Core Classes

These DMACC core courses transfer to Iowa State University, University of Iowa, University of Northern Iowa and other Private Institutions.

The DMACC course catalog lists more course offerings that may also transfer to your desired transfer institution and program. Electives can be chosen from courses below or any area of interest or discipline in the DMACC course catalog.

Communications: 9 Credits

Social & Behavioral Sciences: 9 Credits

To fulfill this requirement, you must take three courses in three different areas of study (three different class prefixes).

  • Correct Example: ECN120, GEO111, SOC120.
  • Incorrect Example: SOC110, SOC115, SOC120. All three of these begin with the SOC prefix.

Math & Science: 9 Credits

Special Note For Math Classes. Your ALEKS score may require a prerequisite math course (MAT034, MAT053, MAT063, MAT064 or MAT073) before taking pathway classes.

NOTE: Students must have a science course with a lab.

Humanities: 9 Credits

Diversity Courses

Distributed Requirements courses: 10 Credits

You must take SDV 108, and complete 9 credits worth any courses on this page that you haven't already taken.

Elective Courses: 18 Credits

Any class that doesn't count toward the above requirements can be fulfilled as an elective. Also, courses transferred in from other institutions, including DMACC Career Advantage/Academy, that do not count toward a requirement, will be considered as an a elective course.