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OFFICIAL SCORECARD
Iowa State University
Ames, IA · Public
Acceptance rate
88.7%
Average SAT
1204
Tuition, out-of-state (yr)
$28,881
Tuition, in-state (yr)
$10,787
Undergraduates
25,367
Median earnings, 10 yrs
$63,386
Type
Public
State
Iowa (IA)
International students
3.6%
STEM degrees
36%
🎓 36% of degrees here are in STEM fields — international students graduating in a STEM major qualify for up to 3 years of OPT work authorization in the US (vs. 1 year for other majors), which matters if you plan to work after graduation.
Figures come from the US Department of Education College Scorecard. For current admission policies and costs, always check the school's official website.