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Des Moines, IA Career Colleges: Find Accredited Universities and Degree Programs

Published: November, 2010

The greater Des Moines, Iowa area, which spans five counties, has a population of 422,454 as of 2005. The three largest cities in the area are Des Moines, West Des Moines, and Ankeny, with populations of 196,093, 51,699, and 31,144, respectively. Des Moines is home to the Living History Farms, which is a series of historical farm recreations that together comprise the largest outdoor museum in the country.

In 2004, this area of Iowa posted an average personal income of $36,384. According to the U.S. Department of Commerce's Bureau of Economic Analysis, the average Greater Des Moines resident earns just about 10% more than the average American. Average income has grown 7.6% over the past 35 years, which is slightly higher than the national average.

Des Moines' employment picture is highly focused on finance:
  • Greater Des Moines is known as a finance and insurance hub, with approximately 16% of its work force in those two industries. These industries are likely to stay healthy in Des Moines for a long time.
  • The top two employers in the area are Principal Life Insurance and Wells Fargo Bank.
  • Like many other metropolitan areas, the manufacturing industry in Des Moines took a hit around 10 years ago but has steadily recovered to earlier levels.

A recognizable trend in the area is the resurgence of the Des Moines downtown area. New condo complexes dot the landscape, and this new influx of people has encouraged a revitalized entertainment district.

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Schools in Des Moines, Iowa: Degrees, Diplomas, & More

Note: This list also contains online schools that accept students from Iowa.

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University of Phoenix

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At University of Phoenix, we believe everyone deserves access to higher education.

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Campus Locations:
  • West Des Moines
  • Online
Programs:
  • BS in Business/Public Sector
  • Graduate Project Management Certificate
Argosy University

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Argosy University offers doctoral, master's, and bachelor's degree programs to students through its seven colleges: Psychology and Behavioral Sciences, Business, Education, Health Sciences, Undergraduate Studies, The Art Institute of California and Western State College of Law as well as certificate programs in many areas.

Campus Locations:
  • Online
Programs:
  • Psychology (BA) (Online)
  • Teaching and Learning (EdD) (Online)
Walden University

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Earn a respected bachelor's degree, master's degree, or Ph.D. online at Walden University.

Campus Locations:
  • Online
Programs:
  • M.S. in Management - Global Management
  • M.B.A. in Risk Management
USC School of Social Work

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The USC School of Social Work’s MSW@USC offers the opportunity to earn a Master of Social Work degree through the Virtual Academic Center without relocating to Southern California.

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Campus Locations:
  • Online
Programs:
  • Master of Social Work
Arkansas State University Jonesboro

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Work toward your degree with Arkansas State University Jonesboro.

Campus Locations:
  • Online
Programs:
  • Master of Public Administration
  • Master of Science in Education in Special Ed - Gifted, Talented, and Creative
DeVry University

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Five colleges of study.  One clear focus: Your career success.
Earn the respect of employers with a degree you can earn on campus, online or both.

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Campus Locations:
  • Online
Programs:
  • Bachelor's-Accounting
  • Bachelor's - Business Administration - Human Resource Management
Full Sail University - Online

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Learning at Full Sail University has always centered around interaction and the exchange of ideas. Our online curriculum fully embraces this philosophy.

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Campus Locations:
  • Online
Programs:
  • Creative Writing, Master of Fine Arts (Online)
  • Entertainment Business, Master of Science (Online)
Western Governors University

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Online. Accelerated. Affordable. Accredited.

Campus Locations:
  • Online
Programs:
  • M.A. Science Education (5-12, Chemistry)
  • M.S. Information Technology - Network Management
Arizona State University Online

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Why ASU? At ASU, learning online is effective, flexible and smart. Every program delivered online is developed by the same excellent faculty who teach on our campuses, and is designed to engage students and professors in meaningful ways. The result? Our students are an integral part of a New American University.

Campus Locations:
  • Online
Programs:
  • MEd in Teaching and Learning - Gifted Education Focus
  • BA in Religious Studies
University of Texas at Tyler

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Explore your education online with University of Texas at Tyler.

Campus Locations:
  • Online
Programs:
  • Master of Science in Mechanical Engineering
  • Master of Business Administration in Health Care Management
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