Best Des Moines Community Colleges (2025-26)

For the 2025-26 school year, there are 2 community colleges serving 62 students in Des Moines, Iowa.

Polk County, IA community colleges have a diversity score of 0.46, which is lower than the national average of 0.74 (compared to national diversity statistics).

Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), and the student:teacher ratio is :1.

Community Colleges in Des Moines, IA (2025-26)

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Location

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Iowa School of Beauty-Des Moines

Private for-profit

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3305 70th St
Des Moines, IA 50322
(515) 318-5133

Enrollment: 48 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 95%

UnityPoint Health-Des Moines School Of Radiologic Technology

Private not-for-profit

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1200 Pleasant St
Des Moines, IA 50309
(515) 241-6880

Enrollment: 14 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1

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Community Colleges in Des Moines, IA (Closed)

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Location

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AIB College of Business (Closed 2024)

Private, non-profit

2500 Fleur Drive
Des Moines, IA 50321
(515) 244-4221

Enrollment: 1,014 student Student-teacher ratio: 27:1 Acceptance rate: 59% Private-state tuition: $15,666 Minority enrollment: 25%

Frequently Asked Questions

How many community colleges are located in Des Moines, IA?

There are 2 community colleges serving 62 students in Des Moines, IA.

What is community college diversity score in Des Moines, IA?

Community colleges in Polk County, IA have a diversity score of 0.46, which is lower than the national average of 0.74 (compared to national diversity statistics).

How diverse are community college in Des Moines, IA?

Community colleges in Des Moines, IA have approximately 96% minority enrollment, with the majority being Black and Asian.