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Enrollment Deposit

How much is Iowa State's enrollment deposit?

Iowa State University requires a deposit of $425 to confirm your enrollment.



National Rank

83.50%

Iowa State University is in the top 83.50% of colleges in the country for deposit cost. Nationally, 23.16% of colleges do not require a deposit.

State Rank

100.00%

Iowa State University is in the top 100.00% of colleges in the state of Iowa for deposit cost. 10.34% of colleges in the state do not require a deposit.

Type Rank

94.50%

Iowa State University is in the top 94.50% of Public, 4-year or above colleges for deposit cost. 37.66% ofpublic colleges do not require a deposit.

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Student Population

Iowa State University educates a diverse community of 29,969 students, with 25,241 pursuing undergraduate degrees and 4,728 engaged in advanced graduate studies.


Total Enrollment

29,969


Total Undergraduates

25,241

Total Graduates

4,728


Full-Time vs Part-Time

90% Full-Time

10% Part-Time

Admissions

The admission process at Iowa State University has a 90% acceptance rate. Iowa State University has test optional requirements that focus on each student's unique potential. The average SAT score is 1220 and the average ACT score is 24.


Acceptance Rate

90%


SAT

Students submitting SAT

19%

Total Score

400

1600

10901350

Reading and Writing

200

800

540660

Math

200

800

550690

ACT

Students submitting ACT

57%

Composite Score

0

36

2128

English

0

36

1927

Math

0

36

1927

Location

Located in Ames, IA, Iowa State University offers students a accessible urban experience with all the advantages of a smaller city setting.


City

Ames


County

Story County


State

Iowa


Country

United States


Urbanization

City: Small

About

Iowa State University features a student-focused approach with a 18 : 1 student-faculty ratio, values, and competitive NCAA athletic programs that enhance the college experience.


Student-to-Faculty Ratio

18 : 1


Religious Affiliation

None


Division in Athletics

NCAA


Sector

Public, 4-year or above


Cost

Iowa State University makes education accessible, offering an average net price of $15,310 with 79% of students receiving financial assistance including 19% benefiting from Pell Grants.


Average Net Price

$15,310


Received Aid

79%


Pell Recipients

19%


Combined Sticker Price

In-State: $10,497

Out-of-State: $27,683

Demographics

The Iowa State University student body represents diverse backgrounds and experiences, with 53% in-state students and a balanced age distribution across traditional and non-traditional learners.


Gender
Men
14,072 (56%)
Women
11,169 (44%)

Outcomes

Iowa State University prioritizes student success, demonstrated by a 75% graduation rate and the achievements of alumni who make meaningful contributions in their communities and careers.


Graduation Rate

75%

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