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North Iowa Area Community College

Mason City, IA·Public·www.niacc.edu/

Campus Identity

North Iowa Area Community College is a public community college in Mason City, IA. CollegeCove's campus safety score is 63/100 (Pretty Safe), based on U.S. Department of Education Clery Act data.

At a Glance

North Iowa Area Community College is a public community college in Mason City, IA. CollegeCove's campus safety score is 63/100 (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)
$5,153
In-State Tuition
+$818 fees
$7,729
Out-of-State Tuition
+$818 fees
$8,000
Room & Board
19 meals/week
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Total Enrollment
Undergraduate students
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Yield Rate
Admitted students who enrolled
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Athletics

Campus Lifestyle

School Size & Setting

1,000–4,999

Rural setting

Ski Access

81 miles

Mount Kato Ski Area

Weather

Cold Climate

38°F avg school-year

Nearby Ski Resorts

81 mi away
55 skiable acres10 lifts
88 mi away
35 skiable acres4 lifts
99 mi away
125 skiable acres10 lifts

Average Monthly Temperature

1991–2020 Climate Normals · Mason City, IA

16°Jan20°Feb32°Mar46°Apr58°May68°Jun72°Jul69°Aug62°Sep49°Oct34°Nov22°Dec

Station: MASON CITY · Source: NOAA NCEI

On Campus Safety Score

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

63/100
Pretty Safe
PersonalSafetyPropertySafetyParty SceneSafety814938
81/100
Personal
assault, rape, stalking, dating and domestic violence
49/100
Property
burglary, vehicle theft, arson
38/100
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

Annual costs for the 2023–24 academic year. Source: IPEDS/NCES 2024.

Tuition
$5,153$7,729
Fees
$818$818
Room & Board
$8,000$8,000
Total
$13,971$16,547
In-StateOut-of-State
Meal Plan: 19 meals/week

These are sticker prices. Your actual cost may be much lower with financial aid.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is North Iowa Area Community College located?

North Iowa Area Community College is located in Mason City, IA. The main campus address is 500 College Dr, Mason City, IA. It is a public institution offering 2-year associate degree programs.

How much does it cost to attend North Iowa Area Community College?

For the 2023–24 academic year, North Iowa Area Community College charges $5,153/year for in-state students and $7,729/year for out-of-state students. Including room and board ($8,000/year), the total estimated cost for out-of-state students is approximately $16,547/year. Financial aid, scholarships, and grants can significantly reduce this cost — use North Iowa Area Community College's net price calculator for a personalized estimate.

Is North Iowa Area Community College the right fit for me?

Whether North Iowa Area Community College is right for you depends on your academic goals, budget, lifestyle preferences, and career aspirations. Key factors to consider: admissions requirements, cost ($7,729/year out-of-state), campus culture in Mason City, and available programs. Use CollegeCove's compare tool to weigh North Iowa Area Community College against similar schools side-by-side.

Data sourced from IPEDS/NCES 2024. Always verify with North Iowa Area Community College directly for the most current information.

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Quick Facts

Type
Public
Location
Mason City, IA
Size
1,000–4,999
Degrees Offered
Associate's, Certificates
School Year Weather
Cold · 38°F avg
On Campus Safety Score
63/100
Nearest Airport
Mason City, IA (MCW) · 10 mialso CCY (27 mi), ALO (56 mi)

Location

Mason City, 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.