Tuition & Financial Aid
Indian Hills Community College offers one of the lowest tuition rates in Iowa.
Tuition for the 2012–2013 academic year is:
- $144 per credit hour for in-state and online students
- $216 per credit hour for out-of-state and international students
Please be advised that some courses have additional fees for labs, technology, uniforms, and related items, which will appear on your bill as part of the registration process.
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How Much Will My Education Cost?
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A resource that estimates the cost of tuition/fees for each academic program, based on current tuition rates.
Net Price Calculator
A helpful tool that estimates the cost of attending Indian Hills, based (in part) on information you provide.
Contacts: Business Office & Financial Aid Office
For information regarding tuition payment, billing, book charges, and refund procedures, please contact the Business Office — phone: (641) 683-5221 | (800) 726-2585, ext. 5221 | email:
For financial aid, policies and processes, documentation, eligibility, and scholarships, please contact the Financial Aid Office — phone: (641) 683-5262 | (800) 726-2585, ext. 5262 | email:
eRefunds (Financial Aid Difference Refunds)
Find out how to receive your financial aid difference refunds through the eRefund system.
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Financial Aid
As a student at Indian Hills Community College, you may be able to reduce your college expenses with financial assistance in the form of grants, scholarships, work-study programs, and/or loans. The Financial Aid Office at Indian Hills is here to help you find the assistance you need to further your education and accomplish your goals.
We have compiled the information necessary for you to begin the process of applying for Federal and State sources of financial aid, and to explore the Educational Tax Benefits that might apply to you.
Federal and State Financial Aid Information
Federal School Code: 008298
FAFSA Website (Free Application for Federal Student Aid)
Indian Hills Community College offers a variety of other financial aid opportunities for which you may qualify:
Satisfactory Academic Progress Policy
Indian Hills Community College (IHCC) is required to establish satisfactory academic progress (SAP) standards for students receiving federal and state financial aid in accordance with U.S. Department of Education regulations. The standards addressed in the document below are applicable to all students receiving federal, state, and institutional financial assistance administered by the IHCC Financial Aid Office.
Satisfactory Academic Progress Policy
Financial Aid Award Information and Policies
As stated in your Award Letter, this section contains information and policies regarding financial aid eligibility requirements and other information on specific awards including, federal and state grants and scholarships, work–study, and the different types of federal loans. Other important information includes the effects that withdrawing and/or failing your courses can have on your financial aid, satisfactory academic progress, Loan Counseling and Master Promissory Note requirements, changes that could affect your financial aid package, and approximate disbursements dates for each term.
- IHCC Financial Aid Checklist
- General Eligibility Requirements
- Changes That Could Affect My Financial Aid Package
- Other Important Information
- Satisfactory Academic Progress
- Withdrawing/Failing and Its Impact on Financial Aid
- Federal Pell Grant
- Federal SEOG Grant
- Iowa Vocational–Technical Grant
- Iowa Grant
- All Iowa Opportunity Scholarship
- Federal Work Study
- Institutional Code of Conduct for Education Loans
- Financial Aid, Borrowing, and My Account Balance
- Subsidized Loans
- Unsubsidized Loans
- Direct Parent PLUS Loans
- Loan Entrance Counseling/Master Promissory Note
- MAXIMUM Student and Parent PLUS Loan Amounts
- About Your Award Letter
- Summer Aid Eligibility
- Iowa Scholarships & Grants Quick Reference Guide
- eRefunds and Financial Aid Disbursements
- Gainful Employment Information
- Tutorial: How To Accept or Reject Direct Loans Online
- Video: Money Walks: Financial Literacy Information
Exit Counseling
Student loans are legal obligations that must be repaid, with interest, similar to a car loan or a home mortgage. Please review the following guides to help you understand your rights and responsibilities as a student loan borrower, and find tips and information to successfully manage your student loan repayment.
Financial Aid Forms
Below you will find financial aid forms that may be necessary for the processing of your financial aid, including Verification Worksheets, the Parent PLUS Loan Application, the Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP) Appeal Form, and the Income Clarification Form. If you need a form that is not available online, please contact the Financial Aid Office.
Academic Year 2013–2014
- Dependent Verification Worksheet
- Independent Verification Worksheet
- Income Clarification Form
- Parent PLUS Loan Application Form
- Dependency Override Appeal Request Form
- Parent Refusal Form
- Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP) Appeal Form
- Loan Adjustment Request Form
- Student Withdrawal Clearance Letter
- Consortium Agreement
- Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) Verification
- Child Support Paid Verification
- How to Request a Tax Transcript
Academic Year 2012–2013
- Dependent Verification Worksheet
- Independent Verification Worksheet
- Income Clarification Form
- Parent PLUS Loan Application Form
- Dependency Override Appeal Request Form
- Parent Refusal Form
- Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP) Appeal Form
- Loan Adjustment Request Form
- Student Withdrawal Clearance Letter
- Consortium Agreement
- How to Request a Tax Transcript
Frequently Asked Questions
For additional information, please explore our answers to a number of
Frequently Asked Questions or contact the Financial Aid Office.
Additional Policies
Contact
| Ottumwa Campus | Centerville Campus |
|---|---|
| Financial Aid Office Indian Hills Community College 623 Indian Hills Drive Ottumwa, IA 52501 |
Financial Aid Office Indian Hills Community College 721 North First Street Centerville, IA 52544 |
| Phone (641) 683-5262 (800) 726-2585, ext. 5262 |
Phone (641) 856-2143 (800) 670-3641 |
| Email: | Email: |