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University of Iowa

Iowa

Iowa City, Iowa 52242-1316

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Known for business — major research university

University of Iowa is a public institution in Iowa City with particular strength in business and engineering. With an average SAT of 1220, the school attracts a broad applicant pool.

A large campus of 21.7K undergraduates with a 15:1 student-faculty ratio. The urban location puts students at the center of city life.

73% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $64,762 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $21,398.

Established
1847
Mascot
Herky the Hawk
Type
Public research university
85%Acceptance
1220SAT Avg
21,691Students
15:1Student:Faculty
73%Grad Rate
$64,762Earnings 10yr
$21,398Net Price

Admissions

Acceptance Rate84.7%

SAT Score Ranges

Average: 1220

Reading & WritingMid: 625
570660
MathMid: 615
560660

ACT Score Range

CompositeMid: 26
2228

Cost & Financial Aid

Sticker Price

Tuition (in-state)$10,964
Tuition (out-of-state)$32,927
Room & Board$12,616
Books & Supplies$950
Total Cost of Attendance$26,883
Average Net Price$21,398
Median Debt at Graduation$22,500
Monthly Payment (10yr)$239

Net Price by Family Income

$0–30K$13,811
$30–48K$16,220
$48–75K$20,136
$75–110K$22,711
$110K+$24,580

Programs (333)

Student Body

Undergrads
21,691
Gender Split
56% / 44%
Women / Men
First Generation
22%
Pell Grant Recipients
18%

Race & Ethnicity

White 75%
Black 3%
Hispanic 9%
Asian 5%
Two+ 4%
Int'l 2%

Outcomes

4-Year Graduation Rate73.1%
Freshman Retention89.3%

Median Earnings After Graduation

6 Years$52,696
8 Years$60,321
10 Years$64,762

10-Year Earnings by Gender

Women
$55,600
Men
$69,200

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Varsity Sports — Hawkeyes

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History & Fun Facts

Source: Wikipedia

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