Overview
Student Population
23,051
Located in Ankeny, Iowa, Des Moines Area Community College is a mid-size two year community college offering undergraduate programs. Des Moines Area Community College has an open admission policy which permits enrollment by any high school graduate or GED holding student. 5,703 students are enrolled on a full time basis, and 17,348 attend part time. In-state tuition for 2020/2021, excluding room and board, is $5,100 plus fees of $0.
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Annual Cost to Attend
Iowa Resident Tuition
$5,100
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $870 |
| Other Fees | $0 |
| Room and Board | $7,276 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $1,654 |
| Total One Year Cost | $14,900 |
Out of State Resident Tuition
$10,200
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $870 |
| Other Fees | $0 |
| Room and Board | $7,276 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $1,654 |
| Total One Year Cost | $20,000 |
Outcomes
Average Salary After 10 Years
$35,600 per year
Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
Data Not Available
Popular Areas of Study
| Subject | Percent of Class |
|---|---|
| Liberal Arts and Humanities | 38% |
| Health Professions | 18% |
| Business | 11% |
| Precision Production Trades | 6% |
| Mechanic and Repair Technologies | 5% |
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Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=153214 IPEDS survey data for Des Moines Area Community College.
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