Electrician Schools in Ottumwa, IA

Updated February 20, 2026 Table of Contents

Compare electrician programs in Ottumwa, Iowa. This guide helps you compare options in your area and understand common questions to ask schools. Program availability, admissions requirements, costs, and outcomes vary by school, contact schools directly to confirm details.

Electrician Schools Near Ottumwa, IA

#1

Indian Hills Community College

Ottumwa, IA 2.2 miles away BOC Score 56.1
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 59
  • Annual completions: 583
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#2

William Penn University

Oskaloosa, IA 23.3 miles away BOC Score 33.6
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  • Programs offered: 10
  • Annual completions: 34
  • Online programs available

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#3

Southeastern Community College

West Burlington, IA 66.6 miles away BOC Score 50.1
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  • In-state tuition: $6,420
  • Out-of-state tuition: $6,570
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  • Graduation rate: 43%
  • Programs offered: 34
  • Annual completions: 1,015
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#4

Marshalltown Community College

Marshalltown, IA 72.5 miles away BOC Score 59.9
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  • Programs offered: 27
  • Annual completions: 392
  • Online programs available

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#5

Kirkwood Community College

Cedar Rapids, IA 73.5 miles away BOC Score 56.3
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  • Programs offered: 71
  • Annual completions: 1,775
  • Online programs available

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#6

Des Moines Area Community College

Ankeny, IA 78 miles away BOC Score 50.0
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  • Programs offered: 79
  • Annual completions: 6,334
  • Online programs available

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#7

John Wood Community College

Quincy, IL 95.3 miles away BOC Score 61.9
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  • In-state tuition: $5,700
  • Out-of-state tuition: $9,300
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  • Graduation rate: 48%
  • Programs offered: 46
  • Annual completions: 387
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#8

Hawkeye Community College

Waterloo, IA 97.2 miles away BOC Score 54.6
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  • Programs offered: 42
  • Annual completions: 779
  • Online programs available

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Iowa Electrician Salary Snapshot

Iowa
Iowa Median Pay $60,860 $29.26 per hour
U.S. Median Pay $63,190 $30.38 per hour
Data Year: 2025 SOC: 47-2111 Source: BLS OEWS

What to Compare (Quick Checklist)

  • NEC code curriculum and code-cycle year covered
  • Apprenticeship connections (4-5 year, 8,000+ hour pathway)
  • State journeyman and master electrician licensing steps
  • Hands-on lab hours (residential, commercial, industrial wiring)
  • OSHA safety certification (OSHA-10 or OSHA-30) included

Next Steps

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Career Overview

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