HSED
If interested in the DMACC Adult High School Diploma Program Contact:
Amy Anderson
aanderson@dmacc.edu
515-633-2435
OR
Daniela Leo
dleo@dmacc.edu
515-287-8702
High School Equivalency Diploma
(HSED) Option #2
DMACC offers a 36 semester credit High School Equivalency Diploma Program for
individuals who have not yet earned their high school diploma. Previously earned high
school credits may be used to transfer in and be applied toward the 36 semester credit
requirement. Upon successful completion, a diploma will be issued at the time of the
individual’s regular high school graduation date.
Basic program requirements are:
Age: Individuals should be 16 years and 9 months of age to enroll. Individuals may start
at age 16, if they are being served by Iowa’s juvenile institutions, are a Job Corps
participant or working with a probation officer.
Documentation: Proof of age is required such as a valid driver’s license, State ID, birth certificate,
passport, military ID or other form of government issued ID. Parental or guardian
consent is required for students under 18, with the exception of students served in
Iowa’s juvenile institutions, Job Corps or working with a probation officer.
Transcripts: Official transcripts from the last high school of attendance are required. For students
under the age of 18, a withdraw notice is also required. Transcripts will be evaluated
by DMACC’s HSED staff to determine which courses and how many credits remain for the
student’s successful completion of the HSED.
HSED Credit Requirements: The High School Equivalency Diploma requires 36 semester credits. This includes 8
semesters of English, 6 semesters of Math, 6 semesters of Science, 6 semesters of
Social Studies including American Government and United States History I & II and
10 semesters of Electives. Previously earned high school credits can be applied toward
the 36 credit requirement. At least 2 credits must be earned through DMACC. Note:
Individuals should be reasonably close to the 36 credit requirement to make this a
viable educational option
Learning Environment: Students who pursue the High School Equivalency Diploma Option, will work in individualized,
self paced, DMACC learning center environments. DMACC instructors are available for
proctoring and assistance.
Course Fees: The charge is $50 per course payable at the time each course is started.
Locations
The following locations offer the DMACC High School Equivalency Diploma (HSED Option
#2)
DMACC – Ankeny Campus
2006 S Ankeny Blvd – Ankeny
DMACC – Newton Campus
600 N 2nd Avenue W – Newton
DMACC - Ames Center
1420 S Bell Avenue
DMACC – Southridge Center
1111 E. Army Post Road – Des Moines
DMACC – West Campus
5959 Grand Avenue – West Des Moines
DMACC Perry VanKirk Career Academy
1011 2nd Ave. – Perry