Iowa State University
- 4 Year
- AMES, IA
CollegeGrad School
Iowa State University
- 4 Year
- AMES, IA
- Rating 3.82 out of 5 3,761 reviews
Report Card
- Academicsgrade A minus
- Valuegrade A
- Diversitygrade A minus
- Campusgrade A
- Athleticsgrade A
- Party Scenegrade A
- Professorsgrade A
- Locationgrade B+
- Dormsgrade B+
- Campus Foodgrade A minus
- Student Lifegrade A+
- Safetygrade B minus
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Iowa State University Rankings
Niche rankings are based on rigorous analysis of key statistics from the U.S. Department of Education and millions of reviews.
ISU Admissions
Acceptance Rate
92%
Application Deadline
Rolling Admissions
SAT Range
1100-1340
ACT Range
22-28
Application Fee
$40
SAT/ACT
Considered but not required
High School GPA
Required
Early Decision/Early Action
No
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Cost
Net Price
$15,195 / year
National
$15,523Average cost after financial aid for students receiving grant or scholarship aid, as reported by the college.
Average Total Aid Awarded
$8,063 / year
National
$7,535Students Receiving Financial Aid
90%
Scholarship
Academics
Professors
grade A
Based on faculty accomplishments, salary, student reviews, and additional factors.
Student Faculty Ratio
18:1
Evening Degree Programs
Yes
79%
of students agree that professors put a lot of effort into teaching their classes. 189 responses67%
of students agree that it is easy to get the classes they want. 235 responses57%
of students agree that the workload is easy to manage. 235 responsesMajors
Most Popular Majors
- Mechanical Engineering473 Graduates
- Marketing348 Graduates
- Agricultural Business276 Graduates
- Finance269 Graduates
- Kinesiology and Exercise Science254 Graduates
- Animal Sciences and Husbandry230 Graduates
- Information Technology214 Graduates
- Elementary Education205 Graduates
- Psychology198 Graduates
- Biology188 Graduates
Online
Online Programs Offered
2
Offers Online Courses
Yes
Online Certificate Programs
0
Online Associates Programs
0
Online Bachelor's Programs
2
Students
Full-Time Enrollment
26,713 Undergrads
Part-Time Undergrads
1,581
Undergrads Over 25
3%
Pell Grant
20%
Varsity Athletes
2%
Campus Life
Freshmen Live On-Campus
No data available
Poll
54%
of students say that Greek life is average, and no one will treat you differently if you don't join. 282 responsesPoll
75%
of students say varsity sports are a big part of campus life. 343 responsesAfter College
Median Earnings 6 Years After Graduation
$50,700 / year
National
$33,028Graduation Rate
74%
National
49%Employed 2 Years After Graduation
96%
National
83%93%
of students feel confident they will find a job in their field after graduation. 156 responsesSimilar Colleges
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To be completely honest, because of COVID-19, I don’t have much for experience at Iowa State University. I’m a current college freshmen there, and I can’t base ISU on any other college experiences because I don’t have any. I will say, the teachers are incredibly lenient and supporting. The counseling is easily accessible, healthcare is not only incredibly accessible but also very high quality, classes are very informing and helpful, and the FOOD is SO GOOD! I love where I live (I live in a single XL dorm off campus), I have easy access to bus schedules, on-campus police, food, amenities, clubs, etc. Iowa State has a tendency to create apps for everything, which makes getting information and help very easy. For example, there’s a whole app for our laundry- to pay, to know how long is left on the cycle, if someone opened my washer/dryer (A.K.A this is a good way to know if someone stole your clothes), etc. Lot’s of professors are hard to understand, however.
I have had a great experience being a student at Iowa State University. I am currently a student majoring in Kinesiology & Health with a minor in Psychology. I have been able to take coursework that is unique and beneficial to my career goals of becoming a nurse. The professors have helped me achieve my goals and are there to help you achieve in ways specific to each student. Through this university, I have been given various opportunities including being President of Doctors Without Borders Student Chapter, Undergraduate Research, and being an Undergraduate Teaching Assistant. This university will not only allow you to grow academically, but also intellectually. I have gained communication skills, leadership skills, and lifelong friendships from studying at this university. Not to mention the beautiful campus and positive atmosphere of the campus! I would recommend Iowa State University to anyone that is searching for colleges.
I'm confused as to why people are rating Iowa State on here based on the online format. Essentially every school in the nation has switched to hybrid or online. Online learning can be difficult, that is for sure, but literally every college student in the country is dealing with this. Therefore, why take stars off for the transition to online classes being difficult? Go take stars off society or something, its not ISU's fault.
I would have rated Iowa State four stars before my senior year. Professors are good, overall great community of people, school spirit is high, nice nightlife and the athletics are fun (although we're the masters of upsetting ranked programs and then losing to weaker BIG12 competition, which is grating as a fan).
However, since my senior year as a SCM major I have to say I'm more than impressed! The professors at the 400-level in the college of business are elite in terms of their passion, intelligence, mastery of material, and care for students. 5-stars!
I would have rated Iowa State four stars before my senior year. Professors are good, overall great community of people, school spirit is high, nice nightlife and the athletics are fun (although we're the masters of upsetting ranked programs and then losing to weaker BIG12 competition, which is grating as a fan).
However, since my senior year as a SCM major I have to say I'm more than impressed! The professors at the 400-level in the college of business are elite in terms of their passion, intelligence, mastery of material, and care for students. 5-stars!