Campus Vibe
Known for engineering — major research university
Iowa State University is a public institution in Ames with particular strength in engineering and business. With an average SAT of 1199, the school attracts a broad applicant pool.
A large campus of 25K undergraduates with a 18:1 student-faculty ratio. The urban location puts students at the center of city life.
75% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $63,386 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $18,165.
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Average: 1199
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Net Price by Family Income
Financial Intel
Avg Net Price
$18,165
Tuition Trend
Graduate w/ Zero Debt
5400.0%
Avg Tuition Increase
3.2%/yr
Median Debt at Grad
$18,750
Campus Safety
Total Incidents (2024)
191
Peer Average
240
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Emergency System
24/7 campus police department, blue-light phone network, emergency mass notification system
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Source: Wikipedia
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Cost of Living
Estimated from IA state average + city premium