Transfer Planning & Getting Started at Iowa Lakes

SEamless transfer, Successful Future

Planning to continue your education after Iowa Lakes Community College? Our transfer planning services are designed to help you make a smooth transition to a four-year college or university. With expert advising, transfer agreements, and seamless credit transfers, we ensure you are prepared for the next step in your academic journey.

Why Start at Iowa Lakes?

Affordable Education – Complete general education and prerequisite courses at a lower cost before transferring.
Small Class Sizes – Benefit from personalized instruction and strong faculty support.
Seamless Transfer Agreements – Iowa Lakes partners with many four-year colleges and universities, making it easier to transfer your credits.
Dedicated Advisors – Our academic advisors guide you through course selection, transfer planning, and application processes.

Getting Started with transfer planning

1.
Apply to Iowa Lakes
Fill out your application by clicking this link.
2.
Visit
Visit Campus or Explore our Virtual Tour
3.
Meet with a Transfer Planning Advisor
Meeting with our advisors will help you establish an educational pathway at Iowa Lakes to ensure a successful transfer to the four-year college or university of your choice.
Schedule an Appointment today!
4.
Connect with your Transfer College
It is important to start communicating with your transfer college early! Let them know your plans and work with them to determine what requirements are needed for a successful transfer upon completing at Iowa Lakes.
5.
Transcripts & Test Scores
Tell us a little more about you! Submit your high school and/or college transcripts to our Records & Registration Office.
Submit Transcripts & Test Scores
Do you need more information or need to learn more about placement and assessment testing? Simply visit our placement testing page below and check this off your list today!
Information about Placement Testing
6.
Apply for Financial Aid and Scholarships
Your education is more affordable than you think.
Complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) and use Iowa Lakes code: 001864.
Interested in some free money?
Iowa Lakes Community College helps keep your education within reach with many scholarship opportunities.
Apply for Scholarships at Iowa Lakes
7.
Orientation and Registration
You’re officially a Laker! Now it's time to register for Orientation & Registration Day. Orientation and Registration day provides you with one more opportunity to connect with faculty, to learn more about resources and opportunities available at Iowa Lakes and to register for classes. We are so excited to join you on this journey!
Sign-up for Orientation & Registration Day