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Iowa State University

Ames, IA · Private University

Iowa State University is a private university in Ames, IA with a 89% acceptance rate, SAT range of 1110–1350, ACT range of 21–28, median graduate earnings of $63,386. The campus experiences 81.5°F avg summer high and 21°F avg winter low, 41.7 inches of rain annually, 9.7 inches of snow. Graduates of Iowa State University earn a median of $63,386, with typical debt of $22,869 — a strong return on investment.

Acceptance Rate
89.1%
SAT Range
11101350
ACT Range
2128
Tuition (Out-of-State)
$27,683
Median Earnings
$63,386
Enrollment
25,033
Student-Faculty Ratio
18:1
Graduation Rate
75%
Retention Rate
88%

Top Majors by Graduate Earnings

Electrical, Electronics and Communications Engineering.$84,913 / yr
Computer Engineering.$79,182 / yr
Computer Science.$78,517 / yr
Construction Engineering.$77,845 / yr
Chemical Engineering.$76,184 / yr