DMACC Description

Located in Ankeny, Iowa, Des Moines Area Community College offers students a chance at a solid academic foundation, or vocational training by experienced instructors.

Academic-minded students can choose to earn their associate’s degree in general studies or a field of their choice. Associate’s degrees can be earned in almost every traditional discipline, including vocational-specific studies.

For those looking to jumpstart a new career, certificate and diploma programs can be found in a wide variety of studies, including agri-business, digital forensic investigation, and greenhouse production.

Distance learning opportunities are provided for students who need help prioritizing their studies, while academic workshops are available to assist struggling students.

Career advising services are open to help students prepare for the job market, and academic advisers are available to encourage associate’s students to transfer to four-year universities.

Continuing education programs are available at Des Moines for adults seeking additional professional or recreational training. Des Moines also provides English as a Second Language (ESL) courses, and GED preparation courses for community members who never finished high school.

Students of Des Moines Area Community College in Ankeny are provided quality instruction and superb student services.

Quick Facts

Location

Midwest

Setting

Small Town Setting

Type

Public

Size

Very Large (+10,000 Undergrad)

Mascot

Bears

Nickname

DMACC

Website

www.dmacc.edu

On-Campus Housing Available

Yes

In-State Tuition

$2,568

Out-of-State Tuition

$5,136

Selectivity

Open Admissions

Enrollment

34,000

DMACC Students

Total Students
34,000

Full-Time vs. Part-time Students

Full-Time
100%
Part-Time
0%

Students Coming From In-State vs. Out-of-State

In-State
97%
Out-of-State
3%

Gender of Students

Women
55%
Men
45%

Ethnic Diversity

African-American
6%
Asian
4%
Caucasian
80%
Latino
3%
Other
7%

Students State Origin

Iowa
97%
Other
3%

International Students

International
0%
Domestic
100%