Ensuring Excellence Through Accreditation and Research
Hawkeye Community College is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission (HLC), a regional accreditation agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education, and is also accredited by the Iowa Department of Education.
These accreditations ensure that our programs and operations meet rigorous standards of quality, providing students with a trusted education that supports their goals. The HLC and Iowa Department of Education accreditations highlight our commitment to continuous improvement, academic excellence, and compliance with state and national standards.
The Higher Learning Commission
The Higher Learning Commission (HLC) conducts thorough accreditation reviews every 10 years. Hawkeye Community College successfully completed its most recent review during the 2016–2017 academic year, earning reaffirmation of accreditation through 2026–2027. The next comprehensive review is scheduled for October 2026.
The Higher Learning Commission
230 South LaSalle Street, Suite 7-500
Chicago, IL 60604
800-621-7440 or 312-263-0456
Iowa Department of Education
Hawkeye Community College is accredited by the Iowa Department of Education, having successfully completed its 10-year comprehensive evaluation in 2020 and interim evaluation in 2025. For more information, visit Iowa Community College State Accreditation.
Iowa Department of Education
Grimes State Office Building
400 E. 14th and Grand
Des Moines, IA 50319-0146