483 | $43,143 | 176 |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing | Associate | $56,923 | $73,261 | 40 |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Associate | $50,901 | $49,675 | 33 |
| Electrical/Electronic Engineering Technologies/Technicians | Associate | $68,590 | $74,720 | 29 |
| Computer Programming | Associate | $63,559 | $86,187 | 24 |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Associate | $36,313 | $49,014 | 24 |
| Dental Support Services and Allied Professions | Associate | $57,921 | $58,209 | 23 |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Associate | $43,781 | $57,946 | 19 |
| Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications | Associate | $41,166 | N/A | 17 |
| Agricultural Production Operations | Associate | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Applied Horticulture and Horticultural Business Services | Undergraduate certificate | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Applied Horticulture and Horticultural Business Services | Associate | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Animal Sciences | Associate | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Food Science and Technology | Undergraduate certificate | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Plant Sciences | Associate | N/A | N/A | 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 | 206 |
| Welding Technology/Welder | Certificate 1-2 yrs | 52 |
| Radiologic Technology/Science - Radiographer | Associate | 28 |
| Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse | Associate | 26 |
| Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training | Certificate 1-2 yrs | 22 |
| Dental Assisting/Assistant | Certificate 1-2 yrs | 21 |
| Computer Programming, Specific Applications | Associate | 20 |
| Dental Hygiene/Hygienist | Associate | 17 |
| Elementary Education and Teaching | Associate | 13 |
| Business Administration and Management, General | Associate | 12 |
Federal view: Census PSEO, most recent federal cohort, one year after completion
| Industry | Share of graduates | Graduates counted |
|---|---|---|
| Health Care and Social Assistance | 42% | 5,642 |
| Manufacturing | 16% | 2,143 |
| Retail Trade | 10% | 1,402 |
| Finance and Insurance | 4% | 592 |
| Educational Services | 4% | 560 |
| Administrative and Support and Waste Management and Remediation Services | 3% | 453 |
| Public Administration | 3% | 431 |
| Accommodation and Food Services | 3% | 390 |
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Sources: federal figures for Indian Hills 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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