Ready to launch your career in agriculture?

NCC is #1 in the nation for best Online Community College and #2 for Best Career Outcomes.* Look no further to start your success story than the Agriculture program from Northwest Iowa Community College.

Discover Why Students Are Obsessed With NCC

#1 in the Nation!

Northwest Iowa Community College is the best Two-Year Online Agriculture Degree Programs of 2025 in the nation!**

NCC's two-year Associate of Applied Science (AAS) degree in Agriculture is available both on campus and online, giving students flexibility while they prepare for careers in ag sales, farm management, supplies and service, and production.

NCC is dedicated to making students successful. That's why tuition at NCC is also one of the lowest in the country. Our cost per credit is a third of the cost compared to other schools, plus we don't charge any extra fees!

What Will I Learn?

NCC’s Agriculture program will prepare you to work in careers such as agriculture sales, farm management, supplies and service, and production.

The two-year Associate of Applied Science (AAS) degree in agriculture will provide you with a broad foundation—students can then target their specific area of interest through agriculture electives. This degree program is designed for you to graduate in 2 years and then go directly into the workforce. You can also choose from four Associate of Science (AS) degrees or transfer majors to start your career at NCC and transfer after two years to a qualifying college or university. With the extreme flexibility of classes to fit into busy schedules, students from all over the nation participate in the Agriculture program

NCC’s dynamic, hands-on program offering will prepare you for the career of your dreams. We are committed to giving students opportunities to gain cutting-edge knowledge and skills. NCC is ranked as #1 Online Community College in the nation and #2 in the nation for “Best Career Outcomes”*, so you'll experience success in your dream career with NCC!  

Classes start every semester...are you ready to launch your agriculture career?  

Get financial aid!

We work with you to reach your goal of attending college! ​Our Financial Aid staff administers aid programs and ​will ​create a personalized plan to meet your financial needs. We accept federal loans and grants, plus offer 100+ scholarships!

Receive a fully accredited education!

We're fully accredited by the Higher Learning Commission. This is a commission of the North Central Association of Colleges & Schools and the Iowa Department of Education​,​ in addition to specialized accreditation for specific academic programs.

Launch your career as soon as you graduate!

With the two-year Associate of Applied Science (AAS) program, graduates can start their careers in areas related to Agriculture Sales, Farm Management, Agriculture Suppliers, Agriculture Service, and Agriculture Production. You can seek employment in numerous careers which include ag sales, farm management, supplies and service, and product.

Save money with transfer programs!

Choose from four Associate of Science (AS) degrees or transfer majors—save money during your first two years of college at NCC and then transfer to a college or university of your choice!

Pick from Ag Business, Ag Education, Agronomy, and Animal Science programs.

Take classes that fit your schedule!

On campus or online, day or night, part time or full time — you choose what works for you. NCC's Agriculture program is built around your schedule, not the other way around. Wherever you are and however you learn best, there's a path that fits.

Take courses that prepare you for real life!

You'll take classes to equip you for your future job. Class topics include Animal Health, Farm Business Management, Introduction to GPS, Fundamentals of Soil Science, Principles of Agronomy, and more.

Ready to launch your agriculture career, earn a great income, and engage in exciting courses all while participating in a program customized to your unique needs?

What our students are saying about NCC

"I love online learning. I was working full-time last year and I found that it was very easy to work and then come home and do my studies whenever I was free. I like the freedom and the independence."

McKenzie Peta Online student Battle Creek, IA

Micah Bakker

“I grew up on a farm and appreciated I could take online classes to complete my degree and continue working at the same time. Receiving the Presidential Scholarship was also a huge benefit!”

Micah Bakker

Alvord, IA

Ready to join these successful students and launch your agriculture career? Classes start soon, don't wait!