La James International College-Johnston
Johnston, IA · 7 mi away
- Type
- Private for-profit
- Programs
- 4
- Cosmetology
- Esthetician
- Massage therapy
- Nail technician
Des Moines Area Community College
2006 Ankeny Blvd, Ankeny, IA 50023
- Public
- 2-year college
- 27 trade programs
About Des Moines Area Community College
Des Moines Area Community College is a public 2-year college in Ankeny, Iowa, with about 35,463 students a year. It offers 27 trade programs we track, including practical nursing (LPN/LVN), welding, EMT & paramedic, and automotive technician. It was formerly known as DMACC.
Costs and outcomes
- Average net price
- $11,171
- per year, after grants and scholarships
- Completion rate
- 39%
- of full-time students finish
- Median earnings
- $41,018
- 10 years after starting
- Students with Pell Grants
- 16%
- a sign of how many get federal aid
Source: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard. Figures cover the whole school, not one program. Ask the school for the full cost of the program you want.
Trade programs
Healthcare
- Dental assistant21 graduates last year
- Dental hygienist23 graduates last year
- EMT & paramedic213 graduates last year
- Medical assistant6 graduates last year
- Medical billing & coding3 graduates last year
- Medical lab technician9 graduates last year
- Phlebotomy12 graduates last year
- Practical nursing (LPN/LVN)1,637 graduates last year
- Respiratory therapist8 graduates last year
- Surgical technologist11 graduates last year
- Veterinary technician13 graduates last year
Automotive & transportation
- Auto body & collision repair15 graduates last year
- Automotive technician111 graduates last year
- Diesel & heavy equipment mechanic18 graduates last year
- Motorcycle & small engine repair3 graduates last year
Welding & manufacturing
- CAD & drafting23 graduates last year
- CNC machining39 graduates last year
- Industrial maintenance & mechatronics41 graduates last year
- Welding333 graduates last year
Construction trades
- Carpentry27 graduates last year
- Electrician32 graduates last year
- HVAC technician21 graduates last year
Public safety
- Fire science & firefighting9 graduates last year
- Police academy & criminal justice77 graduates last year
IT & electronics
- Electronics technician20 graduates last year
- IT support & networking12 graduates last year
Culinary arts
- Culinary arts28 graduates last year
Graduate counts are certificates and degrees the school reported to the U.S. Department of Education (IPEDS, 2023–24). Confirm current programs, schedules and costs with the school.
Location
Des Moines Area Community College
2006 Ankeny Blvd
Ankeny, IA 50023
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