Is Des Moines Area Community College worth it?
Des Moines Area Community College is a public, two-year institution in Ankeny, Iowa (large suburb). It awarded 5,308 degrees and certificates in 2024, most often in licensed practical nurse training, liberal arts and sciences and welding technology.
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Federal context for Des Moines Area Community College
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Median earnings 1 year after
$42,189
Median earnings 4 years after
$51,817
Median earnings 10 years after
$41,018
Average net price
$11,171
Completion rate
39%
Completions (2024)
5,308
Years to pay back
under 1 year
Students (undergrad)
10,446
Median earnings after completing, by program
| Program | Credential | Median earnings, 1yr | Median earnings, 4yr | Graduates counted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities | Associate | $31,453 | $45,505 | 478 |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing | Associate | $59,181 | $68,315 | 192 |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Associate | $52,325 | $63,673 | 85 |
| Homeland Security | Undergraduate certificate | $54,209 | $74,269 | 61 |
| Funeral Service and Mortuary Science | Undergraduate certificate | $49,355 | $67,653 | 57 |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Undergraduate certificate | $45,688 | $65,586 | 53 |
| Precision Metal Working | Undergraduate certificate | $39,397 | $52,238 | 47 |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections | Associate | $42,555 | $50,877 | 40 |
| Design and Applied Arts | Associate | $25,265 | $36,996 | 38 |
| Dental Support Services and Allied Professions | Undergraduate certificate | $37,317 | $43,642 | 35 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations | Associate | $35,852 | $60,716 | 34 |
| Agricultural Business and Management | Associate | $40,506 | $55,546 | 30 |
| Culinary Arts and Related Services | Associate | $26,913 | $40,878 | 30 |
| Accounting and Related Services | Associate | $47,400 | $62,072 | 27 |
| Veterinary/Animal Health Technologies/Technicians | Associate | $38,962 | $37,055 | 26 |
Source: College Scorecard, June 2026 release, and IPEDS. Earnings cover federally aided students only, so they do not cover every graduate.
Awards conferred, by program
| Program | Award level | Awards |
|---|---|---|
| Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training | Certificate under 12 weeks | 932 |
| Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training | Certificate 12 weeks to 1 yr | 688 |
| Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies | Associate | 673 |
| Homeland Security | Certificate 12 weeks to 1 yr | 274 |
| Emergency Medical Technology/Technician (EMT Paramedic) | Certificate under 12 weeks | 194 |
| Welding Technology/Welder | Certificate under 12 weeks | 184 |
| Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse | Associate | 181 |
| Business Administration and Management, General | Associate | 109 |
| General Studies | Associate | 97 |
| Welding Technology/Welder | Certificate 1-2 yrs | 81 |
Federal view: Census PSEO, most recent federal cohort, one year after completion
| Industry | Share of graduates | Graduates counted |
|---|---|---|
| Health Care and Social Assistance | 31% | 9,229 |
| Retail Trade | 13% | 3,815 |
| Finance and Insurance | 9% | 2,716 |
| Manufacturing | 7% | 2,125 |
| Accommodation and Food Services | 6% | 1,844 |
| Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services | 5% | 1,365 |
| Administrative and Support and Waste Management and Remediation Services | 4% | 1,321 |
| Wholesale Trade | 4% | 1,149 |
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Sources: federal figures for Des Moines Area Community College. Federal figures from College Scorecard and IPEDS. Occupation pay from Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS for Iowa. Counts under 10 are not published.
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