Students attend Iowa Health in Des Moines, IA, a medium-sized city. The school is proud of its Christian Methodist Episcopal status. Iowa Health is a private, not-for-profit institution. The school degrees go up to the Associate's degree.
Iowa Health is selective and does not offer open admission. One sign of prestige is that the school only let in 36% of those who applied in 2007-2008.
There are 21 students at Iowa Health (as of 2007-2008).
The school reports its educational mission is:
"To educate students in the art and science of radiologic technology and to create an environment that provides support for students to help them become competent and caring healthcare professionals."
More complete details are provided below.
Iowa Health Des Moines School Of Radiologic Technology
1200 Pleasant St
Des Moines, IA 50309-1453
General Phone: (515) 241-6883
http://www.iowahealth.org
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Medical Support and Technology | 9 | radiation therapist |
Number of programs and degrees for Iowa Health in 2008-2009:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Award of at least 2 but less than 4 academic years | 9 | 1 |
In 2007-2008, Iowa Health had a total enrollment of 21 students (19 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 8% |
| Women | 92% |
| Full-Time | 100% |
| Part-Time | 0% |
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 100% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 90% |
| Black | 5% |
| Hispanic | 5% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| 20-21 | 10% |
| 22-24 | 24% |
| 25-29 | 43% |
| 30-34 | 10% |
| 35-39 | 14% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 75 % |
The school does not offer campus housing.
(Please refer to our profile of Des Moines, Iowa for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other Iowa Colleges).
The school does not offer students a meal plan.
Acceptances:
| Group | Applicants | Accepted | Percent Accepted | Enrolled | Percent of Accepted Enrolled |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 33 | 12 | 36% | 12 | 100% |
| Men | 6 | 1 | 17% | 1 | 100% |
| Women | 27 | 11 | 41% | 11 | 100% |
Application Requirements:
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| GPA | required |
| Class Rank | not required |
| High School Record | required |
| College Prep Program | required |
| Recommendations | not required |
| Formal Demonstration of Competence | not required |
| Standardized Tests (SAT and/or ACT) | recommended |
| TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) | recommended |
| Other Standardized Tests | not required |
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 3,300 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 3,300 |
| Books and supplies | $ 650 |
Financial Aid:
Iowa Health participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 626700)
MEDICAL SUPPORT AND TECHNOLOGY
Medical Radiologic Technology/Science - Radiation Therapist
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Iowa Health Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| % of accepted students who choose to enroll (vs. all colleges) | Top 1% | ![]() ![]() |
| Selectivity (based on % of applicants accepted) (vs. all colleges) | Top 11% | ![]() |
| Lowest tuition & fees (in-state) (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 13% | ![]() |
| Female % of student body (colleges not offering open-admission) | Top 16% | ![]() |
Notable:
Christian Methodist Episcopal affiliation
Accepts some high school credits
Career counseling
Student employment services
On-campus day care
Remedial classes for students
On-campus library
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