Des Moines Area Community College, Ankeny

What Des Moines Area Community College, Ankeny does

Des Moines Area Community College (DMACC) is a publicly funded two-year community college headquartered at 2006 S. Ankeny Blvd. in Ankeny, Iowa, founded in 1966 and operating under Iowa state law with a publicly elected Board of Directors. The college is Iowa's largest by enrollment, serving nearly 60,000 credit and noncredit students annually across 6 main campuses (Ankeny, Boone, Carroll, Des Moines/Urban, Newton, West Des Moines) and 7 specialized centers, supplemented by online learning. Its core product is affordable higher education: over 220 programs, certificates, and transfer degrees organized into 10 academic pathways, with an average in-person class size of 18 students. Supporting infrastructure includes counseling, career services, child development and dental hygiene clinics, student housing (Borgen Square), Trail Point Aquatics & Wellness, Phi Theta Kappa and Honors programs, and free DART public transit access.

DMACC serves six primary customer segments: traditional college students, first-generation college students, adult learners (HiSET, ELL, CDL, CNA), high school dual-enrollment students, international students from 9 Iowa Sister States, and veterans/military personnel. The business model is a hybrid of public funding (state appropriations, property taxes, and federal adult education grants — $4.3M allocated to Iowa) and tuition revenue (resident rates; international students pay non-resident tuition at approximately $10,800 annually). Auxiliary revenue comes from the DMACC Foundation (charitable giving and scholarships, including a 100% Valedictorian Scholarship), transcript services ($5 electronic), clinical services (dental hygiene), and continuing education. Underlying technology consists of standard community college learning management and student information systems (Ellucian CRM Recruit for inquiry capture, myDMACC student portal, National Student Clearinghouse for transcripts); no proprietary AI/ML technology is disclosed.

DMACC is undergoing a presidential transition: former president Rob Denson retired in December 2025, Liang Chee Wee served as interim president, and Lori Suddick — previously president of College of Lake County, Illinois — begins as fifth president and CEO on June 15, 2026. Recent strategic moves include the opening of a First-Generation Student Success Hub in January 2026, formal transfer partnerships with Iowa State University, and continued international student outreach through Iowa Sister States agreements.

Name

Des Moines Area Community College, Ankeny

Legal name

Des Moines Area Community College

Website

https://dmacc.edu

Company type

Private

Founded year

1966

Operating status

Operating

Short description

Des Moines Area Community College (DMACC) is a publicly funded two-year college and Iowa's largest by enrollment, serving nearly 60,000 credit and noncredit students annually across 6 campuses and 7 centers with 220+ programs at the state's lowest tuition.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Community College Education

NAICS

Junior Colleges (6112), Junior Colleges (61121), Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools (6113)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro primary industry

Comprehensive Community Colleges (Transfer + Workforce) (EDAHADAE)

Keywords

• Community college education
• Associate degree programs
• Adult education services
• Workforce training
• Transfer degree pathways

Headquarters

HQ city

Ankeny

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices13 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Supply Chain

Revenue model

1. Tuition and Fees: Revenue from student tuition and fees, with international students paying double the resident rate per credit hour. Federal funding supports adult education programs including HiSET, English language learning, and job training programs such as CDL and CNA licensing.
2. DMACC Foundation Donations: The DMACC Foundation works cooperatively with individual donors, local businesses, and support organizations to fund student scholarships, facility and program enhancements through charitable giving.
3. Public Funding: Publicly supported two-year educational institution receiving state and federal funding for educational programs and operations.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels9 records

Core offering

DMACC is a public two-year community college delivering affordable associate degrees, diplomas, certificates, and transfer pathways across 10 academic and career-focused pathways, organized into more than 220 programs. It serves nearly 60,000 credit and noncredit students annually through six main campuses, seven additional centers, and online learning, supported by student services such as counseling, career services, athletics, housing, and a foundation scholarship program.

Product overview

Des Moines Area Community College (DMACC) is a multi-campus community college offering over 220 academic programs across 10 pathways. The institution operates 6 main campuses (Ankeny, Boone, Carroll, Des Moines/Urban, Newton, West Des Moines) plus additional centers. Core offerings include credit and noncredit academic programs, athletic teams (DMACC Bears), fitness and recreational facilities (Trail Point Aquatics & Wellness, Boone Student Activity Center), student support services (counseling, career services, tutoring), special programs (Honors Program, Phi Theta Kappa chapters, TRIO/SSS), and community services (dental clinic, child development center, food pantry). The college serves nearly 60,000 students annually with educational, athletic, wellness, and support services.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Trail Point Aquatics & Wellness: Fitness and aquatic facility serving DMACC students and the public
• Borgen Square Apartments
• DMACC Bears
• DMACC Dental Hygiene Clinic

Products and services

• Academic Programs and Degrees Associate degrees, diplomas, and certificates across 10 academic and career-focused pathways for students seeking affordable higher education or university transfer.
• DMACC Honors Program Academic program for high-achieving students requiring 13 honors credits, offering tuition waivers, priority registration, and honors notation on transcripts.
• Trail Point Aquatics & Wellness Fitness and aquatic facility at the Ankeny Campus offering an 8-lane competition pool, family pool, exercise equipment, racquetball courts, gymnasiums, and track; free to students taking 6+ credits and open to the public via membership.
• DMACC Boone Student Activity Center Recreational facility at the Boone Campus providing a fitness room, weight room with custom Power Lift equipment, and gymnasium facilities for students, faculty, staff, and the community.
• Borgen Square Apartments Housing On-campus apartment housing at the Boone Campus with 208-student capacity, offering 4-bedroom/2-bath units with kitchens, washer/dryer, and utilities included.
• DMACC Child Development Center Laboratory school childcare facility for children 8 weeks to 5 years old of DMACC students and staff, accredited by NAEYC and rated 5-star QRS, operating as a teaching lab for early childhood education students.
• DMACC Dental Hygiene Clinic Educational dental clinic at Ankeny providing assessment, cleaning, X-rays, oral cancer screening, fluoride, and sealants for patients at reduced rates, open Tuesdays and Thursdays.
• DMACC Counseling Services Mental health counseling and advocacy services for enrolled students, providing support for academic difficulties, personal concerns, anxiety, depression, and wellness, available at no cost.
• DMACC Career Services Career development services providing job leads, resume assistance, career counseling, and job postings through the Handshake platform at no cost to students and alumni.
• DMACC Library and Computer Labs Library services and computer lab access across all campuses providing research materials, study rooms, 40+ computer workstations, printing services, and interlibrary loan.
• DMACC Bear Essentials Food Pantry Food pantry service open to all DMACC community members providing free groceries including produce, meat, eggs, dairy, frozen meals, and shelf-stable foods weekly.
• DMACC Foundation and Scholarships Foundation managing charitable giving and scholarship programs including Valedictorian Scholarship covering 100% tuition for two years plus $500 annual book stipend.
• DMACC Alumni Association Alumni association serving over 60,000 graduates with benefits including bookstore discounts, library access, job placement assistance, and travel opportunities through Collette partnership.
• International Student Services and Programs Services for international students including I-20 processing, English proficiency requirements (TOEFL, IELTS, Duolingo accepted), financial verification, and orientation for F-1 visa holders.
• Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society Chapters International honor society with six chapters at DMACC locations, requiring 12+ credit hours with 3.5+ GPA, offering scholarships, leadership opportunities, and transfer benefits.
• DMACC Student Activities and Clubs Campus activities and student organizations including Student Activities Council, academic clubs, cultural groups, and recreational sports across all DMACC campuses.
• Adult Education Programs (HiSET, ELL, CDL, CNA) Adult education programs including HiSET high school equivalency, English language learning (ELL), and job training such as CDL and CNA licensing.

Quantifiable outcome

• Nearly 60,000 credit and noncredit students served each year
• +4 more outcomes

Named customers3 records

Segments6 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Partnerships

Twelve partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Ankeny Community School DistrictcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership for Trail Point Aquatics & Wellness Center featuring an 8-lane competition swimming pool. The facility is adjacent to Ankeny Schools facilities and brings people of all ages onto the Ankeny Campus to participate in programs and services.
• Iowa Sister StatesminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerIowa's public-private non-profit organization promoting cultural and economic partnerships. DMACC recognizes sister state relationships allowing individuals from specific regions to be eligible for resident tuition fees: Hebei Province (China), Kosovo, Veneto (Italy), Yamanashi Prefecture (Japan), Terengganu (Malaysia), Yucatan (Mexico), Stavropol Krai (Russia), Taiwan, and Cherkasy Oblast (Ukraine).
• ColletteminorGTM or Marketing PartnerTravel partner offering national and international travel opportunities for alumni. When alums register for trips, a percentage of proceeds goes to support student scholarships at DMACC.
• DART (Des Moines Area Regional Transit)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerDART Unlimited Access Partner providing free bus transportation for all enrolled DMACC students, faculty, and staff. Students access free rides through the myDART mobile app using their dmacc.edu email address.
• Iowa Community College Athletic Conference (ICCAC)coreOthersAthletic conference membership for DMACC Bears athletics programs participating in NJCAA Region XI Division II Sports.
• National Junior College Athletic Association (NJCAA)coreOthersNational governing body for two-year college athletics. DMACC participates in NJCAA Region XI Division II Sports with all athletic programs located at the Boone Campus.
• Iowa State UniversitycoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerTransfer partnership and articulation agreement. No charge to send DMACC credit transcript to Iowa State University via EDI Transcript Request. Iowa State also recognizes DMACC Phi Theta Kappa members for transfer scholarships.
• Grand View UniversityminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerTransfer institution offering Honors Program transfer opportunities for DMACC Honors Program graduates.
• Simpson CollegeminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerTransfer institution offering scholarships and transfer opportunities for DMACC students.
• University of IowaminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerArticulation agreement for transfer of DMACC credits and honors program recognition.
• Power Lift (Jefferson)minorOthersEquipment supplier for the Boone Campus weight room. Power Lift handcrafted the custom-made weight room equipment, the same business that developed the weight room for the Green Bay Packers.
• National Student ClearinghousecoreTechnology or IntegrationOfficial transcript ordering and delivery service. DMACC issues official electronic transcripts through the Clearinghouse for $5 per copy, with delivery in a few hours when accurate information is provided.

Scale indicators11 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Direct peers

• Indian Hills Community College: Ottumwa-based Iowa community college with multiple campuses and aviation/industrial programs. Comparable Iowa community college offering similar credit, transfer, and career-technical programming.
• Kirkwood Community College: Iowa's largest single-campus community college based in Cedar Rapids. Directly comparable to DMACC as an Iowa community college offering associate degrees, transfer pathways, and workforce training at similarly affordable tuition rates.
• Iowa Central Community College: Fort Dodge-based Iowa community college with multiple campuses serving credit, noncredit, and workforce students. Comparable scale and mission to DMACC within the same Iowa community college system.
• North Iowa Area Community College: Mason City-based Iowa community college serving north-central Iowa. Comparable to DMACC as a multi-campus Iowa community college with transfer and workforce tracks.
• Hawkeye Community College: Waterloo/Cedar Falls-based Iowa community college offering associate degrees, transfer programs, and workforce credentials. Directly comparable as a multi-campus Iowa community college competitor.
• College of Lake County: Illinois community college where incoming DMACC president Lori Suddick previously served as president and CEO since 2018. Comparable community college model, scale, and leadership context to DMACC.

Broad incumbents

• Miami Dade College: Largest college in the US by enrollment with multiple campuses and comprehensive community college programming. Comparable to DMACC in scale, mission, and breadth of credit, transfer, and workforce offerings.
• Lone Star College: Texas multi-campus community college system serving the greater Houston region with credit, transfer, and workforce programs. Comparable to DMACC in multi-campus scale and community college mission.
• Ivy Tech Community College: Indiana's statewide community college system, the largest singly-accredited community college in the US. Comparable to DMACC as a large multi-campus public community college serving similar transfer, workforce, and adult-education populations.
• Houston Community College: One of the largest community college systems in the US serving the Houston metro. Comparable to DMACC in operating scale and breadth of program offerings across multiple campuses.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks4 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/17444942075
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/des-moines-area-community-college
• Instagraminstagram.com/dmacc_bears
• Xx.com/dmaccnews

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Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles6 records

Subsidiaries3 records

Funding overview

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