At a glance
Average net price
$11,171
In-state, after aid
6-year graduation rate
39.2%
Admission rate
Not available
Undergrad size
10,446
In-state tuition
$5,790
Out-of-state tuition
$6,690
Cost of attendance
$16,204
Median earnings (10y)
$41,018
Admissions
- SAT average
- Not available
- ACT midpoint
- Not available
- Retention
- Not available
- Locale
- Suburb
Programs breakdown
28 program areas reported · Academic mix is led by health (41%), trades & services (23%), humanities & arts (17%).
- STEM7%
- Health41%
- Business7%
- Humanities & arts17%
- Social sciences5%
- Trades & services23%
- Health professions40.8%~4,257 students/yr · HealthCompare schools
- Liberal arts14.5%~1,516 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~732 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- ~721 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- Business6.7%~695 students/yr · BusinessCompare schools
- Computer science3.8%~392 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~347 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- Engineering tech2.6%~267 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~229 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- ~209 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Agriculture1.9%~201 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- Education1.8%~183 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- ~130 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- ~116 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- Psychology1.0%~104 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- Legal0.7%~69 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- ~69 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- ~40 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~40 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- Engineering0.3%~31 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- English0.2%~25 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~14 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- ~14 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- Social sciences0.1%~14 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- Communication0.1%~11 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Mathematics0.1%~9 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- Science tech0.1%~9 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- History0.0%~4 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
Share of all degrees and certificates awarded in each broad CIP-2 program area (U.S. Department of Education, latest reporting year). Estimated students/yr = share × undergrad size.
Specific majors offered
40 specific majors with reported completions. Earnings shown are median annual earnings 1 year after graduation; debt is median student-loan debt at graduation.
| Major | Credential | Grads | Median earnings | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities. | Associate's | 1,936 | $28,831 | $11,000 |
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants. | Undergraduate certificate | 1,750 | — | $11,625 |
| Precision Metal Working. | Undergraduate certificate | 600 | $30,604 | $5,500 |
| Homeland Security. | Undergraduate certificate | 558 | — | $22,869 |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Associate's | 340 | $51,457 | $19,496 |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions. | Undergraduate certificate | 300 | $40,759 | $20,600 |
| Computer Programming. | Undergraduate certificate | 202 | — | — |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Associate's | 164 | $33,806 | $10,811 |
| Accounting and Related Services. | Undergraduate certificate | 157 | — | — |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians. | Associate's | 148 | $41,813 | $9,624 |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections. | Associate's | 121 | $36,664 | $12,000 |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians. | Undergraduate certificate | 118 | — | — |
| Human Development, Family Studies, and Related Services. | Undergraduate certificate | 117 | — | — |
| Computer Programming. | Associate's | 113 | — | — |
| Agricultural Business and Management. | Associate's | 92 | $38,335 | $9,000 |
| Funeral Service and Mortuary Science. | Undergraduate certificate | 92 | $48,409 | $25,000 |
| Agricultural Business and Management. | Undergraduate certificate | 87 | — | — |
| Environmental Control Technologies/Technicians. | Undergraduate certificate | 83 | — | — |
| Accounting and Related Services. | Associate's | 78 | $37,765 | $22,250 |
| Design and Applied Arts. | Associate's | 77 | $24,286 | $13,625 |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services. | Undergraduate certificate | 68 | — | $17,000 |
| Computer/Information Technology Administration and Management. | Associate's | 57 | — | $17,694 |
| Culinary Arts and Related Services. | Associate's | 57 | $30,970 | $11,167 |
| Psychology, General. | Associate's | 57 | — | — |
| Design and Applied Arts. | Undergraduate certificate | 56 | — | — |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods. | Associate's | 53 | — | — |
| Dental Support Services and Allied Professions. | Undergraduate certificate | 49 | $33,532 | $9,500 |
| Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science/Research and Allied Professions. | Undergraduate certificate | 45 | — | — |
| Community Organization and Advocacy. | Associate's | 44 | $27,625 | $23,320 |
| Dental Support Services and Allied Professions. | Associate's | 43 | $51,133 | — |
| Human Development, Family Studies, and Related Services. | Associate's | 41 | $23,928 | $11,500 |
| Funeral Service and Mortuary Science. | Associate's | 37 | — | — |
| Precision Metal Working. | Associate's | 37 | $51,059 | — |
| Electromechanical Technologies/Technicians. | Undergraduate certificate | 36 | — | — |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions. | Associate's | 36 | $44,272 | — |
| Drafting/Design Engineering Technologies/Technicians. | Undergraduate certificate | 35 | — | — |
| Drafting/Design Engineering Technologies/Technicians. | Associate's | 34 | $35,471 | $12,984 |
| Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science/Research and Allied Professions. | Associate's | 34 | — | $24,250 |
| Legal Support Services. | Undergraduate certificate | 29 | — | — |
| Culinary Arts and Related Services. | Undergraduate certificate | 28 | — | — |
Source: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard Field of Study. Earnings cover graduates who received federal financial aid and are working / not enrolled. Cells marked "—" are not reported or were suppressed for privacy.
About Des Moines Area Community College
Des Moines Area Community College is a large institution located in Ankeny, Iowa, primarily awarding the certificate. It enrolls roughly 10,446 undergraduate students in a suburb setting. The most popular fields of study include Health professions, Liberal arts, Precision production.
Cost & tuition
The average net price at Des Moines Area Community College — what a typical student actually pays after grants and scholarships — is $11,171 per year, which is moderately priced compared to other U.S. institutions. Sticker tuition runs $5,790 for in-state students and $6,690 for out-of-state students before aid. Total cost of attendance, including housing, books, and living expenses, comes to about $16,204 annually.
Graduation & earnings outcomes
The 6-year graduation rate is 39.2%, a average completion outcome. Ten years after enrolling, the median graduate earns $41,018 per year according to U.S. Department of Education earnings tracking.
Programs & majors
Des Moines Area Community College confers degrees and certificates across 28 broad program areas, with the largest concentrations of completions in Health professions, Liberal arts, Precision production. Grouped into wider academic categories, the mix is led by health (41% of credentials), trades & services (23% of credentials), humanities & arts (17% of credentials), which gives a quick read on the school's overall academic profile. Use the programs breakdown below to see every reported area, an estimated number of students per program per year, and links to compare other U.S. colleges in the same field.
Admissions
Admission rate data is not reported for this institution, which is typical for open-admission community and trade schools.
Location & campus
Set in Ankeny, Iowa (suburb), Des Moines Area Community College draws students from across Iowa and beyond. Prospective students often weigh proximity, cost of living, and local industry demand when choosing between schools in this area.
Frequently asked questions about Des Moines Area Community College
Q.How much does Des Moines Area Community College cost?
The average net price at Des Moines Area Community College is $11,171 per year after grants and scholarships, with total cost of attendance around $16,204.
Q.What is the graduation rate at Des Moines Area Community College?
Des Moines Area Community College has a 6-year graduation rate of 39.2% according to the latest U.S. Department of Education data.
Q.How much do Des Moines Area Community College graduates earn?
Ten years after enrolling, the median Des Moines Area Community College graduate earns $41,018 per year.
Q.What is tuition at Des Moines Area Community College?
Published tuition is $5,790 in-state and $6,690 out-of-state. Most students pay less than the sticker price after financial aid.
Q.Where is Des Moines Area Community College located?
Des Moines Area Community College is located in Ankeny, Iowa (ZIP 50023).
Data on this page comes from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard and IPEDS, the federal sources colleges are required to report to. Net price, graduation rate, and earnings figures reflect the latest available federal release. Always verify current tuition and program availability directly with Des Moines Area Community College at their official website.