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Iowa State University is a public, land grant, tier 1 research university where students get a great academic start in learning communities and stay active in 800+ student organizations, undergraduate research, internships, and study abroad. Iowa State is known worldwide for excellence in science, technology, discovery and innovation. Students learn from world-class scholars who are tackling some of the world's biggest challenges – feeding the hungry, finding alternative fuels, and advancing manufacturing. Choose from 100+ majors, minors, and certificates that can be customized to maximize your impact on the world.
Fields of Study
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Preprofessional Programs (Pre-Health/Medicine, Pre-Law, Pre-Vet)
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College of Veterinary Medicine (postgraduate only)
Rankings
449
QS World Ranking
Location
Ames, IA
Acceptance Rate
91%
Enrollment
30,177
Personal Statement
Not required
Application Method(s)
English Proficiency
71
TOEFL
6.0
IELTS
100
DET
Fees
$49,296
Total
$32,148/ $17,148
Tuition / Living
CGPA
SAT / ACT
Optional
Intakes
Fall: August
Spring: January
Scholarship
Deadlines
Iowa State University operates on a rolling admissions policy, which means applications are evaluated when received and not after a deadline date. Applications may be submitted up to one year prior to your desired entry term. Students who would like to apply for scholarships should take note of Iowa State's priority scholarship deadlines (linked above).
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International students are strongly encouraged to apply at least six to eight weeks in advance.
updated on December2025