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Iowa State University

Iowa State University is a large, public institution located in Ames, ia. Founded in 1858, Iowa State University offers undergraduate degrees in 323 majors.

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4 Year, Public

Division 1

25,332 undergraduates

$10,497 undergraduate tuition

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Admissions

Will I get into Iowa State University? Here’s what we know about who has! SAT/ACT scores are considered but not required to apply. Check here for college application deadline info or visit the school’s website.

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Acceptance rate 89.1%

SAT score average 1199

ACT score average 24

Average high school GPA 3.75

Application fee $40

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Academics

The degree program or major you pursue is major! Iowa State University is known for one of its top majors: Mechanical Engineering. Their student-faculty ratio is 18:1.

Graduation rate

Retention Rate

18 :1

Student to faculty ratio

Popular degree programs

Engineering and Technology

Business and Management

Computer Science and Information Technology

Health and Medical Professions

Arts, Design, and Humanities

Agriculture, Food, and Animal Sciences

Education and Teaching

Popular majors

Mechanical Engineering

Business Administration, Management and Operations

Computer Engineering

Marketing

Finance and Financial Management Services

Health and Physical Education/Fitness

Design and Applied Arts

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Annual tuition & cost

In state

Undergraduate tuition $10,497

Additional expenses

Room & board $9,726

Books & supplies $1,091

Other expenses $2,890

Cost of attendance* $24,204

Average financial aid package $15,665

Estimated cost $8,539 See my potential costs

Out of state

Undergraduate tuition $27,683

Additional expenses

Room & board $9,726

Books & supplies $1,091

Other expenses $2,890

Cost of attendance* $41,390

Average financial aid package $15,665

Estimated cost $25,725 See my potential costs

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*Cost of attendance is the average expenses including tuition, room, board and other estimated living expenses.

Scholarships from Iowa State University

Scholarships are a great way to cover your education costs—it’s free money you don’t need to pay back. Check out these opportunities and apply!

Iowa State University of Science and Technology Transfer Expedition Award No essay $6,000 Apply Now

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Scott Rohlf Presidential Leadership Initiative Award No essay $1,000 Apply Now

Student population

Who’s going to be there? Iowa State University has a total undergraduate enrollment of 25,332, with gender binary students split 56% male and 44% female.

Total enrollment

30,177

Enrollment by gender

Male

Female

Enrollment & ethnicity

White %

71%

African American %

Hispanic American %

Asian %

Native American %

Hawaiian/Pacific Islander %

Multiracial %

Unknown %

12%

Student type

Full-time

Living on campus

International

Campus life

Find your people & try new things

At Iowa State University, students love their Greek Life. Student athletes compete in Division 1 sports.

Campus info

1750 Beardshear Hall, Ames, IA 50011

5152945836

https://www.iastate.edu/

Popular clubs & activities

Greek life

Intramural sports

Club sports

Athletics

NCAA Division levelDivision 1

Varsity sportsYes

Intramural sportsYes

Greek life

Female

Male

Frequently asked questions

Get answers to common questions about Iowa State University to help you figure out where you want to apply.

Where is Iowa State University?

Iowa State University is located in Ames, ia.

What is the acceptance rate at Iowa State University?

The acceptance rate for Iowa State University is 89%.

What’s the average GPA for Iowa State University?

The average high school GPA for Iowa State University students was 3.75.

How much does it cost for 4 years at Iowa State University?

The estimated cost for 4 years at Iowa State University including tuition, room and board, and books and other fees is $96,816.

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