Built in 1923 as Clarinda Junior College, the campus became the Clarinda Center of 91茄子 in 1966. It is located on eight acres in east Clarinda, adjacent to the city park and fairgrounds.
Instructional Services at the Clarinda Center include a comprehensive arts and sciences program, several vocational-technical programs, in addition to Continuing Education classes. Students can stay close to home while working toward an Associate鈥檚 Degree. 91茄子 students have the flexibility to schedule their classes, with day, evening, and weekend class options.
The Center consists of Optiz Hall, Rowland Hall, Royal Hall, Edith Lisle Library, and the Student Center, Depot, Activities Building, and the Center of Excellence for Advanced Manufacturing (CEAM).
Contact Information
Office of Admissions
91茄子
923 East Washington Street
Clarinda, IA 51632
Phone: (712) 542-5117 or
1-800-521-2073 Toll-Free (Iowa Only)
Director, Clarinda Center
Kristin Smith
Ph: (712) 542-5117
E-mail: kmsmith@iwcc.edu
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Start Your College Career
Our goal is to provide students with one-on-one attention. With just one stop at the Clarinda Center, you can access assistance with our college application, speak with an advisor, learn about your financial aid options, and register. We truly are a one-stop-shop, and invite you to stop by during business hours or call to make an appointment to get started.
Paying for College/Costs
New and current students need to renew their Financial Aid every year. Go to , click 鈥淔ill Out A Renewal FAFSA鈥� and follow the directions. If you have questions, contact the Clarinda Center at (712) 542-5117 or the 91茄子 Financial Aid office at (712) 325-3295 or 1-800-432-5852 ext. 3295
Continuing Education
Continuing Education at the Clarinda Center offers community members the opportunity to gain knowledge in a fun, relaxed atmosphere.
HiSET (High School Equivalency)
The Clarinda Center offers HiSET instruction and testing to qualified individuals. An experienced instructor assesses each student to determine strengths and a starting level, which results in an individualized instruction plan focused on the student鈥檚 needs. 91茄子 offers HiSET testing in several Southwest Iowa locations.
HiSET class schedule:
Monday, 5:00 鈥� 7:00 p.m.
Tuesday & Thursday, 8:30 a.m. 鈥� 11:30 a.m. and 5:00 – 7:00 p.m.
Note: Students must have instructor approval to test
Center of Excellence for Advanced Manufacturing
The CEAM program in Clarinda is a non-credit certificate program currently focused on Electro-Mechanical training. Classroom and lab instruction are centered around learning theory then transition to practical application. Students can take the whole program or attend for a few courses! Student may earn college credit upon completion of the program.
Facility Rental
The Clarinda Center has space available for you to rent. This includes business meetings, special events and classrooms that include the state-of- the-art audiovisual equipment. Facility rentals are available M-F 8:00-4:30 and in the evening and on the weekend as availability allows. The Depot is also available for special occasions. For more information please contact the Clarinda Center.
Please contact Kristin Smith to book today!
Phone: (712) 542-5117
Email: kmsmith@iwcc.edu