Colleges Near Rock Rapids

Colleges and universities near me in the Rock Rapids, Iowa area

There are 28 colleges within 100 miles of Rock Rapids enrolling a total of 65,457 students. These are the closest colleges.

Located in Iowa with a population of 2,549, the closest colleges are ranked below by distance from Rock Rapids. The nearest college is Northwest Iowa Community College in Sheldon at a distance of 22 miles from Rock Rapids. Driving time to these schools from Rock Rapids should be less than 2 hours. The top rated college in the area is Augustana University in Sioux Falls, South Dakota which is ranked #327 in the nation by CollegeSimply. The largest college in the area is South Dakota State University enrolling 11,327 students. In terms of affordability, Kairos University in Sioux Falls offers the lowest tuition for colleges in the area at $3,600 per year.

This directory is inclusive of nearby two and four year schools, both public and private. If you are looking for more affordable higher education options or not ready for a full four-year program, consider local community colleges near Rock Rapids.
Rock Rapids, IA within 100 miles Public Private For-Profit 4 year 2 year

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South Dakota State University
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Brookings, SD

South Dakota State University

Public 4 Year

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#3 Best Public Universities in South Dakota

  • 11,327enrollment
  • $18,160net price
  • 86%acceptance rate
  • 1020-1245SAT range
  • 19-25ACT range
  • 3.53Avg GPA

69 miles from Rock Rapids

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Institute of Lutheran Theology
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Brookings, South Dakota
 

Institute of Lutheran Theology

Private 4 Year

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  • 0enrollment
  • -net price
  • 100%acceptance rate
  • -SAT range
  • -ACT range
  • NAAvg GPA

68 miles from Rock Rapids

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Buena Vista University
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Storm Lake, IA

Buena Vista University

Private 4 Year

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#12 Best Private Colleges in Iowa

  • 1,973enrollment
  • $19,204net price
  • 77%acceptance rate
  • 930-1130SAT range
  • 20-24ACT range
  • 3.49Avg GPA

73 miles from Rock Rapids

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Southwest Minnesota State University
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Marshall, MN
 

Southwest Minnesota State University

Public 4 Year

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#9 Best Public Universities in Minnesota

  • 6,930enrollment
  • $15,004net price
  • 92%acceptance rate
  • 935-1102SAT range
  • 17-23ACT range
  • 3.21Estimated Avg GPA

Applications Due Aug 18

74 miles from Rock Rapids

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Mount Marty College
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Yankton, SD
 

Mount Marty College

Private 4 Year

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#2 Best Private Colleges in South Dakota

  • 1,252enrollment
  • $21,476net price
  • 68%acceptance rate
  • 810-1050SAT range
  • 19-24ACT range
  • 3.35Avg GPA

73 miles from Rock Rapids

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Little Priest Tribal College
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Winnebago, NE
 

Little Priest Tribal College

Private 2 Year

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  • 208enrollment
  • $9,194net price
  • 100%acceptance rate
  • -SAT range
  • -ACT range
  • NAAvg GPA

84 miles from Rock Rapids

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Wayne State College
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Wayne, NE
 

Wayne State College

Public 4 Year

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  • 4,773enrollment
  • $14,271net price
  • 100%acceptance rate
  • -SAT range
  • -ACT range
  • 3.36Avg GPA

92 miles from Rock Rapids

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Nebraska Indian Community College
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Macy, NE
 

Nebraska Indian Community College

Public 2 Year

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  • 474enrollment
  • $21,833net price
  • 100%acceptance rate
  • -SAT range
  • -ACT range
  • NAAvg GPA

94 miles from Rock Rapids

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Mitchell Technical Institute
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Mitchell, SD
 

Mitchell Technical Institute

Public 2 Year

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  • 1,203enrollment
  • $12,101net price
  • 100%acceptance rate
  • -SAT range
  • -ACT range
  • 3.09Avg GPA

93 miles from Rock Rapids

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Dakota Wesleyan University
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Mitchell, SD
 

Dakota Wesleyan University

Private 4 Year

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  • 887enrollment
  • $19,825net price
  • 75%acceptance rate
  • 950-1420SAT range
  • 18-24ACT range
  • 3.36Avg GPA

Applications Due Aug 27

95 miles from Rock Rapids

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FAQ's

The closest community college is Northwest Iowa Community College and is 22 miles from Rock Rapids. Explore the complete list of nearby community college options.

Tuition and fees at Northwest Iowa Community College are $6,870 for local residents for one academic year. Explore full costs to attend.

Northwest Iowa Community College has an open admission policy. Open admission colleges typically have few admission thresholds and will admit all applicants so long as certain minimum requirements are met.