Iowa State University
Ames, IA · public
Official site ↗Admissions
| Admit rate | 88.7% |
| Applicants | 23,095 |
| Middle-50% SAT | 1130–1350 |
| Middle-50% ACT | 21–28 |
| Avg GPA | — |
| Test policy | — |
| Avg net price / yr | $18,165 |
| Grad rate | 75% |
| Median earnings (10 yr) | $63,386 |
| Source | cds · 2024 |
Application requirements
| Regular / Rolling | Rolling |
| Application fee | $55 (US) · $65 (intl) |
| Personal essay | Not required |
| Test policy | flexible |
Source: Common App first-year Requirements Grid, 2025-26 cycle. Confirm on the college's site — requirements can change mid-cycle.