Iowa State University
Public, 4-year
1750 Beardshear Hall, Ames, IA 50011-2103
Quick Facts
25,033
Total Enrollment
89%
Acceptance Rate
75%
Graduation Rate
$53,873
Median Earnings (6yr)
$10,497
In-State Tuition
$18,165
Avg Net Price
18:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
1199
Avg SAT Score
About Iowa State University
Institution Details
| Type | Public, 4-year |
| Classification | Doctoral Universities: Very High Research Activity |
| Size | 20,000 and above |
| Land Grant | Yes |
Location
| Address | 1750 Beardshear Hall |
| City | Ames, IA |
| ZIP Code | 50011-2103 |
| County | Story County |
President/Chief Administrator: Wendy Wintersteen (President)
Programs & Degrees
Degree information not available.
Top Programs by Graduates
Admissions
Enrollment Statistics
| Total Enrollment | 25,033 |
Student Demographics
| Male | 56% |
| Female | 44% |
| White | 77% |
| Black | 3% |
| Hispanic | 7% |
| Asian | 4% |
Test Score Ranges
| Test | 25th %ile | Median | 75th %ile |
|---|---|---|---|
| SAT Reading | 550 | 620 | 660 |
| SAT Math | 560 | 620 | 690 |
| ACT Composite | 21 | 24 | 28 |
Tuition & Financial Aid
Tuition & Fees
| In-State Tuition | $10,497 |
| Out-of-State Tuition | $27,683 |
Financial Aid
| Students Receiving Aid | 18% |
Net Price by Family Income
What families actually pay after grants and scholarships:
| $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 |
Earnings After Graduation
Median earnings for students who received federal financial aid:
$53,873
6 Years After
$59,021
8 Years After
$63,386
10 Years After
Earnings Range (6 years after enrollment):
25th percentile: $37,823 | 75th percentile: $73,335
Earnings by Family Income Background
$48,430
Low Income
$52,206
Middle Income
$57,151
High Income
Student Outcomes
88%
Full-Time Retention
70%
Part-Time Retention
75%
Graduation Rate
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