Agricultural Business and Management at North Iowa Area Community College
Associate's Degree
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
Agricultural Business and Management associates's programs at peer institutions in Iowa (11 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| North Iowa Area Community College | — | $51,712 | — | — |
| Hawkeye Community College | $47,472 | $42,239 | — | — |
| Kirkwood Community College | $40,835 | — | $11,000 | 0.27 |
| Des Moines Area Community College | $40,506 | $49,112 | $9,000 | 0.22 |
| National Median | $37,423 | — | $12,000 | 0.32 |
Other Agricultural Business and Management Programs in Iowa
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Iowa schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hawkeye Community College Waterloo | $6,308 | $47,472 | — |
| Kirkwood Community College Cedar Rapids | $5,980 | $40,835 | $11,000 |
| Des Moines Area Community College Ankeny | $5,550 | $40,506 | $9,000 |
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 North Iowa Area Community College, approximately 24% 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.