DES MOINES AREA COMMUNITY COLLEGE
Viewbook 2015–2016
800-362-2127 | www.DMACC.edu
DMACC has been a great place
to start the next chapter of
my life. The teachers are great
and are always there to help.
Having smaller classes allows
me to know my classmates
and teachers better.
—Sydney
Liberal Arts,
Urban Campus
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ree, personalized tutoring.
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eamless transfer agreements
with four-year colleges and
universities.
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mall class sizes offering more
one-on-one attention.
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housands of classes to
choose from.
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nline classes for more flexibility.
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ationally accredited academic
programs and facilities.
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onvenience of six campuses
and four learning centers.
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ave money:
DMACC tuition is the
lowest around.
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uick application process—
apply today!
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to choose DMACC
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Ankeny Campus
Established in 1968, Ankeny is the largest DMACC
campus. A state-of-the-art Health Sciences
building, operational wind turbine and the FFA
Enrichment Center have allowed for increased and
expanded programming. With activities, clubs,
intramurals, the campus newspaper, concerts
and other entertainment, something exciting is
always happening.
www.dmacc.edu/ankeny
Boone Campus
Many Boone Campus students go on to
earn a Bachelor’s degree, but there are
many great two-year programs as well,
including Civil Engineering, Nursing
and Accounting.
DMACC’s intercollegiate athletic programs
are based on the Boone Campus. The Bears
compete in men’s basketball, baseball and
golf, and women’s basketball, volleyball,
cross country, golf and softball.
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www.dmacc.edu/boone
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Newton Campus
Carroll Campus
With outstanding faculty and more
than 27,000 square feet of educational
facilities, the Carroll Campus puts
exciting careers within reach. Whether
you plan to transfer to a four-year
institution, complete a two-year
program or just pick up some additional
training, the Carroll Campus can help
you achieve your educational goals.
www.dmacc.edu/carroll
Opportunity defines the Newton
Campus, which offers a variety of
career and college transfer programs
including new Court Reporting and
Culinary Arts. Small class sizes keep the
Newton Campus personal. DMACC’s
Newton Career Academy brings more
opportunities to area high school
students, with programming in
Culinary Arts, Criminal Justice,
Auto Tech and Collision, and Health
Occupations, including Certified
Nursing Assistant (CNA).
www.dmacc.edu/newton
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Urban/Des Moines Campus
The six-acre Urban/Des Moines Campus is located in
a park-like setting on the north edge of downtown
Des Moines. With students from 65 countries,
the Urban Campus is one of the most culturally
diverse in Iowa. It offers an array of academic
support services and the most current instructional
technology, as well as opportunities to build social
networks, develop leadership skills and foster cultural
understanding. DMACC students take advantage
of a number of educational partnerships that allow
them to seamlessly transfer to four-year colleges
and universities. Even before they transfer, students
can take classes at Drake or Grand View to try them
on for size. The Urban/Des Moines Campus also has
strong ties to downtown Des Moines companies
and healthcare providers. That’s important when
graduates are looking for an employer.
www.dmacc.edu/urban
West Des Moines Campus
At the West Des Moines Campus, innovative
instruction and small class sizes are high on
the priority list. Professors incorporate cuttingedge technology into the classroom. Students
can complete their two-year liberal arts and
sciences degree entirely on campus. Celebrate!
Innovation™ is an annual attraction that highlights
the achievements of great American inventors. In
addition, DMACC’s renowned Network Telecom
program is based here.
www.dmacc.edu/west
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Other DMACC Locations
DMACC Center for Career
& Professional Development
at Southridge
Ames Hunziker Center
www.dmacc.edu/ames
DMACC at Perry
VanKirk Career Academy
www.dmacc.edu/perry
www.dmacc.edu/southridge
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Evelyn K. Davis Center
for Working Families
DMACC
Transportation Institute
DMACC
Capitol Center
www.evelynkdaviscenter.org
www.dmacc.edu/truckdrivingschools
www.dmacc.edu/capitolcenter
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It’s all about the programs
Advanced Manufacturing
Building Trades
Building Trades
Building Maintenance
Heating, Air Conditioning and
Refrigeration Technology
Electrical Construction Trades
Drafting
Architectural Technologies
Computer-Aided Design Technology
Engineering Technology
Applied Engineering
Applied Engineering Technology
Civil Engineering Technology
Robotics and Control System
Engineering Technology
Electronics Engineering Technology
Electronics Fundamentals
Network Technology–
Telecommunications/Data
Technology
Manufacturing
Architectural Millwork
Biomass Operations Technology
CNC Operator
Diemaking
Fluid Power Technology
Applied Engineering Technology/
Electro-Mechanical Technologies
Machinist Technology
Manufacturing Technology
Tool and Diemaking
Welding
Welding—Blueprint Reading
Welding—Gas Metal Arc
Welding—GWAW Advanced AWS
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Welding—SWAW Advanced AWS
Welding—Gas Tungsten Arc
Welding—Shielded Metal Arc
Welding—Structural Welding
Welding—Thermal Cutting
Auto/Diesel Technology
Mechanics & Repairers
ASEP—General Motors
ASSET—Ford
Auto Chassis & Power Train
Auto Collision Technology
Auto Engines & Tune-Up
Auto Maintenance and Light Repair
Auto Mechanics Technology
CAP-Chrysler
Caterpillar Technology
Diesel Technology
Maintenance (Diesel)
Agriculture/Environment/
Bio Sciences
Agriculture
Agribusiness
Agronomy
Animal Science
Farm Management
Sales/Service
Sustainable Agriculture
Veterinary Technology
Biology
Biotechnology
Environmental Science
Water and Wastewater Apprenticeship
Wastewater Treatment Technology
Water and Wastewater
Treatment Technology
Water Environmental Technology
Water Treatment Technology
Nursery and Turf Maintenance
Arboriculture
Commercial Horticulture
Greenhouse Production
Landscape Design
Turf Maintenance
Art and Graphic Design
Art
Photography
Airbrush Art
Graphic Design and Printing
Basic Visual Communications
Digital Marketing
Graphic Design
Graphic Technologies
Corel Painter
Digital Publishing
Graphic Sales & Customer Service
Interactive Media for Graphic Design
Printing Technologies
Digital Illustrations
InDesign
Business
Accounting
Accounting
Accounting and Bookkeeping
Accounting for Entrepreneurs
Accounting Income Tax Preparer
Accounting Payroll
Accounting Specialist
www.dmacc.edu/programs
Administrative Assistant/Secretarial
Administrative Office Professional
HIPAA Certification Preparation
Insurance & Coding
Information Processing Support
Insurance & Coding
Certification Preparation
Legal Assistant
Medical Insurance and Coding
Medical Office Specialist
Medical Transcriptionist
Office Assistant
Office Specialist
Office/Clinic Support Assistant
Supervision
Agribusiness
Agribusiness
Business Administration
Business Administration
Entrepreneurship
Financial Administration
Mortuary Science
Marketing and Management
Entrepreneurship
Graphic Sales & Customer Service
Human Resources Management
Management
Marketing
Retailing
Sales
Sales and Management
Fashion and Interior Design
Fashion
Fashion/Design
Interior Design Consultant
Center for Information
Solutions (CIS)
Computer Information Systems
Animation and Rich Media
Advanced Animation and Rich Media
Advanced Web Developer
Business Information Systems
Computer Applications
Computer Languages
Data Entry I
Database Specialist
Informatics
Information Technology/
Network Administration
Management Information Systems
Mobile Development Technology
Network Security Manager
Network Technology—
Telecommunications/
Data Communications
Web Developer
Web Development
Iowa Culinary Institute
Culinary Arts/
Hotel and Dietary Management
Culinary Arts
Dietary Manager
Enology
Hospitality Business
Hotel and Restaurant Management
Viticulture
Health Sciences
Health Professions
Adult Services
Advanced Standing Nursing (RN)
Aging Services Management
Associate Degree Nursing (RN)
CNA/Nurse Aide Certification
Dental Assistant
Dental Hygiene
Dietary Manager Specialist Certificate
Emergency Medical
Technology—Basic
Fitness and Sports Management
Gerontology Specialist
Health Information Technology
Long-Term Care Administrator
Long-Term Care
Administrator—Practicum
Medical Assistant
Medical Laboratory Technology
Optometric/Ophthalmic Tech
Paramedic Specialist
Pharmacy Tech
Phlebotomy
Practical Nursing (LPN)
Respiratory Therapy
Surgical Technology
Liberal Arts and Sciences
Liberal Arts (College Transfer)
Liberal Arts—A.A.
DMACC transfer tracks are offered in
the following disciplines:
Accounting
Actuarial Science
Agriculture
Agribusiness
Anthropology
Architecture
Art
Biology
Business Administration
Chemistry
Chiropractic
Communications
Computer Science
Construction Management
Criminal Justice
Cultural Studies
Drama
Dentistry
Early Childhood Education
Economics
Elementary Education
Engineering
English
Environmental Science
Finance
Fitness and Sports Management
Foreign Language
Forensics
Geography
Global Studies
Graphic Design
Health Administration
Health Sciences
History
Human Services
Humanities
Information Systems
Journalism
Law
Literature
Mass Communication
Mathematics
Medicine
Music
Nursing
Optometry
Pharmacy
Philosophy and Religion
Physician Assistant
Physics and Astronomy
Political Science
Psychology
Public Administration
Secondary Education
Sociology
Social Work
Speech
Sports Management
Veterinary
and many more . . .
Public/Human Services
Community Service
Human Services
Chemical Dependency Counseling
Criminal Justice
Criminal Justice
Digital Forensic Investigation
Early Childhood Education
Early Childhood Education
Early Childhood
Program Administration
Homeland Security
Real Time Reporting
Fire Science
Fire Science Technology
Fire Specialist
EMT
Paramedic
Interpretation and Translation (I&T)
Urban Campus
Interpretation and
Translation—Business
Interpretation and
Translation—Education
Interpretation and
Translation—Healthcare
Interpretation and
Translation—Human Services
Interpretation and
Translation—Judiciary
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DMACC Provides the
Whole College Experience
. . . It’s everything you want from a
college and much more!
 Small Classes
 Intramurals
 Honors Program
 Scholarships
 Study Abroad
 Transfer Agreements
with four-year
universities/colleges
 Learning Communities
 Business Connections
 Student Housing
 Personalized Degree
Completion Plans
 Unlimited Transfer
Major Options
 Ready for transfer in two
years or less
 80+ Campus Clubs
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 Leadership Opportunities
 Service Learning
 Faculty Mentors
 Assigned Advisors
 Guaranteed
Two-Year Completion
 Career Exploration Services
 Low-Cost Tuition
There’s a world of opportunities for you
to explore through DMACC’s Transfer
Program, which is designed to match
your interests to programs of study and
activities. You will have opportunities
to take honors courses, travel abroad,
participate in service learning and
internships, and enjoy a variety of other
activities that are important parts of the
college experience.
You’ll receive personalized support and
resources that are dedicated to your
academic and personal success. You’ll
also be well-positioned for seamless
transfer to public and private colleges
and universities.
www.dmacc.edu/transfer
www.dmacc.edu/uct
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DMACC’s Career &
Technical Programs
In the next few years, jobs requiring an Associate’s degree or
higher are projected to grow twice as fast as those requiring
no college. Many new job opportunities in Iowa today are
career and technical positions.
These areas of study prepare you for mid- to high-skill jobs. A few examples
of skilled trades include automotive technology, building trades, plumbing
and electrical contracting. These cover such diverse fields as agriculture,
biotechnology, culinary arts, advanced manufacturing, engineering,
healthcare, robotics and veterinary medicine.
DMACC offers 222 programs, degrees and certificates. Most of these are in
career and technical fields. These are rewarding, well-paying careers with
opportunities for advancement. A DMACC Career and Technical degree
provides graduates with the skills necessary to immediately become
employable and competitive in the global marketplace.
Through DMACC’s state-of-the-art Career Academies, high school students
can explore career fields or get a jump start on their education while
simultaneously earning college credit.
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DMACC
Partnerships
DMACC offers classes that transfer
directly to four-year colleges and
universities, allowing students to receive a
quality education at an affordable price.
And that’s not all. DMACC has admission partnerships
with Iowa State University, University of Iowa, University of
Northern Iowa, Drake University, Buena Vista University,
Grand View University, Simpson College, Grinnell College
and many more.
You may have already heard about DMACC’s
affordability, which can save you thousands of dollars
in tuition and fees. Other valuable benefits of the
DMACC experience include smaller class sizes, free
tutoring and experienced professors who want
you to succeed.
Thanks to the strong relationships between DMACC and
these four-year institutions, you’ll enjoy additional benefits
as you work toward your Bachelor’s degree:
Create a four-year graduation track.
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www.dmacc.edu/transfer
Live on campus at the university.
ake advantage of facilities and programs from both
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DMACC and your four-year school.
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Applying for
admission is easy.
We’ve made it
simple for you
to apply for
admission.
Apply Today
1. Apply for free—
online or by mail.
2. C
omplete assessment
testing.
 You can apply online at
www.dmacc.edu/apply.
Along with your Application, you will
need to complete assessment testing,
which shows how prepared you
are for college. Please visit the
testing center website at
www.dmacc.edu/testingcenter.
 If you prefer, you can complete a
DMACC application for admission
and drop it off or mail it to:
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DMISSIONS OFFICE
Des Moines Area Community College
2006 South Ankeny Blvd., Building 1
Ankeny, IA 50023
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More about
COMPASS testing
DMACC’s Testing Centers provide
the assessment for you to fulfill
DMACC admission requirements.
Register for the FREE COMPASS
assessment by calling any
Testing Center:
Ames.......................... 515-663-6700
3. Complete programspecific requirements.
If the program you want to pursue at
DMACC has specific requirements,
you’ll need to complete those to qualify
for admission to that program. For
information about your program,
visit www.dmacc.edu/programs.
Ankeny...................... 515-964-6595
Boone ....................... 515-433-5096
Carroll....................... 712-792-1755
Newton..................... 641-791-3622
Perry.......................... 515-428-8100
Southridge.............. 515-287-8700
Urban DM................ 515-248-7218
West DM................... 515-633-2408
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DMACC is affordable.
No Hidden Fees
There are no fees for parking, applying
for admission, transcripts, computer
labs, student health, campus recreation,
registration or library.
Financial Aid
Complete and submit a Free
Application for Federal Student Aid,
known as FAFSA. The application is
online at www.fafsa.ed.gov.
DMACC School code: 004589
At DMACC, our Financial Aid
professionals work hard to help you
develop a package to meet your
educational needs and personal budget.
The priority deadline to submit
your FAFSA Application form is
before April 1 of your senior year of
high school.
There are many options available
to help you pay for your education—
scholarships, grants, loans and work-study
jobs. In fact, nearly 50 percent of DMACC
students receive some form of financial
assistance. You may be surprised to find
out how much help is available for you.
If you have questions or need
additional information, contact
the DMACC Financial Aid Office
at 515-964-6282 or toll-free at
800-362-2127.
For a financial aid checklist that includes a
timetable for when and how to apply for
financial aid, go to www.dmacc.edu/fin_aid.
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How to start
the process:
Check out www.DMACC.edu/fin_aid
for more information.
Apply for DMACC scholarships and
other forms of aid at
www.dmacc.edu/foundation/scholarships.
DMACC tuition costs are
the lowest in Central Iowa.
As of 2014–2015, completing your first two years
at DMACC would save you an average of $7,366
compared to a four-year public school, and
$43,809 compared to a private college.
Source: July 2015 “Iowa College
Student Aid Commission”
2 YEARS
AT A PRIVATE
COLLEGE
2 YEARS
AT A PUBLIC
UNIVERSITY
2 YEARS
$52,149
$15,706
$8,340
AT DMACC
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Students who thrive in an
academic environment of
smaller class sizes and more
challenging coursework
are invited to apply to the
DMACC Honors Program.
This program is looking
for the brightest, most
intellectually curious
students—and so are
four-year schools and
future employers.
DMACC Honors Program
Scholarships are available.
www.dmacc.edu/honors
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Learn from yesterday, live for today, hope
for tomorrow. The important thing is not
to stop questioning.
—Albert Einstein
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Take a trip to Japan with the Dental
Hygiene program, travel to France
with the Culinary Arts program,
explore the Boundary Waters by
canoe, go to New York City with
DMACC Fashion Design students, or
spend a semester in London with the
Study Abroad program.
DMACC offers
you a global
perspective.
Turn college credits you’ve
earned in high school into
a college degree.
While some college credit will be helpful, a DMACC
Associate’s degree:
Japan
France
London
and
more . . .
Watching the DMACC students expand
their horizons and engage in life-changing
experiences while they studied and traveled
has been the pinnacle of my teaching career.
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www.dmacc.edu/studyabroad
— Maria Cochran,
DMACC Professor
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repares you for an effective transfer to a four-year college
or university.
 Allows you to start college ahead of your peers.
 Provides
new and unique perspectives on career choices,
including preprofessional programs in law, medicine,
education, business and more.
 C
onnects you with partnership programs at public and
private universities.
 Saves you THOUSANDS of DOLLARS in tuition costs.
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Going to DMACC is like having the entire city of
Des Moines as your backyard playground. I chose
DMACC to be a more cost-efficient student.
I love the flexible class schedules. DMACC provides
me with the flexibility I need to be a successful
student and be employed at the same time.
—Brad
Business Administration, Ankeny Campus
Greater Des Moines Ranks #1
Best City in the Nation for
Young Professionals.
—Forbes Magazine
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There’s so much to do in
Central Iowa.
From sporting events (I-Cubs, Energy,
Barnstormers, Bucs, Iowa Wild and
Menace) and cultural attractions (Des
Moines Art Center, Des Moines Symphony
and Civic Center), to the many parks and
area attractions (Adventureland, Blank
Park Zoo, Saylorville and Gray’s Lake and
much more), there’s always something
new to experience. Shop with friends
during the day at one of four Des Moinesarea malls or the many diverse shopping
districts, and take in the nightlife at
various hotspots around the metro.
Photo by Daniel Randolph
JACK TRICE STADIUM — ISU
80/35 CONCERT
Photo by Ross LaDue
IOWA SPEEDWAY
IOWA CUBS
JORDAN CREEK TOWN CENTER
WELLS FARGO ARENA
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New Student Activities Complex
Contractors are hard at work on one of
the largest construction projects taking
place since the College was founded 50
years ago. The new addition to the Ankeny
Campus will include a 77,000-square-foot
student activities complex attached to an
88,000-square-foot student recreation
center to be built between Buildings 4 and
5. The student complex will house many
new amenities. “This will be a great addition
to DMACC, a showcase facility for our
students,” said Board Chair Joe Pugel.
“It’s a big step forward in our efforts across
the College to improve student amenities
and engagement.”
Get involved at DMACC
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gymnasium
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Two dance/exercise studios
Three racquetball courts
A weight and fitness area
Cold-water competition pool
 Warm-water pool
 New campus bookstore
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ew student activity and
study space
 New high-tech classrooms
 Flexible-space student theater
On the south end of the Ankeny Campus,
construction crews are completely remodeling
Building 7, the Iowa Culinary Institute™.
The building project will house special events on
campus and provide more space for one of the
finest culinary programs in the nation.
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Student Housing
ANKENY CAMPUS
BOONE CAMPUS
Campus View Apartments
Borgen Square Apartments
Campus View, a privately owned development featuring
college-style apartments, lets DMACC students enjoy the
convenience and social benefits of living in a traditional college
dorm, but with many of the comforts and amenities of a
modern apartment complex.
The Borgen Square Apartments, located on the Boone Campus, offer
a great opportunity to meet new friends and live just a few steps away
from your classes. These affordable, apartment-style units offer private
bedrooms, cable, a full kitchen with appliances, and many other luxuries
you won’t find in a typical college dorm.
Campus Town Apartments
URBAN CAMPUS
Campus Town, a privately owned development, has gone
above and beyond with unique one-, two- and three-bedroom
luxury floor plans. Whether you want the “better than dorm
style” shared bedroom and bathroom or the “individual suite
style” private bedroom and bathroom, Campus Town offers
choices to fit many budgets.
Prairie Pointe Apartments
Prairie Pointe is a private apartment development built
along DMACC’s west edge, making these ultramodern
apartments an excellent option for students. Three- and
four-bedroom floor plans are available. Each occupant has his
or her own private bedroom suite that includes
a private bathroom and walk-in closet.
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www.dmacc.edu/housing
Drake West Village
DMACC Urban Campus students can now live at Drake West Village, a
private dorm located on land owned by Drake University. Drake West
Village has four floor plans, free high-speed internet and cable, laundry
and a roommate-matching service. But perhaps the best amenity is
that it’s located on a DART route, so DMACC students can have
door-to-door bus service.
CARROLL CAMPUS
DMACC’s Carroll Campus now offers student housing that’s close,
newly remodeled and exclusively for DMACC students. There are 18
individual bedrooms and a common space to enjoy relaxing time
with friends, watching TV, studying or just visiting. Cable TV, on-site
laundry and utilities are all included. The cost is $300 a month. Student
housing scholarships are also available, so contact the Carroll Campus
for more information.
Check out www.dmacc.edu/housing
for more information.
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DMACC Athletics
Under the direction of Athletic Director Orv Salmon, the DMACC Athletic Department is recognized nationally for the success
of its teams and individual student-athletes. Over the past decade, the athletic department has produced many nationally
ranked teams, participated in national tournaments, and had many athletes receive NJCAA All-American honors and go on
to NCAA Division I universities. DMACC student-athletes are high achievers, both in the classroom and in athletic competition.
Volleyball
Men’s Basketball
 33–9; 7–1, Conference
Co-Champions
 28–7; 10–2 Conference Champions
 Region XI (b) Champions;
National Tournament
Qualifiers-6th Place Finish
 2 All-Americans
 1 National Championships
All-Tournament Team Member
 7 All-Conference Players
 5 All-Region Players
 12 Academic All-Region Athletes
 NJCAA Volleyball
All-Academic Team
 Final National Ranking: Tenth
Women’s Cross Country
 Fifth Place at Regional
Tournament
 3 All-Conference Players
 3 Academic All-Region Athletes
 Region XI Champions; National
Tournament Qualifiers-4th
Place Finish
 1 All-American
 1 National Championships
All-Tournament Team Member
 5 All-Conference Players
 4 Academic All-Region Athletes
 Final National Ranking: Second
Women’s Basketball
 1 9–13; 7–7 Tied for 4th Place
in Conference
 2 All-Conference Players
www.dmacc.edu/athletics
 8 Academic All-Region Athletes
 NJCAA Men’s Golf All-Academic
Team
 District H Champions; World
Series Qualifiers-4th Place Finish
Women’s Golf
 Second Place at Regional
Tournament
 National Tournament
Qualifiers-13th Place Finish
 5 All-Conference Players
 5 All-Americans
 2 World Series All-Tournament
Team Members
 4 NFCA All-Midwest
Region Members
 Conference Offensive Player
of the Year
 8 Academic All-Region Athletes
 Marucci Elite Hitting Award
 NJCAA Women’s Golf
All-Academic Team
 11 All-Conference Players
Baseball
 8 Academic All-Region Athletes
 26-30; 12-16; 5th Place in
Conference
 NJCAA Women’s Basketball
All-Academic Team
Softball
 5 1–10; 21–3 2nd Place
in Conference;
Region XI-B Champions
 5 All-Conference Players
 2 All-Region Players
 17 Academic All-Region Athletes
 NJCAA Softball
All-Academic Team
 Final National Ranking: Seventh
 1 All-American
Men’s Golf
 1 North Plains All-District
Team Member
 Second Place at
Regional Tournament
 All-Conference Players
 1 National Tournament Qualifier
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 1 Ping NJCAA Division II
All-West Region Athlete
 15 Academic All-Region Athletes
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Your future can start right
here in Central Iowa.
DMACC provides assistance from admission to graduation and beyond. DMACC
Career Services provides extensive support for DMACC graduates to attain the
career they are seeking.
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Monthly on-campus recruiting events
Various on-campus interviews and networking events
Direct referral pipeline available for certain programs
Resumé and cover letter assistance, mock interviews, job search assistance
Online Job Board specific for DMACC students and alumni, approximately 200 jobs per month!
DMACC provides the education that supplies the workforce in Central Iowa
Here are just a few of the major employers of DMACC Graduates: Principal Financial, Accumold, Unity Point
Health, Wells Fargo, Des Moines Golf and Country Club, Windstream Communications, DuPont Pioneer, John
Deere, American Home Shield, Dewey Ford, EMC Insurance, Pella Corporation, Polk County Sheriff’s Office,
Marriott, Baker Electric, Polk County Attorney’s Office, Townsend Engineering, Childserve and many more.
With more internships, business and employment opportunities and the fastest growing population in the state
of Iowa, DMACC provides the education and DMACC graduates provide the workforce.
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There are a lot of hands-on learning
techniques that helped me understand the
materials better. They made it easier to meet
new people in class with group activities,
which made class more enjoyable. All the
professors were willing to help you if you
didn’t understand something. They worked
with me to figure out financial aid and student
loans. Having my CNA gives me a background
in the medical field and has really gotten
me excited for what is to come in my future
in nursing.
—Sami
Nursing,
Ankeny Campus
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Four easy steps to get started
SENIORS—Ready for the next step?
JUNIORS—Your senior year is coming fast.
Have you:
 Applied to DMACC?
 Submitted your ACT scores or completed
the COMPASS/ALEKS Math Assessment?
 Applied for financial aid and DMACC
scholarships?
DMACC is adding and expanding programs and
housing options yearly.
PROSPECTIVE
STUDENT
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Explore
 PROGRAMS
 COMPARE TUITION
 VISIT DMACC
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 HOUSING OPTIONS
 CHOOSE YOUR CAREER
For more information on how DMACC can assist you,
visit www.dmacc.edu, call 800-362-2127 or visit with
a DMACC representative in your school.
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Apply
3
Plan
4
Enroll
 SUBMIT APPLICATION
 FINANCIAL AID
 ORIENTATION
 ASSESSMENT TESTING
 SCHOLARSHIPS
 REGISTRATION
 PROGRAM ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
 BUY BOOKS
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THREE WAYS
TO VISIT A DMACC CAMPUS
No. 1: D
ISCOVER DMACC DAYS
2015–2016
Discover DMACC Days are geared toward 11th and 12th grade high school
students looking to explore DMACC as a college option. Each day includes
a campus tour with general information on the programs that interest you,
admission and financial aid sessions, and an opportunity to hear from
current DMACC students.
Register in advance by calling 800-362-2127, ext. 7100, or by going to
our website at www.dmacc.edu/discover. Space is limited for each
Discover DMACC Day, so please register soon!
ANKENY CAMPUS
FALL 2015
Wednesday, September 30 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Friday, October 2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Wednesday, November 4. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Friday, November 13 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Saturday, November 14. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Friday, November 20. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
9am to noon
9am to noon
5:30pm to 7pm
9am to noon
9am to noon
9am to noon
SPRING 2016
Friday, February 5 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Saturday, February 6. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Friday, March 25. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Wednesday, April 6. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Friday, April 15 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Wednesday, April 20. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
9am to noon
9am to noon
9am to noon
5:30pm to 7pm
9am to noon
9am to noon
BOONE CAMPUS
Friday, October 9. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10am to noon
Wednesday, January 20* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5:30pm to 7pm
Friday, April 1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10am to noon
*Free admission to DMACC Men’s and Women’s Basketball
No. 2: C
AREER DISCOVERY
DAYS 2015–2016
Friday, March 4 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Career Discovery Day
NEWTON CAMPUS
Career Discovery Days are available at all campus locations and
geared toward 8th–10th graders; however, 11th and 12th graders are
welcome to attend. The purpose is to help students explore different
career pathways and gain exposure to future educational and career
options. Each day may include hands-on activities and interactive
sessions, business tours, and the opportunity to hear from business
and industry professionals.
Thursday, February 11 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Career Discovery Day
Registration and additional information can be found at
www.dmacc.edu/CareerDiscovery or call 515-965-7117.
Space is limited so please register soon!
Tuesday, November 3 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Career Discovery Day
Thursday, March 3 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Career Discovery Day
ANKENY CAMPUS
Thursday, September 24 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Discover Auto & Diesel Day
Thursday, October 1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Discover Engineering
Technology Day
Friday, April 1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Discover Auto & Diesel Day
Tuesday, April 5 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Discover Healthcare Day
Wednesday, April 6 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Discover Education Day
Thursday, April 21. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Discover Engineering Day
TBD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Discover Creative
Technologies Day
CARROLL CAMPUS
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HUNZIKER CAMPUS
Tuesday, September 22. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Career Discovery Day
Tuesday, February 23 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Career Discovery Day
PERRY CAMPUS
Tuesday, October 27 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Career Discovery Day
Tuesday, March 22. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Career Discovery Day
SOUTHRIDGE CAMPUS
URBAN CAMPUS
Thursday, October 29 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Career Discovery Day
Thursday, March 24 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Career Discovery Day
WEST DES MOINES CAMPUS
Monday, September 21 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Discover IT Careers Day
Monday, April 11 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Discover IT Careers Day
No. 3: I NDIVIDUAL OR
SMALL GROUP TOUR
To schedule an individual or small group tour of any DMACC campus,
call 515-965-7100, or visit www.dmacc.edu/tours.
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ANKENY • BOONE • CARROLL • NEWTON • URBAN/DES MOINES • WEST DES MOINES
DMACC AT PERRY VANKIRK CAREER ACADEMY | DMACC CAREER ACADEMY, HUNZIKER CENTER, AMES
DMACC TRANSPORTATION INSTITUTE | EVELYN K. DAVIS CENTER FOR WORKING FAMILIES
DMACC CENTER FOR CAREER & PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT AT SOUTHRIDGE | DMACC CAPITOL CENTER
Nondiscrimination Policy
Des Moines Area Community College shall not engage in or allow discrimination covered by law. This includes harassment based on race, color, national origin, creed, religion, sex (including pregnancy and marital status), sexual
orientation, gender identity, age, disability and genetic information. Veteran status in educational programs, activities, employment practices or admission procedures is also included to the extent covered by law. Individuals
who believe they have been discriminated against may file a complaint through the College Discrimination Complaint Procedure (ES4645). Complaint forms may be obtained from the Campus Provost’s office, the Academic
Dean’s office, the Judicial Officer, or the EEO/AA Officer, Human Resources. For requests for accommodations, the Accommodation/Section 504/ADA Coordinator can be contacted at 515-964-6857. For Title IX questions and
concerns, contact 515-964-6850.
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