D
Public 2 Year

Des Moines Area Community College

Ankeny, Iowa

 0 Reviews

Overview

Enrollment

21,637
Des Moines Area Community College overview
Location Ankeny, Iowa
Online dmacc.edu
School Type Public 2 Year
Setting Rural Fringe
Des Moines Area Community College overview
Size Mid-size
Status Non-profit
On Campus Housing Yes
Level of Study Undergrad
Calculate your admission chances
Calculate your admission chances

Des Moines Area Community College (DMACC) is a public institution established in 1966, situated in Ankeny, Iowa, approximately 10 miles north of the state's capital, Des Moines. The college offers a comprehensive academic profile with over 150 programs, certificates, and degrees, including popular majors in Liberal Arts and Sciences, Health Professions, and Business, Management, Marketing. DMACC enrolls thousands of students across its campuses and online, with an open admissions policy. While the college does not offer on-campus housing, it fosters a commuter-friendly environment with ample student services and resources. The Ankeny campus is noted for modern facilities and a practical atmosphere conducive to learning and skill development. DMACC does engage in intercollegiate athletics as a member of the Iowa Community College Athletic Conference, though it is not primarily recognized for athletic prowess.

Des Moines Area Community College has an open admission policy which permits enrollment by any high school graduate or GED holding student.  5,257 students are enrolled on a full time basis, and 16,380 attend part time. In-state tuition for 2022/2023, excluding room and board, is $5,340 plus fees of $0.

Applying

Admission Requirements

Open Admission

Explore admissions

Annual Cost to Attend

Iowa Resident Tuition

$5,340
In State Costs for Des Moines Area Community College
Fee Cost
Books and Supplies$810
Other Fees$0
Room and Board $7,702
Budget for Other Expenses$2,196
Total One Year Cost$16,048

Out of State Resident Tuition

$10,680
Out of State Costs for Des Moines Area Community College
Fee Cost
Books and Supplies$810
Other Fees$0
Room and Board $7,702
Budget for Other Expenses$2,196
Total One Year Cost$21,388

Tuition and financial aid details

Outcomes

Average Salary After 10 Years

$35,600 per year

Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate

Data Not Available

Explore Post Graduation Outcomes

Popular Areas of Study

Popular subjects studied by Des Moines Area Community College students
Subject Percent of Class
Liberal Arts and Humanities 38%
Health Professions 18%
Business 11%
Precision Production Trades 6%
Mechanic and Repair Technologies 5%

View All 65 Majors

Other Colleges to Consider 

Students considering DMACC are frequently interested in these similar colleges.

Questions and Answers

CollegeSimply Advisor posts about Des Moines Area Community College.

Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=153214 IPEDS survey data for Des Moines Area Community College.

Current students may use the Des Moines Area Community College GPA calculator to determine their current college GPA.

Last updated February 24, 2024