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Construction Schools in Iowa

In 2021-2022, 62 students earned their Construction degrees in IA.

In terms of popularity, Construction is the 30th most popular major in the state out of a total 36 majors commonly available.

Education Levels of Construction Majors in Iowa

Construction majors in the state tend to have the following degree levels:

Education Level Number of Grads
Award Taking Less Than 1 Year 43
Award Taking 1 to 2 Years 19
Award Taking 2 to 4 Years 19

Gender Distribution

In Iowa, a construction major is more popular with men than with women.

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Racial Distribution

The racial distribution of construction majors in Iowa is as follows:

  • Asian: 3.2%
  • Black or African American: 1.6%
  • Hispanic or Latino: 8.1%
  • White: 83.9%
  • Non-Resident Alien: 0.0%
  • Other Races: 3.2%
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Jobs for Construction Grads in Iowa

6,930 people in the state and 598,210 in the nation are employed in jobs related to construction.

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Wages for Construction Jobs in Iowa

In this state, construction grads earn an average of $63,170. Nationwide, they make an average of $70,540.

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There are 3 colleges in Iowa that offer construction degrees. Learn about the most popular 3 below:

#1

Iowa Western Community College

Council Bluffs
17 Degrees in Major Awarded
5,684 Total Students

In their early career, Iowa Western Community College grads earn an average salary of $33,974. The full-time teacher rate is 100%. 89% of students get financical aid.

#2

Kirkwood Community College

Cedar Rapids
3 Degrees in Major Awarded
12,604 Total Students

84% of students are awarded financial aid at this school. This school boasts a lower than average student loan default rate of 2.00%. A typical student attending Kirkwood Community College will pay a net price of $9,422.

#3

Northeast Iowa Community College

Calmar
1 Degrees in Major Awarded
4,013 Total Students

In their early career, NICC grads earn an average salary of $36,188. 38% of the teachers are full time. 89% of students get financical aid.

Construction Careers in IA

Some of the careers construction majors go into include:

Job Title IA Job Growth IA Median Salary
Construction Trades and Extraction Worker Supervisors 14% $60,500

Below are some popular majors in the state that are similar to construction.

Major Annual Graduates in IA
Electrical & Power Installation 264
Carpentry 97
Plumbing & Water Supply 20

View all majors related to Construction

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