College statistics
- Address:
- 500 College Dr
Mason City, IA
50401 - Sector Group:
- Public 2-Year
- Official Website:
- www.niacc.edu/
- Setting:
- Rural
- Annual In-State Tuition:
- $5,798
- Room and Board:
- $8,000
- Endowment (End of Year):
- $50,127,668
- 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/.