by our College Data Analytics TeamReview current in-state and out-of-state tuition and fees for Des Moines Area Community College, plus how they stack up against other schools and where they may be headed.
Most-recent in-state undergraduate tuition and fees at Des Moines Area Community College came in at $5,790 annually. For out-of-state students the comparable figure was $6,690. That spread is what residency saves an in-state student.
| In-State | Out-of-State | |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $5,790 | $6,690 |
| Fees | $0 | $0 |
| Total | $5,790 | $6,690 |
This tuition and fees figure covers one year of academic instruction and do not include room and board.
Remember that a lot of students receive financial aid and scholarships that decrease the cost of attending. The amounts above are before any aid.
What will Des Moines Area Community College cost per credit hour part time? Head to the Cost Per Credit Hour page for specifics.
For perspective, here is how Des Moines Area Community College tuition and fees compare to other colleges. Each label reflects how the school sits versus the average of that group.
| Nationwide | In IA | Similar Colleges | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Out-of-State Tuition & Fees | Inexpensive | Inexpensive | Average |
| In-State Tuition & Fees | Inexpensive | Inexpensive | Average |
Relative to the national field, Des Moines Area Community College sits below the national average.
Remember that a school can look pricey on sticker price alone yet be a better deal after financial aid. See the Des Moines Area Community College Financial Aid page for details.
Here’s how tuition at Des Moines Area Community College has trended over the last several reported years.
| Year | In-State Tuition | Out-of-State Tuition |
|---|---|---|
| Three Years Ago | $5,220 | $10,440 |
| Two Years Ago | $5,340 | $10,680 |
| One Year Ago | $5,550 | $11,100 |
| Most Recent Year | $5,790 | $6,690 |
The chart here shows how tuition at DMACC has shifted across recent years.
Year over year, out-of-state tuition declined relative to the prior year, which is unusual and may reflect a restated figure.
Most schools raise tuition gradually each year, so plan for the cost in later years to exceed today’s posted rate.
Browse answers to frequently asked questions about college tuition and fees for additional detail.
Tuition is just the starting figure — aid packages can change what students and families actually pay.
For specifics on financial aid at Des Moines Area Community College, head to the Des Moines Area Community College Financial Aid page.