Kirkwood Community College Iowa

Public two-year community college in Cedar Rapids serving over 12,600 students with low tuition and general transfer pathways.

College statistics

Address:
6301 Kirkwood Blvd SW
Cedar Rapids, IA
52406
Sector Group:
Public 2-Year
Official Website:
www.kirkwood.edu/
Setting:
City
Research Activity Tier:
No research designation
Economic Mobility Index:
Higher Access, Medium Earnings
Primary Undergraduate Major:
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities

Kirkwood Community College is a public two-year institution in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, serving the region with open-access education and workforce training. The college enrolls over 12,600 students across a range of programs, with a primary focus on Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities coursework.

Annual in-state tuition is $6,076, with out-of-state tuition at $8,120. These costs align with Kirkwood's total cost of attendance figures, making it a low-cost entry point for post-secondary education. The college's low price point and open admissions model attract students from across the region and beyond.

Kirkwood functions as a transfer pathway to four-year institutions throughout the Midwest. The college works best for students seeking affordable foundational coursework, career preparation, or a bridge into a bachelor's degree program. Visit the official website at www.kirkwood.edu/ for program details and enrollment information.