by our College Data Analytics TeamHere is what part-time students pay per credit hour at Des Moines Area Community College, next to the annual tuition and fee totals.
Here’s what this page covers:
In-state part-time students are charged $193 for every credit hour. For out-of-state students the figure is $223 per credit hour.
| In-State | Out-of-State | |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Per Credit Hour | $193 | $223 |
Remember that this per-credit-hour figure is before any aid or scholarships that could lower the cost.
For the full picture, the annual tuition and fees for full-time undergraduates at Des Moines Area Community College are listed below.
| In-State | Out-of-State | |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $5,790 | $6,690 |
| Fees | $0 | $0 |
| Total | $5,790 | $6,690 |
This annual figure is for academic instruction only and excludes room and board.
Below is how tuition at Des Moines Area Community College has moved over the last few 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 |
Most recently, out-of-state tuition moved down, which is uncommon and may reflect a data restatement.
At most colleges, tuition rises a little each year, so a freshman should expect to pay more by senior year.
When you map out how you’ll pay for college, build in expected annual increases so the back half of the degree doesn’t outrun your funding plan.
A per-credit-hour figure is only part of the conversation — aid and scholarships can meaningfully lower the real cost.
To learn about the aid available at Des Moines Area Community College, head to the Des Moines Area Community College Financial Aid page.
For the standard full-year figures, visit the Des Moines Area Community College Tuition & Fees page.