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Iowa State University

Ames, IA • public • I | Big 12
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Acceptance
89.1%
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Grad Rate
75%
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Cost
$22,950 / $41,044

Overview

Institution Type
public
Campus Setting
Urban (City: Small)
Student Population
Undergrad: 26,641 • Total: 32,133
Academic Calendar
Semester
Address
Ames, IA
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Website
www.iastate.edu
Region
Plains
Carnegie Classification
R1: Doctoral Universities – Very High Research Activity

Student Demographics

Gender Distribution
Male: 14,739 (55.3%) • Female: 11,902 (44.7%)

Admissions & Selectivity

Acceptance Rate
89.1%
20,496 admitted from 22,995 applicants
SAT Score Range (25th-75th percentile)
Reading: 550-660
Math: 560-690
Total: 1110-1350
ACT Composite Range (25th-75th percentile)
21-28
Application Types Offered
RD —
Application Requirements
—
Application Fee
$55
Financial Aid Forms
FAFSA only
Deadlines
Rolling: Rolling

Academic Outcomes

6-Year Graduation Rate
75.5%
4-Year Graduation Rate
54.5%
Freshman Retention Rate
88.0%

Cost & Financial Aid

Total Cost of Attendance (2022-23)
In-State
$22,950
Tuition + Room & Board + Books
Out-of-State
$41,044
Tuition + Room & Board + Books
Annual Tuition & Fees (2022-23)
In-state: $9,252
Out-of-state: $27,346
Room & Board
$10,808
Books & Supplies
$2,890
Students Receiving Pell Grants
19%

🏈 Athletics

NCAA Division
I
Conference
Big 12
Men's Sports (5)
Basketball (FBS) Football (FBS) Golf (FBS) Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) (FBS) Wrestling (FBS)
Women's Sports (9)
Basketball Golf Gymnastics Soccer Softball Swimming and Diving (combined) Tennis Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) Volleyball
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Common questions about Iowa State University

What is Iowa State University's acceptance rate?
Iowa State University accepts 89% of applicants, from 22,995 applications.
How much does Iowa State University cost?
Tuition and fees are $9,252 in-state and $27,346 out-of-state.
What ACT score do you need for Iowa State University?
The middle 50% of admitted students scored between 21 and 28 on the ACT.
What is Iowa State University's graduation rate?
75% of students graduate within six years.