Admissions FAQ

NCC started its first ever collegiate sports team – Sports Shooting – in the Spring of 2019. Our Sports Shooting team competes in the Iowa Community College Athletic Conference (ICCAC) and is a Scholastic Clay Target Program (SCTP). We compete in conference competitions in the Fall semester and Spring semester and attend the Iowa State Trap Collegiate Championships in Ackley, Iowa in April each year. NCC also competes against collegiate shooters NCAA and NAIA schools in non-conference competitions as schedules allow, as well as an e-league for Skeet and Sporting Clays.

In 2019, the NCC Sports Shooting team took 4^th place at the Collegiate Championships.

NCC is currently recruiting students for our Sports Shooting team. Head Coach Brian Lauck said, “We are interested in talking with high school students who were active in their high school sports shooting team and are interested in continuing to compete while furthering their education. There are limited scholarships available, but the participants’ ammo, targets, and range fees are paid by the College — so many of our student-athletes perceive this as almost like a scholarship.”

Coach Lauck started as Northwest Iowa Community College’s Collegiate Sports Shooting Coach in March 2019. Lauck founded Cherokee County Youth Shooting Sports in 2014 and has served as their head coach for the past 5 years. Lauck is the Youth Coordinator for Cherokee County Pheasants Forever, a Hunter Education instructor, NRA Certified Shotgun Coach, and 4H Rifle Coach. He is also an experienced gunsmith and gun fitter.

Interested in learning more about the NCC Sports Shooting team? For more information contact Coach Lauck at nccsportshooting@nwicc.edu or (712) 229-9365.

NCC also offers intramural basketball, softball, volleyball, soccer, and flag football. You also have free access to the Lifelong Learning & Recreation Center. Students taking a face-to-face class at NCC and registered for LLRC membership are eligible for free group fitness classes. 

NCC offers apartment style housing on our campus. Cherokee Hall offers one bedroom/one bathroom apartments for two residents per unit. Lyon Hall and O’Brien Hall offer two bedroom/two bathroom suites intended for four residents.

New to NCC is Osceola Hall, offering suites for four students, with each student having their own bedroom. 

All apartments are equipped with high-speed wireless Internet, kitchens, desks, beds, dressers, kitchen tables, and cable. Application for housing requires a refundable $175 deposit and a non-refundable $15 application fee. Additional housing information

Helping our students find jobs in their chosen careers is one of the things that we do best! NCC’s employment rate is 96%. Many of our highly-skilled trade programs report 100% placement.

The Admissions Team schedules visits on Monday–Friday at 8:30, 10:30 and 1:00. Visit times fill up fast, so schedule your visit today!  To arrange a visit, please call 712-324-5061 or 800-352-4907 or email Admissions.

To start, you need to complete an application for admission. You must also submit official transcripts from your high school, colleges attended, or high school equivalency results. If you are not seeking a degree at NCC you need only submit an application for admission . Please indicate on your application that you are not seeking a degree at NCC (not eligible for financial aid).

The cost of attendance varies from program to program depending on fees, tools, and book expenses. For more information:  NCC tuition and fees.

Our transfer advisors help students get information about transferring to other schools. NCC has agreements with various colleges that allow you to continue your education after you leave our campus. More information:  Transferring

We encourage undecided students to pursue the Associate of Arts degree. The AA program lets you explore a variety of subjects while completing the general education courses required for most majors and at most four year colleges. Our Admissions Team works with undecided students, and an assessment tool can assist in decision-making.  Email Admissions or call 712-324-5061, 800-352-4907 for more information.

Many of our programs fill up quickly, so we encourage you to apply as early as possible. If you are not accepted for the term that you applied for, your name is placed on the alternate list for that term. That doesn’t mean you have to wait to start school! Many programs have prerequisites or general education electives that you can take before admission into the program. Email Admissions or call 712-324-5061 or 800-352-4907 for more information.

You are never too old to start or re-start your education! For many students in your situation, the hardest thing is coming in the front door for the first time. However, NCC has a strong support system in place for you. Our Admissions staff will help you pick a major, get accepted, and receive financial aid. Email Admissions or call 712-324-5061 or 800-352-4097 for more information.

NCC has a cafeteria operated by Hy-Vee Food Stores. You can sign up for a meal plan with the Business Office.

The Lifelong Learning & Recreation Center offers students recreation, fitness, and leisure opportunities. The on-campus facility boasts an indoor walking/jogging track; a fully equipped strength room; courts for basketball, volleyball, and tennis; and state-of-the-art cardio equipment including treadmills, bikes, and ellipticals. Group fitness classes include yoga, indoor cycling, bootcamp, and more. There are also Recreation leagues and events such as volleyball, basketball, soccer, and dodgeball.

NCC students have access to the LLRC and group fitness classes through the payment of their student activity fee (included in tuition). Call (712) 324-2493 for more information.

At this time, NCC does not offer on-campus child care. You can check with Student Services for possible daycare options in Sheldon and the surrounding communities.

NCC gives out more than $100,000 in scholarships every year! To see the scholarships you might be eligible for, go to our scholarships page.

New scholarships are added regularly, so make sure you check back often.

Also check with your high school guidance counselors, churches, businesses, and possible future employers to see if private scholarships or sponsorships are available.

Sheldon has plenty to keep you busy outside of the classroom. Sheldon has a movie theater, golf course, mini-golf, parks, and a running/biking trail that circles the entire community. NCC has intramural activities, clubs, organizations, and the Lifelong Learning and Recreation Center, featuring a state-of-the-art workout facility, gymnasium, and running track. Learn more about area activities.

NCC currently offers over 50 different diplomas and degrees in health, business, transportation, electrical, manufacturing, construction, computers, and agriculture. Our Associate of Arts programs help get you started on your path to an advanced degree. Learn more about our programs. 

You will be assigned an academic advisor upon your enrollment at NCC. Your advisor will help monitor and guide your academic progress during your time at NCC. We also have TRIO Student Support Services and free tutoring in our Learning Center. To receive academic accommodations, please contact the Learning Center Director.

There are many types of federal financial aid options, including subsidized and unsubsidized Direct Loans, Pell Grants, and work study. To find out if you are eligible for aid, complete the FAFSA form. You can also get more information about NCC’s financial aid process.

NCC has a variety of jobs for our students on campus. A large portion of these jobs are available to students who qualify for federal work study. However, there is a list of both on-campus and off-campus job opportunities available on the job boards across campus and on the NCC Website.