Hawkeye Community College Iowa

Rural Iowa community college serving nearly 4,800 students with low tuition and transfer-focused programming.

College statistics

Address:
1501 E Orange Rd
Waterloo, IA
50701
Sector Group:
Public 2-Year
Official Website:
www.hawkeyecollege.edu/
Setting:
Rural
Research Activity Tier:
No research designation
Economic Mobility Index:
Higher Access, Medium Earnings
Primary Undergraduate Major:
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities

Hawkeye Community College is a public two-year institution in Waterloo, Iowa, serving the region with accessible, transfer-oriented education. The college enrolls 4,796 students and emphasizes general studies and liberal arts coursework that prepares students for completion of four-year degrees at universities.

In-state tuition is $6,322 annually, with out-of-state tuition at $6,409, making costs nearly identical for both groups. Total cost of attendance matches tuition, reflecting the college's position as a lower-cost entry point into higher education.

Hawkeye Community College works best for students seeking an affordable path to a bachelor's degree, those testing college readiness before transferring, and learners from the Waterloo area seeking flexible scheduling and local connections. For more information about programs and admissions, visit www.hawkeyecollege.edu/.