Admissions

Applying to the College

North Iowa Area Community College is an "open door" public two-year college. Generally, you will not encounter any problems in being admitted, but you must complete certain admissions steps. (Please note that admission to the College does not ensure admission to all programs offered.)

All application materials are to be submitted to the Admissions Office, North Iowa Area Community College, 500 College Drive, Mason City, Iowa 50401. You may also fill out an online application.*

1. Carefully complete the NIACC Application for Admission. Note that your social security number and intended major or program are required on the application. Once you are accepted, you will receive a student identification number.

2. Submit your high school transcript or GED scores. (If you do not have your high school diploma or equivalent, contact the College to find out how we can help you earn one.) Upon graduation you should submit a final transcript. A student will be allowed to take courses for one semester while obtaining the GED. The student will not be eligible for financial aid during the semester he/she is completing the GED.

3. An assessment of your skills and abilities is required as part of the registration process. You may either submit your American College Test (ACT) scores or complete the Compass assessment at NIACC. Compass Assessment is also provided in Hampton, Charles City, Lake Mills, Osage and Garner on a regular basis.

4. If you have earned credits at another college, have your transcript(s) forwarded to NIACC.

Note: Students applying for the Associate Degree Nursing, Practical Nursing, LPN to ADN, Physical Therapist Assistant, Information Systems Technology, or E-Commerce, Webdesign and Development programs need to review the college catalog for specific program requirements.

When your admissions folder is complete,
the College will send you an official letter of acceptance.

High school students may enroll in both high school and college classes provided their high school has knowledge of this concurrent enrollment. Whether these college courses receive high school credit is entirely at the discretion of the high school administration. Postsecondary Enrollment Options (PSEO) classes are another option for top high school juniors and seniors (ask your high school counselor for more information).

Fill out an application, ONLINE!

Print an application to mail or deliver. [pdf file]

Go to NIACC Prospective Students

North Iowa Area Community College, 500 College Drive, Mason City, IA 50401
641-423-1264 or 1-888-GO NIACC
www.niacc.edu