Overview
Student Population
36,158National Rank
#339| Location | Ames, Iowa |
| Online | iastate.edu |
| School Type | Public 4 Year |
| Size | Large |
| Status | Non-profit |
| On Campus Housing | Yes |
| Religious Affiliation | Undergrad/Graduate |
Located in Ames, Iowa, Iowa State University is a large four year public college offering both undergrad and graduate programs. In the most recent statistical year 19,262 prospective students applied, and 17,208 were granted admission. Of those admitted 5,944 enrolled in the school. 32,169 students are enrolled on a full time basis, and 3,989 attend part time. In-state tuition for 2017/2018, excluding room and board, is $7,456 plus fees of $1,180. ISU is ranked 339 nationally in the CollegeSimply.com 2019 U.S. Colleges Ranking.
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Getting In
Admission Standards
Very High| SAT | 1230/1460 |
| ACT | 22/28 |
| GPA | 3.6 |
Applications Accepted
| Applications Due | Jul 1, 2020 |
| Applicant Competition | Very Low |
Annual Cost to Attend
Iowa Resident Tuition
$7,456| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $994 |
| Other Fees | $1,180 |
| Room and Board | $8,546 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $2,430 |
| Total One Year Cost | $20,606 |
Out of State Tuition
$21,292| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $994 |
| Other Fees | $1,180 |
| Room and Board | $8,546 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $2,430 |
| Total One Year Cost | $34,442 |
Outcomes
Average Salary After 10 Years
$53,700 per yearBachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
68% within 6 yearsPopular Areas of Study
| Subject | Percent of Class |
|---|---|
| Business | 20% |
| Engineering | 17% |
| Agriculture | 9% |
| Visual and Performing Arts | 7% |
| Communication | 5% |
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Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=153603 IPEDS survey data for Iowa State University.
