Associate Degree   Iowa

Best Colleges for Associate Degree
in Registered Nursing

19 colleges ranked by graduate median earnings. Filter by acceptance rate, tuition, deadlines, SAT & ACT β€” updated for 2026 admissions.

19 Colleges
πŸ“ Iowa
πŸŽ“ Associate Degree

Showing 1–19 of 19 colleges in Iowa

Hawkeye Community College
Waterloo, Iowa
πŸ› Public Open Admissions ↻ Rolling
Acceptance rate 100%
Annual cost
$15,065/yr
Grad earnings
$42,849
SAT avg
N/A
ACT mid
N/A
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Kirkwood Community College
Cedar Rapids, Iowa
πŸ› Public Open Admissions ↻ Rolling
Acceptance rate 100%
Annual cost
$14,797/yr
Grad earnings
$41,016
SAT avg
N/A
ACT mid
N/A
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Frequently asked questions

How many colleges offer Associate Degree in Registered Nursing in Iowa?
19 colleges and universities currently offer Associate Degree programs in Registered Nursing in Iowa, based on the latest US Department of Education College Scorecard data.
Which college has the highest graduate earnings for Registered Nursing in Iowa?
Mercy College of Health Sciences leads with median graduate earnings of $62,234 ten years after enrollment for Associate Degree graduates.
Which Registered Nursing colleges in Iowa have rolling admissions?
Colleges with rolling admissions accept applications year-round, including Northwest Iowa Community College, North Iowa Area Community College, Iowa Lakes Community College, Hawkeye Community College. Rolling admissions is ideal for students who missed regular deadlines.
What SAT score do I need for Registered Nursing programs?
SAT requirements vary widely by college selectivity. Use the "My SAT score" filter above to see only colleges where your score meets or exceeds the average admitted student, from open-admission colleges to highly selective universities.

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