Northeast Iowa Community College

Northeast Iowa Community College (NICC), in Calmar, Iowa specializes in fostering careers in Iowa's top industries while being committed to its people and its community. The college is set in a thriving center of agriculture the northeastern portion of Iowa, home to numerous farms and farming communities. Associate's degree programs at NICC are therefore highly valuable for those wishing to live or continue living in northeastern Iowa. The majority of NICC academics cover various fields of agricultural science, including Business of Agriculture and Agricultural Production. There are also degrees offered in various branches of Vitology, otherwise known as Dairy Science. In addition to its agriculture-based degrees, NICC offers degrees and certificates in other technical fields such as Surgical Technology and Veterinary Science. With its commitment to helping nourish the agricultural industry and the careers of Iowans, NICC's alliances help students to gain hands-on experience and make industry connections. This is done mostly through Northeast Iowa Community College's partnership with The Dairy Foundation, a non-profit educational organization that offers hands-on experience and educational programs. Northeast Iowa Community College also offers its younger residents opportunities for strong careers. Several high school programs, including The Trio Program, give high school students the chance to begin their program of study while still in high school. There are also alternative high school programs designed for students who have not succeeded in a traditional classroom setting. A career resource center and a writing center are some of the school services, which help assure that students succeed in the classroom and ultimately in their search for a promising, local career. Beyond academics, students can find fun in their college life by participating in flag football or other sports, listening to guest speakers or musical entertainment or just taking part in any of the many other campus opportunities. As tuition costs can be a strain on anyone, NICC offers both low tuition prices and financial aid in federal, local and institutional grants, as well as student loan options.

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