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Iowa School of Beauty-Des Moines
Explore one of the most distinguished institutions in IA. Your pathway to a brighter future begins here.
Annual Tuition
$19,756
Average Sticker Price
Admission Rate
Open
Open Admission
Graduation Rate
72.0%
Completion Success
Median Earnings
$25,803
10y Career Outlook
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About Institution
Iowa School of Beauty-Des Moines is a distinguished Private for-profit, 2-Year institution located in Des Moines, IA. With a competitive tuition profile of $19,756, it remains an attractive choice for ambitious students. A strong graduation rate of 72.0% underscores its academic rigor and effective student support systems.
Investment Return
Estimated College ROI Analysis
Total 2-Year Cost
$39,512
Based on sticker tuition
Estimated Payback
N/A
Earnings below HS baseline
Annual Earnings Boost
-$4,197
vs. $30k HS diploma baseline
10-Year Net Gain
-$81,482
Cumulative earnings advantage minus total college cost
20-Year Net Gain
-$123,452
Long-term projected return on your education investment
Below-Baseline Earnings
Graduates of this institution earn below the national HS diploma median ($30k/yr). Individual outcomes vary significantly by program — check the Career Paths section below for field-specific earnings.
ROI estimates use the BLS national median of $30,000/yr for high school diploma holders as a baseline. Actual results vary based on major, career path, location, and individual circumstances. Median graduate debt at Iowa School of Beauty-Des Moines is $6,333.
Student Community
Gender Balance
Ethnic Diversity
Security Audit
Incidents
0
Burglary
0
Theft
0
Assault
0
Robbery
0
Rape
0
Arson
0
Murder
0
Financial Outlook
Total Sticker Price
$19,756
Estimated cost before aid.
Net Price By Income
Debt & Financial Aid
Repayment measured in 2016–17; this federal measure was discontinued.
Grant Aid (IPEDS 2021)
* Most students receive significant grants and scholarships, reducing the actual cost. Grant data from IPEDS Student Financial Aid survey.
Quick Overview
Faculty Ratio
N/A
Retention
23.8%
Success
72.0%
In-State Cost
$19,756
Age 25+ Students
33.8%
Carnegie Class
Carnegie -2
Working at 6yr
175 students
Security Benchmark
Campus vs. City Comparison (Per 100k)
Violent Offenses
PER 100KProperty Crimes
PER 100KStats sourced from institutional reports and municipal data. These rates provide a standardized baseline for comparing safety across different environments.
Living In Des Moines
Off-Campus Market Estimator
Studio
$833
Monthly Average
1 Bedroom
$899
Monthly Average
2 Bedrooms
$1,080
Monthly Average
3 Bedrooms
$
Monthly Average
Data provided by HUD Fair Market Rent (FMR). These estimates assist with financial planning for off-campus housing in the Des Moines metropolitan area.