The Higher Education Division of the Iowa Department of Education has a variety of diverse programs that enhance Iowa’s educational system. In addition to working with Iowa's 15 public community colleges on state accreditation and program approval as well as data and financial reporting, the division provides guidance and information in the areas of:
Career and Technical Education
Community Colleges
Geer Fund for Higher Education
High School Equivalency Diploma (HSED)
Iowa Skilled Workforce and Job Creation Fund
OWI Education
Publications
Sector Partnerships
Senior Year Plus
Veterans and Military Education