Is Southeastern Community College worth it?
Southeastern Community College is a public, two-year institution in West Burlington, Iowa (small town). It awarded 979 degrees and certificates in 2024, most often in nursing assistant patient care assistant, liberal arts and sciences and business administration and management.
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Federal context for Southeastern Community College
Published by the federal government for federally aided students. It does not say which employers hire graduates.
Median earnings 1 year after
$41,282
Median earnings 4 years after
$48,941
Median earnings 10 years after
$36,882
Average net price
$12,347
Completion rate
43%
Completions (2024)
979
Years to pay back
1.0 years
Students (undergrad)
1,699
Median earnings after completing, by program
| Program | Credential | Median earnings, 1yr | Median earnings, 4yr | Graduates counted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing | Associate | $61,159 | $69,798 | 90 |
| Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities | Associate | $24,968 | $40,132 | 78 |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Undergraduate certificate | $36,202 | $38,151 | 32 |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Associate | $60,712 | $64,216 | 17 |
| Agricultural Business and Management | Associate | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Agricultural Production Operations | Undergraduate certificate | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Agricultural Production Operations | Associate | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Graphic Communications | Undergraduate certificate | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Graphic Communications | Associate | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Computer and Information Sciences, General | Undergraduate certificate | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Computer and Information Sciences, General | Associate | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods | Undergraduate certificate | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods | Associate | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Electrical/Electronic Engineering Technologies/Technicians | Undergraduate certificate | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Electrical/Electronic Engineering Technologies/Technicians | 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Nursing Assistant/Aide and Patient Care Assistant/Aide | Certificate under 12 weeks | 222 |
| Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies | Associate | 195 |
| Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training | Certificate 1-2 yrs | 57 |
| Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse | Associate | 50 |
| Business Administration and Management, General | Certificate 12 weeks to 1 yr | 45 |
| Emergency Medical Technology/Technician (EMT Paramedic) | Certificate under 12 weeks | 44 |
| Welding Technology/Welder | Certificate 12 weeks to 1 yr | 33 |
| Early Childhood Education and Teaching | Certificate 12 weeks to 1 yr | 18 |
| Industrial Mechanics and Maintenance Technology/Technician | Certificate 12 weeks to 1 yr | 17 |
| Business Administration and Management, General | Associate | 17 |
Federal view: Census PSEO, most recent federal cohort, one year after completion
| Industry | Share of graduates | Graduates counted |
|---|---|---|
| Health Care and Social Assistance | 44% | 3,295 |
| Manufacturing | 12% | 940 |
| Retail Trade | 12% | 926 |
| Accommodation and Food Services | 4% | 315 |
| Educational Services | 4% | 315 |
| Administrative and Support and Waste Management and Remediation Services | 4% | 285 |
| Public Administration | 4% | 284 |
| Finance and Insurance | 3% | 198 |
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Sources: federal figures for Southeastern 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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