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Iowa State University

Ames, Iowa · Public

Avg Earnings (5yr)

$53,873

Acceptance Rate

89%

Graduation Rate

75%

Annual Tuition

$10,497

At a Glance

Total Students

25,033

Retention Rate

88%

Faculty Ratio

18

Financial Aid

46%

Median Debt

$22,869

Campus Setting

City

Institution Type

Public

Institution Overview

Iowa State University is a public institution with a large student body of 25,033. The university has a high acceptance rate of 89.1% and a strong retention rate of 87.6%. Approximately 75% of students graduate. The in-state tuition is $10,497, and 45.9% of students receive financial aid.

Graduates of Iowa State University report strong earnings. One year after graduation, the median earnings are $50,667. Five years after graduation, median earnings increase to $53,873, and ten years after graduation, median earnings are $63,386. The median debt for graduates is $22,869.

Generated from College Scorecard & IPEDS data

Earning Projection Over Time

$51k

1 YEAR

$54k

5 YEARS

$63k

10 YEARS

Top 24% in Earnings

Graduate Outcomes

One year after graduation, Iowa State University alumni earn a median salary of $50,667. Five years after graduation, the median salary increases to $53,873, and after ten years, the median salary is $63,386. The median debt for graduates is $22,869.

Iowa State University has an 89.1% acceptance rate and a 75% graduation rate. The university retains 87.6% of its students. 45.9% of students receive financial aid. The in-state tuition is $10,497.

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Campus Location

Ames, Iowa

Ames, IA 50011-2103

Iowa State University is located in Ames, Iowa. The campus is in a city setting.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Iowa State University has an acceptance rate of 89.1%.