For the 2025 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).
Community Colleges in Des Moines, IA (2025)
College
Location
Students
Iowa School of Beauty-Des Moines
Private for-profit
3305 70th St
Des Moines, IA 50322
(515) 318-5133
Des Moines, IA 50322
(515) 318-5133
| 48 students
UnityPoint Health-Des Moines School Of Radiologic Technology
Private not-for-profit
1200 Pleasant St
Des Moines, IA 50309
(515) 241-6880
Des Moines, IA 50309
(515) 241-6880
| 14 students
Community Colleges in Des Moines, IA (Closed)
School
Location
Students
AIB College of Business (Closed 2024)
Private, non-profit
2500 Fleur Drive
Des Moines, IA 50321
(515) 244-4221
Des Moines, IA 50321
(515) 244-4221
| 1,014 students
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.
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