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Iowa Lakes Community College
Estherville, IA, United States
Data verified Nov 2026 · CollegesRef 2026–27 edition
At Iowa Lakes Community College, students from families earning up to $30,000 paid an average of $7,277 a year after grants, against $14,397 for families earning over $110,000.
Source: U.S. College Scorecard, 2025
Average annual cost after grants
$10,553
$5,850 below the median for all colleges ($16,403).
| Family income | Average annual cost |
|---|---|
| $0 to $30,000 | $7,277 |
| $30,001 to $48,000 | $9,853 |
| $48,001 to $75,000 | $9,217 |
| $75,001 to $110,000 | $13,122 |
| Over $110,000 | $14,397 |
Average yearly cost of attendance minus grants and scholarships for full-time, first-time undergraduates who received federal aid. Loans are not subtracted.
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Source: U.S. College Scorecard, 2025
The published cost of attendance also covers transport and personal expenses. Out-of-state students at public colleges pay the out-of-state tuition.
Source: U.S. College Scorecard, 2025
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Enrollment 864 students, close to 941
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Graduation rate 47%, close to 50%
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Profile closeness72/100
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Enrollment 788 students, close to 941
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Average net price $12,346, close to $10,553
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