ACADEMICS & AREAS OF STUDY AT iOWA lAKES
Academics & Areas of Study at Iowa Lakes - Want to earn a degree, certificate, or college credits and jumpstart your career? Iowa Lakes Community College is the place for you! With over 70 nationally recognized degrees, certifications, and pre-professional programs, we provide the opportunities you need to achieve your goals. Whether you're preparing for your dream career, planning to transfer to a four-year university, or building in-demand skills, you'll find your fit here.
At Iowa Lakes, we pride ourselves on offering hands-on learning, small class sizes, and exceptional support from experienced faculty. From healthcare to aviation, business to STEM, and everything in between, our programs are designed to prepare you for success in today’s workforce.
Find your IT at Iowa Lakes and get started on your future today.
Accounting Specialist Degree
Your Future in Accounting Starts Here Find your Perfect Fit in the World of Numbers and Data…
Credit Hours: 62
Location: Algona, Emmetsburg, Estherville, Spencer, Spirit Lake & Online
Accounting Diploma
Fast-Track Your Career with an Accounting Diploma If you’re ready to dive into the workforce quickly, the…
Credit Hours: 32
Location: Any, Online
Certified Professional Bookkeeper Program
Earn Your Certification and Excel in Your Career Prepare for success in the financial world with the…
Credit Hours: 26
Location: Any Campus
Agribusiness Technology
Hands-On Training Meets Advanced Technology As technology evolves, so does the demand for specialized training to excel…
Credit Hours: 68
Location: Emmetsburg
Agriculture Production Technology
Hands-On Training for a Future in Agriculture As technology advances, specialized training is more critical than ever…
Credit Hours: 68
Location: Emmetsburg
Agronomy Transfer Major
Grow the Future of Sustainable Agriculture Interested in soil science, crop production, and sustainable farming? The Agronomy…
Credit Hours: 64
Location: All Campuses & Online
Agriculture Business Transfer Major
Lead the Business of Modern Agriculture Are you passionate about farm management, ag sales, or shaping the…
Credit Hours: 64
Location: All Campuses & Online
Agricultural Management Diploma
Build Your Future in Farm Management Prepare for a rewarding career in farm and agribusiness management with…
Credit Hours: 29
Location: Emmetsburg
Agricultural Studies Diploma
Gain Hands-On Experience in Agriculture Take the first step toward a successful career in agriculture and agribusiness…
Credit Hours: 34
Location: Emmetsburg
Animal Science Transfer Major
Turn Your Passion for Animals into a Career Do you want to work with animals or enter…
Credit Hours: 64
Location: All Campuses & Online
Ag Education Transfer Major
Inspire the Next Generation of Agricultural Leaders Are you passionate about agriculture, education, and shaping the future…
Credit Hours: 64
Location: Emmetsburg
Associate Degree Nursing
Hands-On Training for a Rewarding Career in Nursing Earn your Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) from Iowa…
Credit Hours: 76
Location: Emmetsburg
Associate in Arts
Your Pathway to a Bachelors Degree Starts Here! Ready to launch your dreams? Start by earning your…
Credit Hours: 64
Location: All Campuses
Associate in Science
Your Launch Pad to a Future in Science & Technology Ready to launch your dreams? The Associate…
Credit Hours: 64
Location: All Campuses
Automotive Technology AAS Degree
Drive Your Future Forward with an Automotive Technology AAS Degree Looking for a high-demand career with hands-on…
Credit Hours: 69
Location: Emmetsburg
Automotive Maintenance Diploma
Accelerate Your Career with an Automotive Maintenance Diploma Are you looking to jumpstart your career in automotive…
Credit Hours: 37
Location: Emmetsburg
Aviation & Airport Management
Take Off with an Aviation & Airport Management AAS Degree Ready to turn your passion for flying…
Credit Hours: 60
Location: New Students Fall 2026 - Spencer Campus New Students Fall 2027 - Estherville Campus
Biology Transfer Major
A Strong Foundation for a Future in Biology Whether drawn to forensic science, conservation, healthcare, pharmaceuticals, teaching,…
Credit Hours: 64
Location: Estherville
Boat & Watercraft Technician
Set Sail with a High Demand Career as a Marine Service Technician Turn your passion for the…
Credit Hours: 64
Location: Emmetsburg
Marine Service Technology Diploma
Launch Your Career with a Marine Service Technology Diploma Looking for a fast-track path into the boating…
Credit Hours: 40
Location: Emmetsburg
Business Administration & Management
Take the Lead with Confidence – Your Future in Business Starts Here Are you ready to take…
Credit Hours: 70
Location: All Campuses
Business Transfer Major
Build Your Future in Business Business is an ever-changing, always-growing industry that needs professionals like you. The…
Credit Hours: 64
Location: ALL campuses
Chemistry Transfer Major
Begin Your Future with a Chemistry Transfer Degree Discover how chemistry shapes the world around you and…
Credit Hours: 64
Location: Estherville
Child Development: Infant & Toddler Certificate
Start Your Path in Early Childhood Education Are you interested in working with infants and toddlers in…
Credit Hours: 16
Location: Estherville
Child Development: Preschool Certificate
Start Your Path in Early Childhood Education Do you want to work with preschool-age children in a…
Credit Hours: 16
Location: Estherville
Computer Programming
Learn a valuable skill-set you can take anywhere in our Computer Programming program. In addition to mastering…
Credit Hours: 69
Location: Estherville
Communication Transfer Major
Master the Art of Communication Are you drawn to storytelling, media, or public speaking? If so, the…
Credit Hours: 64
Location: All Campuses & Online
Construction Technology Management
Build Your Future with a Construction Technology, AAS Degree Ready to turn blueprints into reality? The Construction…
Credit Hours: 67
Location: Emmetsburg
Construction Technology Diploma
Building a Strong Foundation with a Construction Technology Diploma Are you looking to start a hands-on, high-demand…
Credit Hours: 37
Location: Emmetsburg
Construction Management Diploma
Build Your Future in Leadership with a Construction Management Diploma Are you looking to take your construction…
Credit Hours: 30
Location: Emmetsburg
Cosmetology AAS Degree
Transform Your Passion into a Career with a Cosmetology AAS Degree Are you ready to turn your…
Credit Hours: 62
Location: Emmetsburg
Criminal Justice Transfer Major
Your Pathway to a Criminal Justice Career Dive into the stimulating world of criminal justice—a field that…
Credit Hours: 64
Location: Estherville
Criminal Justice AAS Degree
Launch Your Career in Law Enforcement with a Criminal Justice AAS Degree Are you ready for a…
Credit Hours: 60
Location: Estherville
Culinary & Hospitality Management
Elevate Your Career with a Culinary & Hospitality Management AAS Degree Turn your passion for food and…
Credit Hours: 62
Location: Emmetsburg
Culinary Arts
Ignite Your Culinary Career with a Culinary Arts Diploma Are you passionate about cooking and eager to…
Credit Hours: 34
Location: Emmetsburg
Hospitality Management Diploma
Elevate Your Career with a Hospitality Management Diploma Are you passionate about delivering exceptional guest experiences and…
Credit Hours: 34
Location: Emmetsburg
Digital, Social & Broadcast Productions
Turn Creativity Into a Career in Media At Iowa Lakes Community College, the Digital, Social, and Broadcast…
Credit Hours: 68
Location: Estherville
Early Childhood Education
Shape Young Minds with an Early Childhood Education AAS Degree The first eight years of a child’s…
Credit Hours: 66
Location: Estherville
Early Childhood Teacher Licensure Transfer Major
Shape Young Minds and Build Your Future in Education Are you passionate about guiding young children through…
Credit Hours: 64
Location: Estherville & Online
Early Childhood Education
Build a Strong Foundation with an Early Childhood Education Diploma The Early Childhood Education Diploma at Iowa…
Credit Hours: 33
Location: Estherville
Electrical Technology AAS Degree
Power Your Future with an Electrical Technology AAS Degree As the electricity demand grows, so does the need…
Credit Hours: 76
Location: Estherville
Electrical Maintenance Technician
Jumpstart Your Career with an Electrical Maintenance Technician Diploma Looking for a fast-track path to a high-demand…
Credit Hours: 42
Location: Estherville
Elementary Education Transfer Major
Inspire the Next Generation as an Elementary Teacher Teaching is about making an impact—changing lives, uplifting and…
Credit Hours: 64
Location: Estherville & Online
ENGLISH TRANSFER MAJOR
Shape the World with Words Do you love writing, reading, and sharing stories? The English Transfer Major…
Credit Hours: 64
Location: All Campuses & Online
Environmental Studies
Protect Natural Resources with an Environmental Studies AAS Degree With growing concerns over habitat loss, climate change,…
Credit Hours: 62
Location: Estherville
Exercise Science & Kinesiology Transfer Major
Turn Your Passion for Human Movement into a Career Are you fascinated by the science of human…
Credit Hours: 64
Location: Estherville
Farm Equipment & Diesel Technology
Power Your Future with a Farm Equipment & Diesel Technology AAS Degree Get hands-on training in one…
Credit Hours: 72
Location: Emmetsburg
Fine Arts Transfer Major
Color Your Future with the Fine Arts Transfer Major Degree Turn your creativity into a career with…
Credit Hours: 64
Location: Estherville
Graphic Design
Build Your Creative Future with Graphic Design Kickstart your professional portfolio and unleash your creativity with the…
Credit Hours: 63
Location: Estherville
Graphic Design Specialist
Your First Step into the Creative World of Graphic Design Get the skills you need to start…
Credit Hours: 16
Location: Estherville
Heating, Ventilation, & Air Conditioning Technology
Elevate Your Career with an HVAC Technology AAS Degree As the demand for energy-efficient and sustainable climate…
Credit Hours: 68
Location: Estherville
HVAC Technician Diploma
Fast-Track Your Career with an HVAC Technician Diploma As the demand for energy-efficient and sustainable climate control…
Credit Hours: 34
Location: Estherville
History Transfer Major
Explore the Past, Shape the Future Dive into the rich tapestry of human history and gain a…
Credit Hours: 64
Location: All Campuses & Online
Human & Family Services Transfer Major
Make a Difference with a Career in Human Services Are you passionate about helping others and making…
Credit Hours: 64
Location: Estherville
Massage Therapy
Master the Art of Healing Through Massage Massage therapy is more than relaxation—it’s an essential part of…
Credit Hours: 32
Location: Spencer
Mathematics Transfer Major
A Degree that Adds Up to Success Turn your passion for numbers into a rewarding career you…
Credit Hours: 64
Location: Estherville
Paralegal & Legal Studies
Advance Your Career with a Paralegal & Legal Studies AAS Degree Looking for a flexible, high-demand career…
Credit Hours: 70
Location: 100% Online
Parts Sales & Inventory
Take Control of Your Future in Parts Sales & Inventory Control Step into the fast-paced parts sales…
Credit Hours: 17
Location: Emmetsburg
Physics Transfer Major
Launch Your Future in Physics Whether you aspire to analyze data, educate future generations, conduct groundbreaking research,…
Credit Hours: 64
Location: Estherville
POLITICAL SCIENCE TRANSFER MAJOR
Shape Policies and Lead Change Are you passionate about law, government, or public policy? The Political Science…
Credit Hours: 64
Location: All Campuses & Online
Powersports & Power Equipment Technology
Fuel Your Passion with a Powersports & Power Equipment AAS Degree Turn your love for powersports and…
Credit Hours: 76
Location: Emmetsburg
Powersports & Power Equipment Technician
Kickstart Your Career with a Powersports & Power Equipment Technician Diploma Turn your passion for motorcycles, ATVs,…
Credit Hours: 40
Location: Emmetsburg
Practical Nursing Diploma
Hands-On Training for a Rewarding Career as a Practical Nurse The ACEN-Accredited Practical Nursing (PN) Diploma program…
Credit Hours: 46
Location: Emmetsburg
Psychology Transfer Major
Explore the Human Mind and Build a Meaningful Career The human mind is fascinating, and if you…
Credit Hours: 64
Location: ALL Campuses
Sales & Marketing Management
Unlock Your Potential in Sales & Marketing Are you aiming for a career with high-income potential and…
Credit Hours: 65
Location: Emmetsburg
Sales & Marketing Management
Jumpstart Your Career in Sales & Marketing Looking for a fast track to a rewarding career in…
Credit Hours: 34
Location: Emmetsburg
Secondary Education Transfer Major
Shape the Future as a Secondary Educator Inspire young minds and make a lasting impact as a…
Credit Hours: 64
Location: All Campuses & Online
SOCIAL WORK TRANSFER MAJOR
Empower Individuals, Families, and Communities Do you want to help people and make a real difference in…
Credit Hours: 64
Location: All Campuses & Online
Sociology Transfer Major
Explore Society and Build a Meaningful Career The study of sociology offers profound insights into cultural dynamics,…
Credit Hours: 64
Location: ALL Campuses
Surgical Technology
Hands-On Surgical Training for a High-Demand Healthcare Career Gain the skills needed to make a real impact…
Credit Hours: 63
Location: Spencer
Veterinary Technician
Turn Your Passion for Animal Care into a Career At Iowa Lakes, our Veterinary Technician AAS degree…
Credit Hours: 77
Location: Emmetsburg
Welding Technology Diploma
Ignite Your Career with a Welding Technology Diploma Take your skills to the next level with a…
Credit Hours: 35
Location: Emmetsburg
Welding Technology Certificate
Start Your Career Fast with a Welding Technology Certificate Looking for a quick and effective way to…
Credit Hours: 21
Location: Emmetsburg
Wind Energy & Turbine Technology
Are you looking for a high-tech, high-demand career in renewable energy? As the world shifts toward sustainable…
Credit Hours: 66
Location: Estherville
Wind Energy & Turbine Technology Technician
Fast-Track Your Career in Wind Energy with the Wind Energy & Turbine Technician Diploma Looking for a…
Credit Hours: 37
Location: Estherville