by our College Data Analytics TeamWe've pulled together some essential information you should know about the program, including how many students graduate each year, the ethnic diversity of these students, and more. We've also included details on how DMACC ranks compared to other colleges offering a major in design.
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The bachelor's program at DMACC was ranked #85 on College Factual's Best Schools for design list.
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Out-of-state part-time undergraduates at DMACC paid an average of $370 per credit hour in 2022-2023. The average for in-state students was $185 per credit hour. Information about average full-time undergraduate tuition and fees is shown in the table below.
| In State | Out of State | |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $5,550 | $11,100 |
| Books and Supplies | $810 | $810 |
| On Campus Room and Board | $8,190 | $8,190 |
| On Campus Other Expenses | $2,358 | $2,358 |
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DMACC does not offer an online option for its design bachelor’s degree program at this time. To see if the school offers distance learning options in other areas, visit the DMACC Online Learning page.
For the most recent academic year available, 39% of design associate's degrees went to men and 61% went to women.
The majority of associate's degree recipients in this major at DMACC are white. In the most recent graduating class for which data is available, 77% of students fell into this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from Des Moines Area Community College with a associate's in design.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 6 |
| Black or African American | 0 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 1 |
| White | 34 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 1 |
| Other Races | 2 |
| Related Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Film, Video & Photographic Arts | 7 |
