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University of Iowa

Public
Iowa City, IA
City
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Estimated Net Cost
Average for college across all majors
 

(per year)
$21k

Estimated Post Grad Salary
Average for college across all majors
 

(per year)
$58k

Return on Education

(post 4-year graduation)
Excellent
The University of Iowa is a public university located in Iowa City, Iowa, founded in 1847. Known for its writing programs and the Iowa Writers' Workshop, it has a prestigious reputation in the literary world. The university's campus is home to the famous Prairie Lights bookstore, a popular spot for readings and book signings.

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      Tuition and Costs

      Most Recent Tuition Costs

      Understanding Tuition Costs at University of Iowa: Navigating college expenses doesn't have to be complicated. Our comprehensive guide to tuition, fees, and other associated costs breaks down everything you need to know about financing your education at University of Iowa. Find out how we make higher education affordable and what financial options are available to you.

      Yearly4 years
      Tuition and Fees
      Average Tuition, including fees before grants and scholarships.
       
      $10,964$43,856
      Room and Board
      This is the average, based on staying on-campus
       
      $12,616$50,464
      Books and Supplies
      The expenditure on books and supplies for an average student at University of Iowa
       
      $950$3,800
      Other expenses
      The amount of money (estimated by the financial aid office at University of Iowa) needed by a student to cover expenses such as laundry, transportation, entertainment, and furnishings.
       
      $4,066$16,264
      Sticker Price$28,596$114,384

      Historical Tuition Costs

      Based on historical data, in-state tuition is expected to rise by approximately $306 per year over the next three years, reaching $11,111 in 2024, and $11,416 in 2025, and $11,722 in 2026.

      Return On Education

      Investing in higher education is a pivotal step towards future prosperity. It's essential to weigh the upfront costs against the potential for increased lifetime earnings and career opportunities. Our ROEdu score aims to help you understand tuition, living expenses, and financial aid, alongside the long-term benefits of earning a degree. By making informed decisions about where and what you study, you can maximize the return on your educational investment, turning the cost of your degree into a foundation for future success and financial security.

      RoEDU
      No Data
      University of Health Sciences and Pharmacy in St. Louis stands in the premier league, positioned within the top institutions for return on education, delivering unparalleled value and setting its graduates on a path to remarkable success.

      Admissions

      University of Iowa admissions is not very selective with an acceptance rate of 86%. Typically, admitted students score between 1130-1340 on the SAT or 22-28 on the ACT. The application deadline can be found the the institutions website.

      86%Admission Rate
      74%Graduation Rate

      Admissions Requirements

      SAT Range
      1130 - 1340
      ACT Range22 - 28
      High School GPA

      N/A

      Key dates

      Application DeadlineSee college website
      Early Decision DateSee college website
      Early Action DateSee college website

      Majors & Degrees

      Sciences⌄
      ProgramGraduatesEst. Median Earnings
      Cellular BiologyN/A$0k
      MicrobiologyN/A$0k
      PathologyN/A$0k
      ToxicologyN/A$0k
      EconomicsN/A$0k
      AstronomyN/A$0k
      GeologyN/A$0k
      PsychologyN/A$0k
      Engineering⌄
      ProgramGraduatesEst. Median Earnings
      Chemical EngineeringN/A$0k
      Civil EngineeringN/A$0k
      Computer EngineeringN/A$0k
      Mechanical EngineeringN/A$0k
      Environmental EngineeringN/A$0k
      Industrial EngineeringN/A$0k
      History⌄
      ProgramGraduatesEst. Median Earnings
      Political ScienceN/A$0k
      CartographyN/A$0k
      Linguistics⌄
      ProgramGraduatesEst. Median Earnings
      GermanN/A$0k
      Romance Languages, Literatures & LinguisticsN/A$0k
      Classic Languages, Literatures & LinguisiticsN/A$0k
      Education⌄
      ProgramGraduatesEst. Median Earnings
      Education AdministrationN/A$62k
      Education AssessmentN/A$0k
      Special EducationN/A$0k
      TeachingN/A$51k
      Physical EducationN/A$0k
      Social Work⌄
      ProgramGraduatesEst. Median Earnings
      Student CounselingN/A$52k
      Health⌄
      ProgramGraduatesEst. Median Earnings
      NutritionN/A$0k
      RehabilitationN/A$50k
      Medical IllustrationN/A$0k
      Biology⌄
      ProgramGraduatesEst. Median Earnings
      Biochemistry & Molecular BiologyN/A$0k
      BiomathematicsN/A$0k
      EcologyN/A$0k
      Mathematics⌄
      ProgramGraduatesEst. Median Earnings
      Applied MathematicsN/A$0k
      StatisticsN/A$0k
      Medical⌄
      ProgramGraduatesEst. Median Earnings
      MedicineN/A$0k
      Mental HealthN/A$0k
      PharmacyN/A$0k
      Registered Nursing (RN)N/A$0k

      Student Life

      Key information regarding University of Iowa's total enrollment and faculty.

      Student Breakdown

      Total Enrollment5,064
      Full-time Students5,050
      Part-time Students14

      Faculty

      Faculty-Student Ratio:16:1
      Full-Time FacultyN/A
      Part-Time FacultyN/A

      Reviews and Ratings

      For complete transparency we combine scores from across the web to give you a true picture of what students think about University of Iowa. Additionally, we have our own score which can be used alongside these external sources.

      Tuition Covered Rating
      (4.5)
      Niche
      (3.8)
      US News
      (5.0)

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