What to Know About Tuition & Fees
Find out how fees and tuition at Des Moines Area Community College measure up to other universities and colleges and see how to effectively get prepared for probable college tuition increases.
How do Tuition & Fees at Des Moines Area Community College Measure Up To Other Schools?
The following table outlines how Des Moines Area Community College measures up to other schools nationally, regionally and by state.
| Nationwide | The Plains States | Iowa | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tuition and Fees | Below Average | Below Average | Below Average |
| In-State Tuition and Fees | Inexpensive | Inexpensive | Inexpensive |
Discounted Tuition Available for Students Living in Iowa
Des Moines Area Community College fees and tuition is dramatically lowered for students living in Iowa. For in-state students, tuition and fees is set at $4,800 for the 2019 - 2020 year, 50.0% off the price charged to out-of-state students. Tuition is $4,800 and fees $0.
Des Moines Area Community College out-of-state students paid $9,600 in tuition and fees in 2019 - 2020. $0 was charged for fees, and $9,600 was for tuition.
Look at the table below to see 2019 - 2020 academic year costs.
| Tuition | Fees | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Out-of-State | $9,600 | $0 | $9,600 |
| In-State | $4,800 | $0 | $4,800 |
Go to the Cost Per Credit Hour page for details.
Tuition and Fees Projection
Des Moines Area Community College tuition and fees for out-of-state students grew with an average yearly rate of 6.0% over the past 5 years. In the same time period, tuition grew by 6.0% and fees grew by 0.0%. Based on this, we estimate the cost of tuition and fees this year will total $10,172.
For a two-year degree, we estimate tuition and fees will be $20,951 and $44,473 for a four-year degree. This does not cover additional charges including room and board, transportation, and books.
The following chart shows projected future tuition and fees which includes residency based discounts for undergraduates at Des Moines Area Community College.
Pay attention to how much college fees and tuition is increasing every year. At many schools students will end up paying a greater price for their final year of college than they did for their first.
Discover our answers to common questions and more information about college tuition and fees.
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