ONE UNIVERSITY — 125 YEARS STRONG
We share a singular mission to develop distinctive health professionals committed to health promotion, the discovery of knowledge and service to the community.

Founded in 1898, Des Moines University is a premier medical and health sciences institution comprising three colleges offering 10 graduate degrees. The programs share a collective strength—a collaborative campus community where students and faculty come together in the pursuit of knowledge and innovation.

Des Moines University creates opportunities by building on its long legacy of providing outstanding education to the nation’s health care professionals and excellent patient care in the DMU Clinic.

Our strong reputation in medicine and health sciences fields is built on the commitment of our faculty who are passionate about training tomorrow's leaders with unmatched dedication and uncompromised intention. Our graduates enter the profession with confidence, compassion, and the determination to improve the lives of others on a daily basis.

MISSION
To improve lives in our global community by educating diverse groups of highly competent and compassionate health professionals.

VISION
Des Moines University will:

• serve as a national leader in healthcare education with vision and focus on training the healthcare leaders
  and workforce of the future.
• be a cultivator of distinctive scholars who collaboratively generate, apply, and integrate new knowledge.
• provide high quality patient care and educational experiences dedicated to improving health and wellness.
• be a leader in community service and will collaborate with key stakeholders, coalitions, and partners on policy issues to support the well-being of our community.
• continue to emerge as a national leader in supporting and educating students, faculty, and staff, to build competencies in diversity, equity, and inclusion.

VALUES

• Accountability:  Taking responsibility for our actions and outcomes.
• Collaboration:  Establishing cooperative relationships and innovative practices to enhance health education and care.
• Honesty: Demonstrating the highest standard of truthful and ethical behavior.
• Inclusiveness:  Embracing a culture of diversity that accepts and respects the unique characteristics of each individual.
• Wellness:  Committing to the well-being of the mind, body and spirit.

A WELCOMING CITY WHERE EDUCATION, OPPORTUNITY AND CULTURAL DIVERSITY ABOUND
Greater Des Moines has a relaxed metropolitan atmosphere and an area population of nearly 700,000 residents.

The Des Moines University campus is located in West Des Moines, a city suburb just over 10 miles from the vibrant downtown center of Des Moines. The metro area has 12 colleges and universities, and nearly 300 houses of worship that represent 79 different denominations or faiths. With miles of bike paths, several lakes and more than 130 parks in the greater Des Moines area, there are plenty of ways to enjoy the outdoors. Des Moines and its suburbs have safe neighborhoods, great public schools, and many kid-focused events, attractions, and programs. Greater Des Moines is a wonderful place to raise a family, and as the third largest insurance center in the world, our city offers an abundance of employment opportunities, low housing costs and a high standard of living.

CAREERS AT DMU

With its bold vision and 10 graduate medical and health sciences degree programs, DMU is preparing tomorrow’s exceptional health workforce. 

MAZING PEOPLE + POWERFUL MISSION = LASTING IMPACT
With its bold vision and 10 graduate medical and health sciences degree programs, Des Moines University is preparing tomorrow's exceptional health workforce. We are proud to be a partner in our local community and a global leader in medical and health sciences education. We emphasize an inclusive culture and strong shared governance to amplify each of our employees’ voices and work, and faculty and staff have exceptional opportunities to learn and collaborate. Our mission is to improve lives in our global community by educating diverse groups of highly competent and compassionate health professionals.