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Des Moines University-Osteopathic Medical Center

Des Moines University

West Des Moines, Iowa 50266

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Private rural college in West Des Moines

Des Moines University-Osteopathic Medical Center is a private rural institution in West Des Moines, Iowa. The school is accessible to a wide range of students.

Established
1898
Type
Private medical school

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News & Alerts

program2026-03-15

Des Moines University-Osteopathic Medical Center Launches New Data Science Minor

Starting Fall 2026, students can pursue an interdisciplinary data science minor combining CS, statistics, and domain courses.

tuition2026-02-28

Tuition Increase Announced for 2026-27

The board of trustees approved a 3.2% tuition increase for the upcoming academic year, in line with peer institutions.

Admissions Intel

Yield Rate

35.0%

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Cost & Financial Aid

Sticker Price

Tuition—

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Net price reflects most recent cohort of federally-aided undergraduates.

Debt & Aid Detail

Net Price Trend

Tuition Trend

Graduate w/ Zero Debt

35.0%

Avg Tuition Increase

3.2%/yr

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Campus Safety

Total Incidents (2024)

12

Peer Average

13

3-Year Trend

Emergency System

Campus police, emergency alert system, blue-light phones

Incident Breakdown (2024)

2

Burglary

0

Aggravated Assault

0

Robbery

1

Motor Vehicle Theft

2

Sex Offenses

0

Arson

4

Drug Arrests

3

Liquor Arrests

Source: U.S. Department of Education Campus Safety & Security data (Clery Act, 2024 reporting year).

Programs (10)

Student Life

Student Satisfaction

Retention Rate

85%

Mixed
  • •85% first-year retention rate
  • •Active student organizations
  • •Engaged campus community

Mental Health Services

Counselor Ratio

1:350

24/7 Crisis Line

Yes

Free Sessions

12 per year

Avg Wait

5 days

Walk-in hours available weekdays

Disability Services

Dedicated OfficeOffice of Disability Services
Extended test timeNote-taking assistanceHousing accommodationsAccessible transportation

ADA-compliant campus with ongoing accessibility improvements

Dining

Rating

★★★★☆

Score

4/5

Meal Plan

$6,200/yr

VegetarianVeganGluten-freeHalalKosher

Multiple dining halls with farm-to-table options

Student Body

Undergrads
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Rankings

U.S. News
#45
↑2
vs 2024
Forbes
#52
↓1
vs 2024
Niche
#38
↑3
vs 2024

More About This School

History & Fun Facts

  • •History The Des Moines University Medical Clinic Des Moines University was founded in 1898 as the Dr.
  • •In 1958, the institution was renamed the College of Osteopathic Medicine and Surgery.
  • •In 1963, the first satellite clinic was established.

Source: Wikipedia

Location & Lifestyle

Cost of Living

112Above Average

Housing and food costs are higher than national average

Climate (School Year)

68°
Sep
55°
Oct
42°
Nov
30°
Dec
25°
Jan
28°
Feb
38°
Mar
50°
Apr
62°
May
Snowfall: 48"Sunny days: 200Rainy days: 120

Nearest Cities

Bostonpop. 675,647
90 miles(95 min)
Hartfordpop. 121,054
60 miles(70 min)

Transit Scores

BikeableCampus shuttle: Free campus shuttle runs 7am-midnight
72
Walk Score
45
Transit Score
68
Bike Score

Local Economy

Unemployment Rate3.2%
Top Employers
UniversityRegional Medical CenterTech corridor firms
Key Industries
EducationHealthcareTechnology

Getting There

Nearest Airports

MCI Kansas City162 mi
MSP Minneapolis-St Paul233 mi
STL St Louis265 mi

Distance to Cities

Boston, MA1167 mi · ~33h 43m drive
New York, NY1030 mi · ~29h 45m drive
Hartford, CT1089 mi · ~31h 28m drive
Providence, RI1153 mi · ~33h 19m drive
Albany, NY1029 mi · ~29h 44m drive
Syracuse, NY907 mi · ~26h 12m drive
Rochester, NY834 mi · ~24h 6m drive
Buffalo, NY769 mi · ~22h 13m drive
Philadelphia, PA981 mi · ~28h 20m drive
Pittsburgh, PA724 mi · ~20h 55m drive
Harrisburg, PA887 mi · ~25h 37m drive
Newark, NJ1022 mi · ~29h 31m drive
Washington, DC902 mi · ~26h 3m drive
Baltimore, MD917 mi · ~26h 29m drive
Atlanta, GA745 mi · ~21h 31m drive
Charlotte, NC826 mi · ~23h 52m drive
Raleigh, NC909 mi · ~26h 16m drive
Miami, FL1339 mi · ~38h 41m drive
Orlando, FL1139 mi · ~32h 54m drive
Tampa, FL1137 mi · ~32h 51m drive
Nashville, TN530 mi · ~15h 19m drive
New Orleans, LA828 mi · ~23h 55m drive
Richmond, VA914 mi · ~26h 24m drive
Chicago, IL320 mi · ~9h 15m drive
Detroit, MI556 mi · ~16h 4m drive
Minneapolis, MN239 mi · ~6h 54m drive
St. Louis, MO278 mi · ~8h 2m drive
Kansas City, MO173 mi · ~5h drive
Indianapolis, IN420 mi · ~12h 8m drive
Columbus, OH576 mi · ~16h 38m drive
Cleveland, OH627 mi · ~18h 7m drive
Milwaukee, WI319 mi · ~9h 13m drive
Dallas, TX627 mi · ~18h 7m drive
Houston, TX819 mi · ~23h 40m drive
Austin, TX809 mi · ~23h 22m drive
San Antonio, TX877 mi · ~25h 20m drive
Los Angeles, CA1424 mi · ~41h 8m drive
San Francisco, CA1536 mi · ~44h 22m drive
San Diego, CA1417 mi · ~40h 56m drive
Seattle, WA1455 mi · ~42h 2m drive
Portland, OR1463 mi · ~42h 16m drive
Denver, CO598 mi · ~17h 17m drive
Phoenix, AZ1143 mi · ~33h 1m drive
Salt Lake City, UT940 mi · ~27h 9m drive
Honolulu, HI3931 mi · ~113h 34m drive
Mid-Atlantic / Central (moderate winters, warm summers)

Visit Planning

Suggested Itinerary

9:00 AMArrive & park
Visitor parking lot
Free parking with visitor pass
9:30 AMCheck in at Admissions
Admissions Office
10:00 AMInformation session
Welcome Center
45 minutes
11:00 AMCampus tour
Starts at Welcome Center
75 minutes, student-led
12:30 PMLunch
Main Dining Hall
Visitor meal passes available
1:30 PMDepartment visit
Academic buildings
Schedule with department directly
2:30 PMExplore campus independently
Library, student center, residence halls

Airport Transit

Kansas City (MCI)162 miles
Rental car
243 min$40-60/day
Shuttle/rideshare
324 min$194-324
Minneapolis-St Paul (MSP)233 miles
Rental car
350 min$40-60/day
Shuttle/rideshare
466 min$280-466

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