Iowa State University: Acceptance Rate and SAT Scores
Iowa State University admits about 88.7% of applicants. The reported SAT middle-50% range is 1120–1360 (sum of the section 25th/75th percentiles reported to College Scorecard). That SAT range concords to roughly a 22–30 ACT Composite under the official 2018 College Board/ACT concordance table.
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Iowa State University At a Glance
| Location | Ames, Iowa |
|---|---|
| Type | Public |
| Undergraduate Enrollment | 25,367 |
| Acceptance Rate | 88.7% |
| SAT Range (Reading & Writing) | 560-670 |
| SAT Range (Math) | 560-690 |
| SAT Range (Combined, approx.) | 1120-1360 |
| Average SAT (Combined) | 1204 |
| ACT Range | 21-28 |
| Average Net Price | $18,517/yr |
| Tuition (In-State) | $11,092/yr |
| Tuition (Out-of-State) | $30,140/yr |
| 4-Year Graduation Rate | 76.7% |
| Full-Time Retention Rate | 87.6% |
| Median Earnings, 10 Years After Entry | $67,568 |
| Median Debt at Completion | $21,250 |
How Iowa State University Compares
Iowa State University is more selective than about 25% of the 254 schools in this list with a published acceptance rate.
With about 25,367 students, it is larger than about 75% of the 265 schools in this list.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Iowa State University's acceptance rate?
Iowa State University's acceptance rate is about 88.7%, based on the most recent data reported to the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
What SAT score do you need for Iowa State University?
Admitted students at Iowa State University typically report a combined SAT score between 1120 and 1360 (the reported 25th to 75th percentile range).
Does Iowa State University require the SAT?
Test-optional and test-required policies change from year to year and are not part of the College Scorecard data used on this page. Check Iowa State University's own admissions site for its current testing policy, linked below.
What is the average cost of Iowa State University?
The average net price reported for Iowa State University is $18,517 per year, after grant and scholarship aid.