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
Diversity Highlights
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
Gender Statistics
46% of total enrollment
37% of total enrollment
Age Distribution
Iowa State University serves a diverse student population across multiple age demographics. The university enrolls 78% traditional college-age students (18-21 years old) and 3% non-traditional students aged 25 and older.
Undergraduate Ages
Graduate Student Ages
Age Diversity Insights
78%
Traditional Age (18-21)
3%
Non-Traditional (25+)
17%
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 52% in-state residents, 46% out-of-state students, and 3% international students, creating rich cross-cultural learning opportunities.
Geographic Origin
Regional Representation
52% of student body
46% of student body
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
3%
Non-Traditional Age