Is Kirkwood Community College worth it?
Kirkwood Community College is a public, two-year institution in Cedar Rapids, Iowa (midsize city). It awarded 2,438 degrees and certificates in 2024, most often in liberal arts and sciences, licensed practical nurse training and registered nursing.
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Median earnings 1 year after
$39,018
Median earnings 4 years after
$48,663
Median earnings 10 years after
$41,016
Average net price
$9,705
Completion rate
43%
Completions (2024)
2,438
Years to pay back
under 1 year
Students (undergrad)
7,591
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 | $29,838 | $46,104 | 312 |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing | Associate | $64,461 | $67,604 | 175 |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Associate | $36,939 | $41,202 | 92 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations | Associate | $37,385 | $49,372 | 79 |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Associate | $52,364 | $64,068 | 69 |
| Dental Support Services and Allied Professions | Associate | $36,885 | $43,731 | 49 |
| Computer/Information Technology Administration and Management | Associate | $41,575 | $61,544 | 46 |
| Agricultural Production Operations | Associate | $42,392 | $61,118 | 37 |
| Computer Programming | Associate | $39,216 | $70,139 | 33 |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Associate | $44,896 | $61,486 | 29 |
| Electromechanical Technologies/Technicians | Associate | $50,387 | $71,497 | 28 |
| Agricultural Business and Management | Associate | $40,835 | $50,182 | 22 |
| Agricultural Mechanization | Associate | $54,829 | $63,467 | 21 |
| Culinary Arts and Related Services | Associate | $21,391 | $42,218 | 19 |
| Precision Metal Working | Associate | $48,114 | $55,888 | 19 |
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 | 600 |
| Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training | Certificate 1-2 yrs | 147 |
| Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse | Associate | 144 |
| Business Administration and Management, General | Associate | 82 |
| Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician | Certificate 12 weeks to 1 yr | 79 |
| Construction Management, General | Certificate 12 weeks to 1 yr | 76 |
| Computer Programming, Specific Applications | Certificate 12 weeks to 1 yr | 71 |
| Agricultural/Farm Supplies Retailing and Wholesaling | Certificate 12 weeks to 1 yr | 49 |
| Fire Science/Fire-fighting | Certificate 12 weeks to 1 yr | 38 |
| Medical/Clinical Assistant | Certificate 1-2 yrs | 38 |
Federal view: Census PSEO, most recent federal cohort, one year after completion
| Industry | Share of graduates | Graduates counted |
|---|---|---|
| Health Care and Social Assistance | 30% | 8,096 |
| Retail Trade | 13% | 3,523 |
| Manufacturing | 8% | 2,252 |
| Educational Services | 7% | 2,000 |
| Accommodation and Food Services | 7% | 1,796 |
| Finance and Insurance | 5% | 1,363 |
| Construction | 5% | 1,333 |
| Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services | 5% | 1,268 |
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Sources: federal figures for Kirkwood 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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