Iowa State University Demographics & Diversity Overview

20%
Minority Students
44%
Female Students
3%
International
45
States Represented

Race & Ethnicity

Iowa State University has a diverse student body with 20% students of color and 3% international students, creating a rich multicultural learning environment that celebrates students from all racial and ethnic backgrounds.

Racial & Ethnic Composition

White
79.5%(19,393)
Hispanic
7.3%(1,791)
African American
2.7%(665)
Asian
4.5%(1,103)
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.2%(42)
Pacific Islander
0.1%(17)
Two or More Races
3.0%(740)
Unknown
2.7%(658)

Diversity Highlights

Students of Color20%
Total Enrollment29,969
International Students3%

Cultural Engagement

Iowa State University offers numerous cultural organizations, diversity programs, and multicultural events that celebrate the rich backgrounds of our student community.

Gender Distribution

Iowa State University has a gender distribution of 44% female students and 56% male students.

Overall Gender Distribution

Men
55.8%(14,072)
Women
44.2%(11,169)

Gender Statistics

Men14,072

47% of total enrollment

Women11,169

37% of total enrollment

Age Distribution

Iowa State University serves a diverse student population across multiple age demographics. The university enrolls 0% traditional college-age students (18-21 years old) and 0% non-traditional students aged 25 and older.

Age Diversity Insights

0%

Traditional Age (18-21)

0%

Non-Traditional (25+)

16%

Graduate Students

Geographic Diversity

Iowa State University attracts students from across the United States and internationally, with 3% international students contributing to a globally diverse campus community. The student body includes 53% in-state residents, 45% out-of-state students, and 3% international students, creating rich cross-cultural learning opportunities.

Geographic Origin

In-State
52.6%(2,991)
Out-of-State
44.7%(2,541)
International
2.7%(151)

Regional Representation

In-State2,991

53% of student body

Out-of-State2,541

45% of student body

International151

3% of student body

States Represented

45 states are represented on campus.

Diversity Metrics

Ethnic Diversity

20%

Students of Color

Gender Balance

44%

Female Students

Global Reach

3%

International

Age Diversity

0%

Non-Traditional Age