Good

Score: 64/100

Iowa State University

4-Year Public

📍 Ames, Iowa 50011

🌐 https://www.iastate.edu/

Outcomes

84/100

Affordability

50/100

Resources

52/100

Experience

B+

76/100

Prestige

C+

54/100

Quick Stats

30,177

Total Enrollment

75%

Graduation Rate

88%

Retention Rate

18.0:1

Student-Faculty Ratio

89%

Acceptance Rate

$17,354

Avg Net Price

🏠 Housing Market Near Iowa State University ▼

7% of students live off-campus (not with family), creating consistent rental demand near campus. That's approximately 2,052 students who need housing.

Avg Home Value

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🏆 Where Iowa State University Ranks

Rankings based on Repit College Grade among schools offering each program.

Computer Software Engineering

of 44 schools

Agribusiness/Agricultural Business Operations

of 40 schools

#17

Veterinary Medicine

of 33 schools

#22

Information Technology

of 100 schools

#22

Exercise Science and Kinesiology

of 100 schools

#22

Logistics, Materials, and Supply Chain Management

of 100 schools

#23

Animal Sciences, General

of 72 schools

#27

Elementary Education and Teaching

of 100 schools

Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category	In-State	Out-of-State
Tuition	$8,982	$26,168
Room	$4,862
Board	$4,864
Total Cost (On-Campus)	$24,204	$41,390

Financial Aid

89%

Receive Any Aid

18%

Receive Pell Grants

47%

Take Out Loans

$17,354

Avg Net Price

Net Price by Family Income

Family Income	Average Net Price
$0 - $30,000	$11,734
$30,001 - $48,000	$12,465
$48,001 - $75,000	$15,430
$75,001 - $110,000	$19,807
$110,001+	$21,827

Programs & Career Paths

Top Degree Programs

Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.

Mechanical Engineering 369 grads/yr Marketing/Marketing Management, General 270 grads/yr Information Technology 249 grads/yr Finance, General 244 grads/yr Exercise Science and Kinesiology 240 grads/yr Psychology, General 234 grads/yr Animal Sciences, General 229 grads/yr Aerospace, Aeronautical, and Astronautical/Space Engineering, General 192 grads/yr Computer Science 188 grads/yr Biology/Biological Sciences, General 177 grads/yr Accounting 173 grads/yr Elementary Education and Teaching 157 grads/yr Veterinary Medicine 157 grads/yr Business Administration and Management, General 153 grads/yr Civil Engineering, General 148 grads/yr Computer Software Engineering 142 grads/yr Logistics, Materials, and Supply Chain Management 116 grads/yr Computer Engineering, General 114 grads/yr Criminal Justice/Safety Studies 113 grads/yr Agribusiness/Agricultural Business Operations 109 grads/yr

Related Career Paths

Careers that graduates from Iowa State University's top programs commonly pursue.

Architectural and engineering managers

$168k/yr 212,500 jobs

Aerospace engineers

$135k/yr 71,600 jobs

Engineering teachers, postsecondary

$106k/yr 50,300 jobs

Mechanical engineers

$102k/yr 293,100 jobs

Cost estimators

$77k/yr 221,400 jobs

Marketing managers

$161k/yr 407,000 jobs

Sales managers

$138k/yr 619,500 jobs

Advertising and promotions managers

$127k/yr 27,000 jobs

Student Demographics

30,177

Total Students

45%

Women

95%

Traditional Age (18-24)

Off-Campus Renters

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 71%

Hispanic 7%

Black 3%

Asian 4%

Two or More 3%

Non-Resident 9%

🏠 Living Arrangements

On Campus 91%

Off-Campus (Renters) 7%

With Family 2%

🏘️ Rental Demand: ~2,052 students need off-campus housing

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 43%

Hybrid (Some Online) 54%

Fully Online 3%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 95%

25-64 (Adult) 3%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Iowa State University?

Iowa State University has an acceptance rate of 89%. This indicates a less selective admissions process with good chances for qualified applicants.

How much does it cost to attend Iowa State University?

Tuition at Iowa State University is $8,982 for in-state students and $26,168 for out-of-state students . However, the average net price after financial aid is $17,354.

What is the graduation rate at Iowa State University?

The graduation rate at Iowa State University is 75%. This is a solid graduation rate, showing that most students who enroll successfully complete their degrees.

Is Iowa State University a good school?

Iowa State University has a Repit College Score of 64/100 (Grade: B). Our rating evaluates five key factors:

Outcomes (A): Graduation and retention rates
Affordability (C): Net cost and financial aid access
Resources (C): Class sizes and selectivity
Experience (B+): Campus life and learning format
Prestige (C+): Reputation and recognition

How many students attend Iowa State University?

Iowa State University has a total enrollment of 30,177 students. Most students (95%) are traditional college-age (18-24).

Is there rental demand near Iowa State University?

Yes! Approximately 7% of students at Iowa State University live off-campus (not with family). That's roughly 2,052 students who need rental housing near campus.

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