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85%
Open Admissions
73%
Graduation
About University of Iowa
University of Iowa is a public four-year institution located in Iowa City, Iowa. With an enrollment of approximately 21,691 undergraduate students, it is a large institution. With an acceptance rate of 85%, the institution maintains an accessible admissions process. The graduation rate stands at a strong 73%. Graduates earn a median salary of $64,762 within 10 years of enrollment. After financial aid, the average student pays a net price of $21,398 per year.
Key Statistics
Acceptance Rate
85%
Class of 2026 data
Graduation Rate
73%
Enrollment
21,691
Total students
Median Earnings
$64,762
10 yrs after entry
In-State Tuition
$10,964
Per year
Out-of-State Tuition
$32,927
Per year
Average Net Price
$21,398
After aid (avg)
SAT Range
N/A or test-optional
Campus Location
Admissions
Admission Requirements
SAT Score Range (M+R)
Test-optional / N/A
ACT Score Range
22 – 28
Test Score Ranges
SAT Score (Math + Reading)
Test-optional / N/A
SAT Math
25th
560
Median
615
75th
660
200800
ACT Composite
25th
22
Median
26
75th
28
136
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Cost & Financial Aid
Cost Comparison
Out-of-State Tuition$32,927/yr
In-State Tuition$10,964/yr
Avg Net Price (after aid)$21,398/yr
What most students actually pay
Return on Investment
Below Avg4-Year Cost
$85,592
10-Year Earnings
$647,620
ROI Multiple
7.6×
Based on avg net price × 4 years vs. median earnings × 10 years after enrollment
Scholarships at University of Iowa
Student Outcomes
73%
Graduation Rate
Above national average
$65k
Median Earnings
10 years after enrollment
21,691
Total Enrollment
Undergraduate students
