Des Moines University-Osteopathic Medical Center

Des Moines University, also known as DMU, was founded in 1898 as the Dr. S.S. Still College of Osteopathy. The campus of the university sits atop an area of over 20 acres. The university is organized into the following colleges:

• College of Osteopathic Medicine
• College of Podiatry Medicine
• College of Surgery

Des Moines University has an active student life and is home to several clubs and organizations including American College of Osteopathic Family Physicians, American College of Foot & Ankle Orthopedics and Medicine, The Association of Military Osteopathic Physicians and Surgeons, International Medical Club, and Holistic Medicine Club among others. The Student Government Associations also plays an active role in the overall development of the students.

Highlights

Where the school stands out most compared to other schools (details below):

• Many students concentrating in medicine, therapy and counseling, and medical adminstration.
• Large number of students.
• High faculty salary.

Other important characteristics:

• Faculty tenure system
• On-campus hospital
• Library on-campus
• Distance learning available
• Weekend study option

Degrees Awarded (in 2008-2009)

Students

Student enrollment was 1,615 in 2007-2008 (297 full-time equivalent).

graduate students are 18% and those seeking first-professional graduate degrees represent 82%.

Tuition and Other Costs (2008-2009)

Financial Aid: Des Moines University participates in US Title IV financial assistance programs.

Please refer to BrainTrack's financial aid articles section for background information.

Housing and Meals

On-campus housing is not available.