Most Affordable Colleges in Iowa
39 colleges in Iowa ranked by lowest in-state tuition. Starting at $4,848/year.
Colleges: 39 | Lowest Tuition: $4,848 | Avg Tuition: $23,864
Most Affordable Public Colleges in Iowa
| # | College | City | Tuition (In-State) | Earnings (10yr) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Eastern Iowa Community College District | Davenport | $4,848 | $39,060 |
| 2 | Indian Hills Community College | Ottumwa | $5,040 | $40,507 |
| 3 | Ellsworth Community College | Iowa Falls | $5,496 | $40,562 |
| 4 | Iowa Central Community College | Fort Dodge | $5,496 | $42,046 |
| 5 | Marshalltown Community College | Marshalltown | $5,496 | $41,010 |
| 6 | Des Moines Area Community College | Ankeny | $5,790 | $41,018 |
| 7 | Kirkwood Community College | Cedar Rapids | $6,176 | $41,016 |
| 8 | Hawkeye Community College | Waterloo | $6,525 | $42,849 |
| 9 | North Iowa Area Community College | Mason City | $6,653 | $43,462 |
| 10 | Northeast Iowa Community College | Calmar | $6,780 | $41,306 |
| 11 | Iowa Western Community College | Council Bluffs | $6,930 | $42,793 |
| 12 | Northwest Iowa Community College | Sheldon | $7,350 | $50,776 |
| 13 | Iowa Lakes Community College | Estherville | $7,392 | $43,108 |
| 14 | University of Northern Iowa | Cedar Falls | $9,936 | $55,177 |
| 15 | Iowa State University | Ames | $10,787 | $63,386 |
| 16 | University of Iowa | Iowa City | $11,283 | $64,762 |
Most Affordable Private Colleges in Iowa
| # | College | City | Tuition (In-State) | Earnings (10yr) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Divine Word College | Epworth | $15,600 | — |
| 2 | Orion Technical College | Davenport | $15,600 | $37,008 |
| 3 | Maharishi International University | Fairfield | $16,530 | $27,981 |
| 4 | Mercy College of Health Sciences | Des Moines | $17,664 | $62,234 |
| 5 | Faith Baptist Bible College and Theological Seminary | Ankeny | $20,270 | $40,650 |
| 6 | Emmaus Bible College | Dubuque | $20,800 | $42,631 |
| 7 | Graceland University-Lamoni | Lamoni | $20,950 | $47,361 |
| 8 | Central College | Pella | $20,988 | $54,317 |
| 9 | Grand View University | Des Moines | $34,762 | $52,824 |
| 10 | Northwestern College | Orange City | $36,710 | $49,802 |
| 11 | Briar Cliff University | Sioux City | $36,956 | $54,475 |
| 12 | Dordt University | Sioux Center | $37,050 | $52,559 |
| 13 | Morningside University | Sioux City | $39,660 | $55,494 |
| 14 | Loras College | Dubuque | $39,824 | $58,289 |
| 15 | Mount Mercy University | Cedar Rapids | $40,878 | $60,787 |
| 16 | Clarke University | Dubuque | $40,910 | $55,396 |
| 17 | Buena Vista University | Storm Lake | $41,798 | $49,156 |
| 18 | University of Dubuque | Dubuque | $42,095 | $51,190 |
| 19 | Luther College | Decorah | $52,120 | $59,850 |
| 20 | Drake University | Des Moines | $52,130 | $71,901 |
| 21 | Cornell College | Mount Vernon | $52,660 | $53,460 |
| 22 | Coe College | Cedar Rapids | $54,666 | $57,125 |
| 23 | Grinnell College | Grinnell | $68,106 | $62,830 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the cheapest college in Iowa?
The most affordable college in Iowa is Eastern Iowa Community College District with in-state tuition of $4,848.
How many affordable colleges are in Iowa?
There are 39 colleges in Iowa with published tuition data, sorted from cheapest to most expensive.
What is the average tuition in Iowa?
The average in-state tuition across Iowa colleges is $23,864 per year.
Analysis based on U.S. Department of Education data. Not enrollment advice. Verify information with the institution directly.