Is Western Iowa Tech Community College worth it?
Western Iowa Tech Community College is a public, two-year institution in Sioux City, Iowa (small city). It awarded 1,718 degrees and certificates in 2024, most often in nursing assistant patient care assistant, emergency medical technology and licensed practical nurse training.
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Median earnings 1 year after
$36,272
Median earnings 4 years after
$47,713
Median earnings 10 years after
$40,473
Average net price
$8,770
Completion rate
50%
Completions (2024)
1,718
Years to pay back
under 1 year
Students (undergrad)
2,647
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 | $63,214 | $74,047 | 111 |
| Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities | Associate | $31,936 | $42,374 | 71 |
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants | Undergraduate certificate | $29,348 | $54,239 | 59 |
| Dental Support Services and Allied Professions | Undergraduate certificate | $30,735 | $39,061 | 53 |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Undergraduate certificate | $43,254 | $53,653 | 44 |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Undergraduate certificate | $35,550 | $51,446 | 31 |
| Precision Metal Working | Undergraduate certificate | $41,613 | $51,372 | 28 |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services | Undergraduate certificate | $31,546 | $39,777 | 26 |
| Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician (HAC, HACR, HVAC, HVACR) | Undergraduate certificate | $36,401 | $51,294 | 23 |
| Veterinary/Animal Health Technologies/Technicians | Undergraduate certificate | $26,355 | N/A | 22 |
| Computer/Information Technology Administration and Management | Undergraduate certificate | $23,745 | $39,900 | 22 |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Associate | $37,483 | $45,442 | 22 |
| Electrical and Power Transmission Installers | Undergraduate certificate | $35,556 | $49,520 | 21 |
| Culinary Arts and Related Services | Associate | $24,061 | $33,272 | 19 |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections | Associate | $43,547 | $48,851 | 17 |
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 | 435 |
| Emergency Medical Technology/Technician (EMT Paramedic) | Certificate under 12 weeks | 127 |
| Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training | Certificate 1-2 yrs | 118 |
| Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse | Associate | 86 |
| Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies | Associate | 69 |
| Physical Education Teaching and Coaching | Certificate under 12 weeks | 64 |
| Child Care Provider/Assistant | Certificate 12 weeks to 1 yr | 34 |
| Fire Science/Fire-fighting | Certificate 12 weeks to 1 yr | 30 |
| Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician | Certificate 12 weeks to 1 yr | 30 |
| Autobody/Collision and Repair Technology/Technician | Certificate 12 weeks to 1 yr | 28 |
Federal view: Census PSEO, most recent federal cohort, one year after completion
| Industry | Share of graduates | Graduates counted |
|---|---|---|
| Health Care and Social Assistance | 37% | 5,660 |
| Retail Trade | 13% | 1,934 |
| Manufacturing | 12% | 1,783 |
| Accommodation and Food Services | 5% | 829 |
| Construction | 5% | 763 |
| Administrative and Support and Waste Management and Remediation Services | 4% | 668 |
| Public Administration | 4% | 556 |
| Educational Services | 4% | 547 |
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Sources: federal figures for Western Iowa Tech 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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