Practical Nursing (Diploma)

Diploma

There’s never been a better time to enroll in our state-approved nursing program at Indian Hills Community College. Nursing is a respected profession with many high-paying and exciting job opportunities. A nursing degree gives you that special opportunity to help others while advancing your career. Nurses are on the front line of healthcare for a reason: Your knowledge, skill, and expertise save lives, while your compassion and a comforting smile can be truly Life. Changing.

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Location: Ottumwa Main Campus

Total Cost: $17,069

Entry Term: Fall

Length: 4 Terms or 12 Months

"This program is an earned degree not a given degree. Be ready to have long nights of studying throughout the road but remember it will be all worth it in the end."
Haley Hoch, Melcher-Dallas, IA

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Frequently Asked Questions

In-state tuition: $203 per credit hour
Out-of-state tuition: $255 per credit hour
Your total bill will be based on the number of credit hours for which you are enrolled. Some programs of study will require you to purchase a uniform, books, tools, or other items, and it is important to budget for these costs as well.
For more information on the Cost of Attendance, please visit our Financial Aid page.

Yes, we have five residence halls including apartment-style and traditional style dorms.

Indian Hills has articulation agreements and transfer plans with many four-year colleges and universities. However, not all credits are guaranteed to transfer because of differences in programs and requirements among various institutions. An Academic Advisor will also assist you in your future academic plans.

The first step in order to receive financial aid is to complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). Complete and submit the FAFSA online. It is important to file the FAFSA as soon after October 1st as possible to ensure you receive priority processing.

Our school code is 008298.

Most degrees at Indian Hills can be completed in approximately 2 years depending on program and individual circumstances such as transfer credits and time away from school.

View detailed program requirements in our catalog.

"I was able to complete one year of college at Indian Hills while still attending high school. After graduating, I only had to complete one additional year of credits at Indian Hills. Taking concurrent enrollment credit saved me so much money. Also, staying close to home and completing my degree provided me with the freedom of going to college, but also the structure I needed to learn how to transition to a larger institution.