North Iowa Area Community College Iowa

Rural Iowa community college offering liberal arts and transfer pathways with tuition under $6,000.

College statistics

Address:
500 College Dr
Mason City, IA
50401
Sector Group:
Public 2-Year
Official Website:
www.niacc.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

North Iowa Area Community College is a public two-year institution in Mason City, Iowa, serving a rural region with a student body of approximately 2,471 students. The college focuses on liberal arts and sciences education, providing both foundational general studies and pathways to four-year universities.

In-state tuition runs $5,798 annually, with out-of-state tuition at $8,696. Total cost of attendance, including room and board, is $13,798 for in-state students and $16,696 for out-of-state students. This low tuition structure makes the college an economical starting point for students pursuing associate degrees or transferring to universities elsewhere.

As a community college, NIACC serves as a transfer pathway institution, allowing students to complete their first two years of coursework before moving to a four-year program. The college works best for students seeking affordable general education, those preparing to transfer, and working adults in the region. For more information, visit www.niacc.edu/.