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Indian Hills Community College

Ottumwa, IA·Public·https://www.indianhills.edu/

Campus Identity

Indian Hills Community College is a public community college in Ottumwa, IA. Rathbun Lake is about 28 miles from campus. CollegeCove's campus safety score is 61/100 (Pretty Safe), based on U.S. Department of Education Clery Act data.

At a Glance

Indian Hills Community College is a public community college in Ottumwa, IA. Rathbun Lake is about 28 miles from campus. CollegeCove's campus safety score is 61/100 (Pretty Safe), based on U.S. Department of Education Clery Act data.

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Acceptance Rate
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ACT Score (50th %ile)
$5,040
2024-25 Tuition
In-state rate
$10,693
Avg Net Price
What students actually pay
$7,797
Room & Board
18 meals/week
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Total Enrollment
Undergraduate students
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Yield Rate
Admitted students who enrolled
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Graduation Rate

Campus Lifestyle

Indian Hills Community College is a 1,000–4,999, small-town school. The campus is 70 miles from Sleepy Hollow Sports Park, Inc..

School Size & Setting

1,000–4,999

Town setting

Weather

Cold Climate

43°F avg school-year

Nearby Ski Resorts

Indian Hills Community College students have access to 3 ski resorts within driving distance. The closest is Sleepy Hollow Sports Park, Inc., 70 miles away. All are within 106 miles of campus.

28 skiable acres6 lifts
106 mi away
35 skiable acres4 lifts

Nearby Lake

Rathbun Lake is 28 miles from campus, giving Indian Hills Community College students access to boating, swimming, and waterfront recreation.

Rathbun Lake

Lake access within 27.7 miles

28 mi away

Average Monthly Temperature

1991–2020 Climate Normals · Ottumwa, IA

Ottumwa has a cool climate, with winters averaging 23°F in Jan and summers peaking around 75°F in Jul.

23°Jan27°Feb40°Mar51°Apr62°May72°Jun75°Jul73°Aug65°Sep53°Oct40°Nov28°Dec

Station: OTTUMWA INDUSTRIAL Airport · Source: NOAA NCEI

On Campus Safety Score

2021–2023 U.S. Dept. of Education Campus Safety and Security data normalized per 1,000 students

Indian Hills Community College in IA earns a composite safety score of 61/100, rated Pretty Safe among U.S. colleges.

61/100
Pretty Safe
PersonalSafetyPropertySafetyParty SceneSafety508947
50/100
Personal
assault, rape, stalking, dating and domestic violence
89/100
Property
burglary, vehicle theft, arson
47/100
Party Scene
drug, alcohol & weapons enforcement

On Campus Safety data from the U.S. Dept. of Education Clery Act Database, normalized per 1,000 enrolled students. Higher scores indicate a safer environment. Review detailed data on the U.S. Dept. of Education Campus Safety and Security website.

Cost Breakdown

2024-25 academic year. Tuition: College Scorecard. Fees and room & board: IPEDS/NCES.

Tuition
$5,040$6,120
Room & Board
$7,797$7,797
Total
$12,837$13,917
In-StateOut-of-State
Meal Plan: 18 meals/week
$10,693avg net price / year

What students actually pay after grants and scholarships. Source: College Scorecard.

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Fields of Study

86 programs offered

Most Popular Programs

Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and HumanitiesAssociate's
205 grads/yr$43,143
Precision Metal WorkingCertificate
84 grads/yr$53,878
Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/TechniciansAssociate's
31 grads/yr$49,675
Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment ProfessionsAssociate's
26 grads/yr$57,946
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical NursingAssociate's
25 grads/yr$73,261

Bar width proportional to graduates per year. Earnings = median 4 years after graduation.

Computer Programming
Associate's20 grads$86,187
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
Certificate9 grads$75,625
Electrical/Electronic Engineering Technologies/Technicians
Associate's19 grads$74,720
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
Associate's25 grads$73,261
Electromechanical Technologies/Technicians
Associate's4 grads$71,465
Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants
Certificate15 grads$61,021
Dental Support Services and Allied Professions
Certificate16 grads$60,562
Precision Metal Working
Associate's11 grads$58,822
Dental Support Services and Allied Professions
Associate's18 grads$58,209
Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions
Associate's26 grads$57,946

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Earnings reflect graduates working and not enrolled full-time. Data suppressed (shown as —) for programs with fewer than 30 graduates. Most recent available year.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Indian Hills Community College located?

Indian Hills Community College is located in Ottumwa, IA. The main campus address is 525 Grandview Ave, Ottumwa, IA. It is a public institution offering 2-year associate degree programs.

How much does it cost to attend Indian Hills Community College?

For the 2024-25 academic year, Indian Hills Community College charges $5,040/year for in-state students and $6,120/year for out-of-state students. Including room and board ($7,797/year), the total estimated cost is approximately $6,000/year. The average net price after grants and scholarships is $10,693/year — what students actually pay. Use Indian Hills Community College's net price calculator for a personalized estimate.

Is Indian Hills Community College the right fit for me?

Whether Indian Hills Community College is right for you depends on your academic goals, budget, lifestyle preferences, and career aspirations. Key factors to consider: admissions requirements, avg net price ($10,693/year after aid), campus culture in Ottumwa, and available programs. Use CollegeCove's compare tool to weigh Indian Hills Community College against similar schools side-by-side.

Tuition: College Scorecard (2024-25). Fees, room & board, and other data: IPEDS/NCES 2024. Always verify with Indian Hills Community College directly for the most current information.

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Quick Facts

Type
Public
Location
Ottumwa, IA
Size
1,000–4,999
Degrees Offered
Associate's, Certificates
School Year Weather
Cold · 43°F avg
On Campus Safety Score
61/100
Nearest Airport
Ottumwa, IA (OTM) · 5 mialso IRK (66 mi), CID (68 mi)

Location

Ottumwa, IA

Data Sources: Admissions, cost, and enrollment data sourced from the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) (NCES, 2024 survey year). Fields of Study data sourced from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. On Campus Safety Score computed from Clery Act data (U.S. Dept. of Education, 3-year average normalized per 1,000 students). Data may not reflect most recent changes. Always verify with the institution directly.