Campus Identity
Iowa Lakes Community College is a public community college in Estherville, IA. Upper Gar Lake is about 12 miles from campus. CollegeCove's campus safety score is 69/100 (Pretty Safe), based on U.S. Department of Education Clery Act data.
At a Glance
Iowa Lakes Community College is a public community college in Estherville, IA. Upper Gar Lake is about 12 miles from campus. CollegeCove's campus safety score is 69/100 (Pretty Safe), based on U.S. Department of Education Clery Act data.
Campus Lifestyle
Iowa Lakes Community College is a 1,000–4,999, small-town school. The campus is 67 miles from Mount Kato Ski Area.
School Size & Setting
1,000–4,999
Town setting
Weather
Cold Climate
37°F avg school-year
Nearby Ski Resorts
Iowa Lakes Community College students have access to 3 ski resorts within driving distance. The closest is Mount Kato Ski Area, 67 miles away with 10 lifts and 55 skiable acres. All are within 105 miles of campus.
Minnesota
South Dakota
Nearby Lake
Upper Gar Lake is 12 miles from campus, giving Iowa Lakes Community College students access to boating, swimming, and waterfront recreation.
Upper Gar Lake
Lake access within 11.8 miles
Average Monthly Temperature
1991–2020 Climate Normals · Estherville, IA
Estherville has a cold climate, with winters averaging 15°F in Jan and summers peaking around 71°F in Jul.
Station: ESTHERVILLE MUNICIPAL 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
Iowa Lakes Community College in IA earns a composite safety score of 69/100, rated Pretty Safe among U.S. colleges.
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.
| Cost Item | In-State | Out-of-State |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $7,392 | $7,872 |
| Fees | $732 | $732 |
| Room & Board | $8,310 | $8,310 |
| Total Estimated Cost | $16,434 | $16,914 |
What students actually pay after grants and scholarships. Source: College Scorecard.
Fields of Study
54 programs offered
Most Popular Programs
Bar width proportional to graduates per year. Earnings = median 4 years after graduation.
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 Iowa Lakes Community College located?
Iowa Lakes Community College is located in Estherville, IA. The main campus address is 19 S 7th St, Estherville, IA. It is a public institution offering 2-year associate degree programs.
How much does it cost to attend Iowa Lakes Community College?
For the 2024-25 academic year, Iowa Lakes Community College charges $7,392/year for in-state students and $7,872/year for out-of-state students. Including room and board ($8,310/year), the total estimated cost is approximately $7,196/year. The average net price after grants and scholarships is $13,933/year — what students actually pay. Use Iowa Lakes Community College's net price calculator for a personalized estimate.
Is Iowa Lakes Community College the right fit for me?
Whether Iowa Lakes 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 ($13,933/year after aid), campus culture in Estherville, and available programs. Use CollegeCove's compare tool to weigh Iowa Lakes 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 Iowa Lakes Community College directly for the most current information.
Quick Facts
- Type
- Public
- Location
- Estherville, IA
- Size
- 1,000–4,999
- Degrees Offered
- Associate's, Certificates
- School Year Weather
- Cold · 37°F avg
- On Campus Safety Score
- 69/100
- Nearest Airport
- Fort Dodge, IA (FOD) · 67 mialso MCW (78 mi), RWF (80 mi)
Location
Estherville, IA