Concurrent Enrollment is an exciting educational opportunity that will prepare students for a successful career by allowing them to take college courses while in high school. Concurrent Enrollment provides courses that meet credit and graduation requirements for high schools, as well as requirements for two- and four-year degrees. Tuition and fees for these courses are paid through an agreement between local high schools and North Iowa Area Community College.

Please see the academies and programs page for a list of available academies and programs.

All tuition and textbook costs are paid through a combination of high school, NIACC and state incentive programs. There is no cost to the student except for transportation, and in some programs, tools.

The Link Scholarship is available to high school students who have taken at least 6 NIACC credits while in high school. Click here for further info.

Concurrent Enrollment classes target average and high ability students. However, classes are for any student capable of successfully completing the applied curriculum. The applied academic format requires the ability to read and comprehend program-related technical materials and any activities related to the course. Special needs students may require the support of the high school resource teacher and NIACC Disability Services. Some at-risk students are motivated by the relevancy of the topics and, therefore, positive results are achieved.

Students and parents interested in Concurrent Enrollment programs should contact their high school guidance counselor or contact a NIACC Concurrent Enrollment coordinator.

Students can take NIACC classes at their local high school, at a NIACC regional center, online, or on the NIACC campus. Flex classes are also available which allow students to choose how they would like to attend class; in-person, via Zoom, or fully online.

Mid-term and final grades can be accessed through NIACC’s web site via  TrojanHome. – How do I log on?

You will need to fill out the application for admission and request that your official high school transcript be sent to the NIACC Admissions Office. Once your file is complete, you will receive an acceptance letter from NIACC in the mail.

Check out all the financial aid questions and answers on the NIACC Admissions FAQ page.

The knowledge and skills you learn can lead to finding a part-time job, summer job, or internship while you are in college. Concurrent Enrollment programs and academies can help you determine which career area is best suited for you and can provide an excellent foundation for your four-year degree plan. In addition, many of the Concurrent Enrollment programs and academies provide an opportunity to complete general education courses required by most colleges and universities.

Check out Transfer In Iowa or contact the school you plan on attending to confirm that NIACC credits are accepted. NIACC credits transfer to schools throughout the country.

Contact your local high school counselor or a NIACC Concurrent Enrollment Coordinator.

Changes in registration must be initiated by the student and the high school counselor. Changes become effective on the date the Schedule Change Form is received in the NIACC Registrar’s Office. If a student finds it necessary to withdraw from all courses, a withdrawal form must be processed through the Records Office. Failure to initiate the procedure will result in “F” grades.

If you choose not to attend classes, please notify your high school counselor before the first day of the semester to cancel. Failure to attend class once enrolled does not cancel enrollment.

Students enrolled in a concurrent enrollment course shall not be charged tuition under any circumstances. Local school districts may charge students for the use of textbooks. By district policy it is permissible for the school to rent a textbook, require a student to buy a book, or provide the book at no cost.

Midterm and final grade reports are available to students on TrojanHome. Grade reports are not mailed to the student or to the parent.

To request an academic transcript, NIACC requires written authorization from the student. Transcript request forms are available in the Records Office or online. Print the form, complete and mail the form to NIACC Records Office, or fax the form (641-422-4150) to the NIACC Records Office.

New students may pick up their I.D. (Identification Card) in the NIACC Student Development office.

If you have questions contact:
Marissa Mason, Career Link Administrative Assistant
Phone: 1-888-466-4222 ext 4175
Email: marissa.mason@niacc.edu