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Northeast Iowa Community College

Northeast Iowa Community College is a college program in Calmar, Iowa offering plumbing technology.

Plumbing programs at Northeast Iowa Community College

ProgramCredentialLengthTuition
Plumbing technologyCertificate, 1 to under 2 years–Ask the school

In-state tuition and fees at Northeast Iowa Community College run about $6,600 for a full academic year, before books and tools. Ask the school about the cost of the plumbing program itself and about financial aid.

What to expect

College plumbing programs combine classroom instruction with shop practice on pipe fitting, drain-waste-vent systems, water supply, fixtures and code. Most students finish a certificate in one to two years, and credits often count toward an associate degree. Graduates typically enter the trade as an apprentice or helper, and many programs help with job placement. Ask the admissions office about start dates, in-district tuition, financial aid and whether your hours count toward a plumbing license.

The graduation rate at Northeast Iowa Community College is 55%.

What plumbers earn in Iowa

Plumbers, pipefitters and steamfitters in Iowa earn a median $63,890 a year ($30.72 an hour). The lowest-paid 10% earn about $45,510 and the top 10% earn over $97,500. Nationally the median is $63,800. See plumber pay in every state.

Other plumbing programs near Calmar

Western Technical College

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La Crosse Area Plumbing JAC

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Southwest Wisconsin Technical College

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Rochester Plumbers and Pipefitters Local 6

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