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There’s really no “Iowa nice” way to say it: Drake’s hometown, Des Moines, is kind of a big deal. From art that deserves a standing ovation, to skate parks begging for ollies, Des Moines knows how to mix fun, culture, and professional opportunity. Whether you’re looking to crowdsource for a startup, or crowd surf at our annual 80/35 music festival— you’re in the right place.

You’ll find Drake in a 150-acre oasis within the city—a day’s drive from anywhere in the Midwest and five minutes from the capitol dome, incredible internships, concerts, iconic local restaurants like Zombie Burger and Fong’s Pizza, 600+ miles of trails, an amusement park, and more.

Thanks to its prime location in Iowa’s capital city, Drake is ground zero for presidential debates, music festivals, and once-in-a-lifetime internships—all without the traffic or expense of a large city.

Des Moines Named a Best City for Young Professionals poicygenius.com, 2022

#4 Best Place to Live in the Midwest in 2023—2024

U.S. News & World Report, 2023

#3 Best Market for Recent College Graduates Zillow, 2023

You’ll have so many meaningful, fun, important, crazy, unbelievable moments during your time as a Drake Bulldog. And, while you’re making those memories and lifetime connections, you’ll also gain advantages that give you a jump-start on your future.