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Des Moines Area Community College

Ankeny, Iowa · Suburb: LargeOfficial Website ↗

#369
Nationally
#11
In Iowa
$5,550
In-State Tuition
per year
24,418
Undergrad Enrollment
20,000+
Overall Score & Rankings
57/100
Good
#369 nationally
#11 in Iowa
🎓Graduation Outcomes50
💰Affordability50
📚Academic Environment50
🔬Program Breadth86

Scores based on IPEDS 2023–24 federal data. Methodology →

Des Moines Area Community College is a public two-year community college located in Ankeny, Iowa. The college enrolls approximately 24,418 undergraduate students. In-state tuition is $5,550 per year ($11,100 out-of-state), near the national average for public institutions.

Cost & Financial Aid
In-State Tuition$5,550/yr
In-State Fees$0/yr
Out-of-State Tuition$11,100/yr
Room & Board$9,000/yr
Total CoA (In-State)$14,550/yr
Total CoA (Out-of-State)$20,100/yr
In-State Tuition vs National Avg$5,550↓ Below avg
National avg: $3,860
Student Body
24,418
Total Undergrads
56% F / 44% M
Gender Split
Student Diversity
White 66%
Hispanic 10%
Black 6%
Asian 4%
Two or more 2%
International 0%
Native / Other 0%
Strengths & Considerations
Strengths
  • Review individual program rankings and campus resources
Consider
  • ·Data on some metrics is not yet available — contact the admissions office for details
Who Is This College Best For?

This college is a strong fit for students planning to transfer to a 4-year university, and working adults seeking career-focused certificates and degrees.

Institution Profile
Type2-year
ControlPublic
LocationAnkeny, Iowa
SettingSuburb: Large
Size20,000+
State Ranking
#11
in Iowa out of 7+ colleges
#369
nationally
Data Source

All data sourced from the NCES IPEDS 2023–24 collection. Acceptance rates, test scores, and graduation rates reflect the most recent year reported. Scores are composite rankings calculated from five weighted dimensions.

Frequently Asked Questions

Data notice: All figures are sourced from IPEDS 2023–24 federal data. Tuition, acceptance rates, and enrollment figures change annually. Always verify current information directly with the institution. Net price figures are averages and individual aid packages will vary. Composite scores and rankings are calculated by SchoolRankings.org and are not affiliated with U.S. News, Forbes, or any government agency.