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Iowa State University of Science and Technology

Ames, IA 4-Year Public
Acceptance Rate91%
Acceptance Rate91%

About Iowa State University of Science and Technology

Iowa State University of Science and Technology is a comprehensive research university offering bachelor’s, master’s, and doctorate degrees.

As the birthplace of the first electronic digital computer, the nation’s first land-grant institution, and first college of veterinary medicine, Iowa State has long been known as innovative and welcoming.

Nearly 30,000 students choose from more than 100 majors and stay active in 800-plus student organizations, undergraduate research, internships, and study abroad. Students learn from world-class scholars who are tackling some of the world’s biggest challenges – feeding the hungry, finding alternative fuels, and advancing manufacturing.

The Iowa State campus features a park-like setting and was highlighted in the publication The Campus as a Work of Art as one of the most beautiful colleges campuses in the United States.

Iowa State University of Science and Technology is a public, state institution in the suburb of Ames, Iowa. Iowa State University of Science and Technology was founded in 1858. The college enrolls around 30,708 students a year, including 25,808 undergraduate students.

Iowa State University of Science and Technology Acceptance Rate 2022

It is moderately difficult to get into Iowa State University of Science and Technology. In 2022, Iowa State University of Science and Technology accepted 91% of applicants. Out of 20,357 applications received in 2022, 18,550 students were offered admission.

Iowa State University of Science and Technology Admissions Facts At-A-Glance
Overall Acceptance Rate 91%
Early Decision Acceptance Rate ED not offered
Early Action Acceptance Rate EA not offered
Average GPA 3.7
Test Optional Yes
Applicants Submitting SAT scores 13%

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Iowa State University of Science and Technology is locatedin the town of Ames, Iowa, in the city of Des Moines.

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Iowa State University of Science and Technology Application Deadline

First-Year Applications are Due

Continuous processing

Transfer Applications are Due

Continuous processing

The deadline for Fall first-year applications to Iowa State University of Science and Technology is Continuous processing.

The deadline for Fall transfer applications to Iowa State University of Science and Technology is Continuous processing.

Check the school website for more information about deadlines for specific programs or special admissions programs

Iowa State University of Science and Technology ACT Scores

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ACT Range

21 - 28

Estimated Chance of Acceptance by ACT Score

ACT Score

Estimated Chance

28 and Above

Good

21 to 28

Avg

21 and Less

Low

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ACT Scores Needed to Get Accepted

The median ACT score of an admitted student to Iowa State University of Science and Technology is 24. Students with an ACT score of 28 and above have a good chance of getting into Iowa State University of Science and Technology. Students with an ACT score that falls between 21 and 28 have an average chance of getting admitted, and students with an ACT score of 21 or below have a low chance of being offered admission.

Iowa State University of Science and Technology SAT Scores

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Composite SAT Range

1100 - 1320

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Math SAT Range

543 - 680

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Reading SAT Range

540 - 650

Iowa State University of Science and Technology Tuition & Fees

Tuition & Fees

$19,722

In State

$35,534

Out-of-State
Cost Breakdown
In State
Out-of-State
State Tuition
$8,324
$24,136
Fees
$1,310
$1,310
Housing
$9,088
$9,088
Books
$1,000
$1,000

Student Life

Wondering what life at Iowa State University of Science and Technology is like? There are approximately 30,708 students enrolled at Iowa State University of Science and Technology, including 25,808 undergraduate students and 4,900 graduate students. 95% percent of students attend school full-time, 63% percent are from IA and 37% percent of students are from other states.

95%

Full Time

5%

Part Time

63%

In State

37%

Out-of-State

Data Source: IPEDs and Peterson's Databases © 2022 Peterson's LLC All rights reserved

Quick Facts

Total Enrollment

30,708

Campus Setting

Suburban

Acceptance Rate

91%

Tuition and Fees

In State

$9,634

Out-of-State

$25,446

Fall Freshmen
Application Deadline

Continuous processing
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