Around Des Moines
Des Moines, Iowa
The Greatest City in the World
Ok, we might be a little biased, but we think Des Moines, Iowa, is pretty great. After all, it’s been our home since 1899! As the state capital, Des Moines is a golden hub of culture and entertainment in the Midwest. We think you’ll like calling it home too!
Why
Des Moines?
Welcome to a community where art and culture meet affordable living, where outdoor adventures happen on winding river trails, and nightlife always beckons.
Short commute times make it easy to experience all the region has to offer. For young professionals, families, and empty nesters alike, DSM is the place to call home (Greater Des Moines Partnership, 2020).
RANKEDON TOP
+ #1 Best Place to Live for Young Professionals — Forbes, 2023
+ #2 Safest Place to Live — U.S. News & World Report, 2021
+ #3 Best Affordable Place to Live in the U.S. — U.S. News & World Report, 2019
+ #7 Best Place for Business and Careers — Forbes, 2018
+ #8 Best Job Market for 2018 — ZipRecruiter, 2018
+ Top 10 Best City for Quality of Life — NerdWallet, 2017
Living in Des Moines
Affordable living, exciting events, growing communities — do we need to keep going?
Downtown Des Moines
Located just a short walk from campus, downtown DSM boasts vibrant fairs and events you won’t want to miss!
In the Heart of Downtown
Visit our Campus!
Our walkable, eight-acre campus sits on the edge of vibrant downtown Des Moines in Iowa’s capital. Learn about our state-of-the-art Academic Center for Excellence, classrooms and healthcare simulation labs for hands-on learning opportunities, on-campus chapel, first-class medical library and more.
