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Best Colleges in Des Moines, Iowa
Top colleges in Des Moines ranked by national standing and graduate outcomes -- updated 2026.
Colleges listed: 3
Avg grad earnings: $62,320
Top Colleges in Des Moines
Nationally ranked schools appear first. Remaining schools are ordered by median graduate earnings.
| # | School | Grad Earnings |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Drake University #182 national | $71,901 |
| 2 | Grand View University #1295 national | $52,824 |
| 3 | Mercy College of Health Sciences #1713 national | $62,234 |
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Excludes for-profit institutions.
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