Reviews

The great thing about Iowa Western Community College, is that even though it's a two-year college, it doesn't lack anything that a four-year college has. I'm loving my classes, and learning quite a bit more than I thought I would from the teachers here. What I think is great about the teachers, is that they support you and become your mentors if you need them to be. That's really important because after you graduate, you'll have an abundance of teachers you can talk to from networking at Iowa Western.

The campus is wonderful, and there's always something fun to do with friends. The only downside that I see is if you don't live on campus, which I don't. So it's kind of hard to schedule meetings and classes when I have to commute back and forth to my house.

You definitely get a bang for your buck here! That's exactly why I chose Iowa Western Community College. You're getting the same education, and taking the exact same classes as University students, for half the price! With the economy at it's current state, this is something that you shouldn't overlook.

A very important tip for prospective students would be knowing what you want to major in before coming to Iowa Western. If you just pick General Studies, you may be stuck taking classes that you either don't like, don't count towards you degree, or even worse, you fail. So really think about what you want to major in, otherwise you might be here for more than two years!

I think Iowa Western is great for every type of student. We've got great sport teams, clubs to join, and a variety of majors to choose from. I definitely think there's something here for every student to enjoy.

Friendly, community based understanding of their students needs to succeed at all cost.

Get to know your advise. We have the best advisor's around. They can do almost anything to make sure your are happy in your degree choose even if you are a non-traditional student like me. Instructors are even there to help with tutoring.

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go to activities on campus and sometimes if not fare some away games

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A tip for prospective students would be, to pick up your books before your course/courses start. If you wait til class starts it could be a long wait in the check out line for your books.

I have only taken math courses so far. Math is not a great subject for me.

I've only snacks for the bookstore so far.

Overall I would say the expectations at IWCC are relatively low in comparison to most schools. They have however done a great job of expansion and trying to increase curriculum difficulty. But this institution has much growth to still accomplish if it wishes to compete with other universities in the area.

Prospective students should remember they are there for education first and need to abide by the life-style that it demands, and try not to get lost in the typical slacker scene

There truly isn't much to do for fun around the area, especially if students are limited by transportation. This could however be a blessing by forcing the student to focus on the task at hand.

With many scholarships availble and a relatively cheap tuition, it offers students a good educational value for the money.

Great for very self-motivated learners.

Community college with a small, private school feel. Not your typical community college!

IWCC has an excellent science department, full of instructors that really care about their students. Prepares students for rigorous programs such as Dental Hygiene and Nursing.

Excellent selection in the cafeteria as well as small stations located elsewhere on campus.

I love the small class sizes. Makes me feel like a person, or student, rather than just another number. Instructors have been great and willing to help with any questions I have.

I don't live in the dorms, but I hear the suites are amazing!

Great for students who need to attend night or on-line classes.

Iowa Western offers a wide variety of classes and programs. I have found that the staff is always helpful and the admissions process was very simple. Iowa Western is a great place to learn, to grow, and to academically inspired and challenged.

Pick a program and stick with it. You will not regret getting your degree!

challenging

i never lived on campus

put on by the culinary students

frolfing!

Love the class size. Free tutoring available. Current instructors are very supportive and want all students to succeed.

Attend orientation that is offered prior to attending classes. Have a goal or degree to work towards, even if you think you may change your mind. Always attend class and do your assignments when given so you do not fall behind. Make sure the credits that you are receiving will transfer if you plan to go to a four year university/college.

For a community college it has a lot to offer compared to other community colleges.

Drive back and forth, though other students I have talked to love the suites that are available.

Very nice facility. I have not personally eaten there, but it smells wonderful.

I do not live on campus.

Yes, per credit hour is much less than a four year university and you can transfer a lot of the credit hours.