Hiawatha Education

Education

Education

Iowa has always ranked among the top states for quality education and test scores. With 93 colleges and universities, Iowa takes higher education very seriously. Quality schools enrich and strengthen the community and enhance your business by providing a skilled workforce. In Hiawatha, we value education and the opportunities it presents.

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Hiawatha K-12 Education
Families with children appreciate our professional daycare services, safe and high-quality elementary schools and Kennedy High School (Cedar Rapids School District), which is minutes from Hiawatha.
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Kirkwood Community College Linn County Regional Center
With a convenient Hiawatha location through the Linn County Regional Center, Kirkwood Community College offers continuing education, dual credits, summer camps for students, professional development, training, and dozens of certification programs.
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Kirkwood Workplace Learning Connection
East central Iowa’s K-12 students can connect with business professionals as they explore where they fit into the future workforce.
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Coe College
Since 1851, Coe College has provided private liberal arts education opportunities to a diverse student body. With 1,400 students on the central Cedar Rapids campus, their undergraduate programs are nationally recognized.
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Mt. Mercy University
Small, hands-on classes, meaningful faculty interaction, vibrant student life, and a commitment to leadership and compassionate service are the hallmarks of this Cedar Rapids institution. Completion of MMU’s undergraduate and graduate programs in nursing, education, business, and other fields lead to success.
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The University of Iowa
Based in Iowa City, this top-ranked public research institution educates more than 30,000 students each year. The University of Iowa’s business, writing, and medical programs are among the state’s most sought-after educational opportunities.
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Upper Iowa University
Hiawatha recently became home to Upper Iowa University-Cedar Rapids, which offers evening classes in a variety of undergraduate and graduate degree programs. The UIU programs can be blended with online, self-paced courses to fit busy lifestyles and advance careers in many fields.