Overview
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| Location | New Rochelle, New York |
| Online | iona.edu |
| School Type | Private 4 Year |
| Setting | Large Suburban |
| Religious Affiliation | Roman Catholic |
| Size | Mid-size |
| Status | Non-profit |
| On Campus Housing | Yes |
| Level of Study | Undergrad/Graduate |
Iona College, located in suburban New Rochelle approximately 20 miles north of New York City, is a private Catholic institution founded by the Christian Brothers in 1940. The 45-acre campus combines traditional stone buildings with modern academic facilities in a residential setting accessible by public transportation to Manhattan. The college maintains selective undergraduate admission standards and is organized into two main academic units: the School of Arts & Science and the LaPenta School of Business, with particularly strong programs in business administration, mass communication, and education. Iona's NCAA Division I athletic program competes in the Metro Atlantic Athletic Conference, with the men's basketball team regularly participating in the NCAA Tournament. Traditional undergraduate students are required to live on campus for their first two years, with housing available in six residential halls.
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Iona College is rated within the top 45% of four-year colleges nationally and earns a CollegeSimply grade of 6 out of 10. Learn how ratings are calculated
Rankings
Rankings for Iona College within the 2025 CollegeSimply Best Colleges Lists.
#492 in Best Colleges in the U.S.
#345 in Best Private Colleges in the U.S.
#69 in Best Colleges in New York
#48 in Best Private Colleges in New York
#516 in Best Value Colleges in the U.S.
#70 in Best Value Colleges in New York
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Getting In
Admission Standards
| SAT | 1055/1265 |
| ACT | 20/28 |
| GPA | 3.4 |
Applications Accepted
| Applications Due | Feb 15, 2025 |
| Applicant Competition | Very Low |
| Application Fee | $0 |
Annual Cost to Attend
Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,000 |
| Other Fees | $2,200 |
| Room and Board | $18,270 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $1,850 |
| Total One Year Cost | $67,000 |
Outcomes
Average Salary After 10 Years
Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
Popular Areas of Study
| Subject | Percent of Class |
|---|---|
| Business | 37% |
| Communication | 17% |
| Education | 10% |
| Psychology | 9% |
| Health Professions | 7% |
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