Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants at Indian Hills Community College
Undergraduate Certificate or Diploma
Earnings Over Time
How earnings evolve from 1 year to 4 years after graduation
Earnings trajectories vary significantly. Some programs show strong early returns that plateau; others start lower but accelerate. Consider where you want to be at year 4, not just year 1.
Compare to Similar Programs in Iowa
Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants certificate's programs at peer institutions in Iowa (16 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian Hills Community College | — | $47,554 | $19,035 | — |
| Eastern Iowa Community College District | $45,662 | $47,427 | $19,835 | 0.43 |
| Des Moines Area Community College | $34,390 | $54,641 | $11,625 | 0.34 |
| Iowa Western Community College | $33,043 | $56,196 | $18,000 | 0.54 |
| Western Iowa Tech Community College | $29,348 | $47,680 | $14,499 | 0.49 |
| National Median | $44,134 | — | $14,803 | 0.34 |
Other Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants Programs in Iowa
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Iowa schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Eastern Iowa Community College District Davenport | $4,680 | $45,662 | $19,835 |
| Des Moines Area Community College Ankeny | $5,550 | $34,390 | $11,625 |
| Iowa Western Community College Council Bluffs | $6,780 | $33,043 | $18,000 |
| Western Iowa Tech Community College Sioux City | $5,042 | $29,348 | $14,499 |
About This Data
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (October 2025 release)
Population: Graduates who received federal financial aid (Title IV grants or loans). At Indian Hills Community College, approximately 22% of students receive Pell grants. Students who did not receive federal aid are not included in these figures.
Earnings: Median earnings from IRS W-2 data for graduates who are employed and not enrolled in further education, measured 1 year after completion. Earnings are pre-tax and include wages, salaries, and self-employment income.
Debt: Median cumulative federal loan debt at graduation. Does not include private loans or Parent PLUS loans borrowed on behalf of students.