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1,762 students earned Practical Nursing degrees in Iowa in the 2020-2021 year.

In this state, Nursing & Nursing Assistants is the 1st most popular major out of a total 36 majors commonly available.

Education Levels of Nursing & Nursing Assistants Majors in Iowa

Practical Nursing majors in the state tend to have the following degree levels:

Education Level Number of Grads
Award Taking Less Than 1 Year 990
Award Taking 12 Weeks to 1 Year 990
Award Taking Less 12 Weeks 990
Award Taking 1 to 2 Years 772
Award Taking 2 to 4 Years 772

Gender Distribution

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

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Racial Distribution

The racial distribution of practical nursing majors in Iowa is as follows:

  • Asian: 2.9%
  • Black or African American: 5.8%
  • Hispanic or Latino: 11.2%
  • White: 64.2%
  • Non-Resident Alien: 2.3%
  • Other Races: 13.5%
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Jobs for Nursing & Nursing Assistants Grads in Iowa

In this state, there are 26,830 people employed in jobs related to a practical nursing degree, compared to 2,152,650 nationwide.

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Wages for Nursing & Nursing Assistants Jobs in Iowa

In this state, practical nursing grads earn an average of $29,120. Nationwide, they make an average of $29,580.

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There are 10 colleges in Iowa that offer practical nursing degrees. Learn about the most popular 10 below:

418 Degrees in Major Awarded
5,360 Total Students

This school boasts a lower than average student loan default rate of 7.60%. Grads earn an average early-career salary of $31,342 after earning their degree at this institution. The full-time teacher rate is 32%.

338 Degrees in Major Awarded
23,051 Total Students

20 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio. In their early career, DMACC grads earn an average salary of $31,906. This public college charges it's students an average net price of $9,557.

180 Degrees in Major Awarded
4,704 Total Students

94% of students are awarded financial aid at this school. Of all the teachers who work at the school, 100% are considered full time. Roughly six years after entering college, graduates of this school earn $32,467 a year.

172 Degrees in Major Awarded
5,791 Total Students

Of all the teachers who work at the school, 100% are considered full time. The student loan default rate of 8.90% is a good sign that graduates can afford their loan payments. 18 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio.

158 Degrees in Major Awarded
2,260 Total Students

In their early career, Southeastern Community College grads earn an average salary of $29,333. Seeking financial aid? At this school, 85% of students receive it. This public school has an average net price of $7,005.

132 Degrees in Major Awarded
2,681 Total Students

In their early career, North Iowa Area Community College grads earn an average salary of $32,368. Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 22 to 1. Students who attend this public school pay an average net price of $8,480.

94 Degrees in Major Awarded
12,277 Total Students

The full-time teacher rate is 99%. In their early career, Kirkwood Community College grads earn an average salary of $32,553. Of all the students who attend this school, 82% get financial aid.

92 Degrees in Major Awarded
4,162 Total Students

The student loan default rate is 8.70% which is lower than average. Grads earn an average early-career salary of $32,790 after earning their degree at this institution. Students who attend this public school pay an average net price of $8,097.

48 Degrees in Major Awarded
1,503 Total Students

This public college charges it's students an average net price of $10,164. Graduates earn an average $30,779 after graduation. 94% of students are awarded financial aid at this school.

46 Degrees in Major Awarded
1,666 Total Students

Students who attend this public school pay an average net price of $10,831. 89% of students are awarded financial aid at this school. The student loan default rate is 2.80% which is lower than average.

Nursing & Nursing Assistants Careers in IA

Some of the careers practical nursing majors go into include:

Job Title IA Job Growth IA Median Salary
Nursing Assistants 9% $28,520
Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses 8% $43,040

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

Major Annual Graduates in IA
Allied Health Professions 840
Allied Health Services 477
Health/Medical Admin Services 358
Dental Support Services 296
Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science 137
Bodywork & Therapeutic Services 102
Health Sciences & Services 54
Mental & Social Health Services 1

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