Iowa State University : Rankings, Fees & Courses Details

About Iowa State University

Sitting on 1,900 acres, Iowa State University is classified as a Carnegie Foundation Doctoral and Research University and is ranked among the nation’s most beautiful college campuses. The university is located approximately 30 minutes North of Des Moines in Ames, Iowa, which was recently voted as one of the nation’s best college towns. Iowa State is home to more than 33,000 students, who choose their adventure from over 120 different majors. Iowa State tied for 55th among the 146 Top Public-National Universities in the 2020 U.S. News and World Report for “Best Colleges”.

Iowa State is a member of the Association of American Universities (AAU) and employs over 6,500 highly qualified faculty and staff. Iowa State is a member of the Big 12 Athletic Conference and the NCAA (Division I). The “Cyclones” field 18 varsity squads, which include 11 women’s and 7 men’s intercollegiate teams. Students have a wide variety of networking opportunities, which include more than 850 student clubs and organizations, 45 different types of intramural sports, and over 90 highly-touted, early-engagement learning communities.

Iowa State is known worldwide for its excellence in science and technology, discovery and innovation; and its student-centered culture with faculty and staff who are dedicated to student success. Staying true to the university’s Land-Grant mission, Iowa State’s research-based and educational Extension and Outreach programs benefited more than 1 million Iowans in the last year. Integrated in this deep-seeded focus, Iowa State’s research enterprise includes nearly 100 centers and institutes, world-class facilities, and award-winning researchers and scholars.

About Iowa State University

Sitting on 1,900 acres, Iowa State University is classified as a Carnegie Foundation Doctoral and Research University and is ranked among the nation’s most beautiful college campuses. The university is located approximately 30 minutes North of Des Moines in Ames, Iowa, which was recently voted as one of the nation’s best college towns. Iowa State is home to more than 33,000 students, who choose their adventure from over 120 different majors. Iowa State tied for 55th among the 146 Top Public-National Universities in the 2020 U.S. News and World Report for “Best Colleges”.

Iowa State is a member of the Association of American Universities (AAU) and employs over 6,500 highly qualified faculty and staff. Iowa State is a member of the Big 12 Athletic Conference and the NCAA (Division I). The “Cyclones” field 18 varsity squads, which include 11 women’s and 7 men’s intercollegiate teams. Students have a wide variety of networking opportunities, which include more than 850 student clubs and organizations, 45 different types of intramural sports, and over 90 highly-touted, early-engagement learning communities.

Iowa State is known worldwide for its excellence in science and technology, discovery and innovation; and its student-centered culture with faculty and staff who are dedicated to student success. Staying true to the university’s Land-Grant mission, Iowa State’s research-based and educational Extension and Outreach programs benefited more than 1 million Iowans in the last year. Integrated in this deep-seeded focus, Iowa State’s research enterprise includes nearly 100 centers and institutes, world-class facilities, and award-winning researchers and scholars.

Available programs

Iowa State is home to more than 28,294 undergraduate students, who choose their adventure from over 120 different majors. Iowa State is also home to over 6,500 highly qualified faculty and staff and is tied for 55th among the 146 Top Public-National Universities in the 2020 U.S. News and World Report for “Best Colleges”.

Iowa State is a member of the Big 12 Athletic Conference and the NCAA (Division I). The “Cyclones” field 18 varsity squads, which include 11 women’s and 7 men’s intercollegiate teams. Students have a wide variety of networking opportunities, which include more than 850 student clubs and organizations, 45 different types of intramural sports, and over 90 highly-touted, early-engagement learning communities.

Arts and Humanities (7)

B.A. in Art and Design

B.A. in Biological/Pre-Medical Illustration

B.A. in English

B.A. in Linguistics

B.A. in Music

B.A. in Performing Arts

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Business and Management (7)

B.A. in Advertising

B.S. in Apparel, Merchandising, and Design

B.S. in Event Management

B.S. in Management

B.S. in Marketing

B.S. in Public Relations

Engineering and Technology (7)

B.S. in Aerospace Engineering

B.S. in Biological Systems Engineering

B.S. in Chemical Engineering

B.S. in Civil Engineering

B.S. in Computer Engineering

B.S. in Computer Science

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Life Sciences and Medicine (7)

B.A., B.S. in Anthropology

B.A., B.S. in Psychology

B.S. in Agricultural Biochemistry

B.S. in Agricultural Business

B.S. in Agricultural Engineering

B.S. in Agricultural Studies

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Natural Sciences (7)

B.A., B.S. in Chemistry

B.A., B.S. in Earth Science

B.S. in Agronomy

B.S. in Environmental Science

B.S. in Geology

B.S. in Global Resource Systems

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Others (7)

B.S. in Accounting

B.S. in Finance

Social Sciences and Management (7)

B.A. in Communication Studies

B.A. in Criminal Justice Studies

B.A. in English with an Emphasis in Teacher Education

B.A. in Political Science

B.A. in Religious Studies

B.A., B.S. in Interdisciplinary Studies

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Iowa State is home to over 28,000 undergraduate students and over 4,400 graduate students and is also home to over 6,500 highly qualified faculty and staff. Iowa State is known worldwide for its excellence in science and technology, discovery and innovation; and its student-centered culture with faculty and staff who are dedicated to student success. Staying true to the university’s Land-Grant mission, Iowa State’s research-based and educational Extension and Outreach programs benefited more than 1 million Iowans in the last year. Integrated in this deep-seeded focus, Iowa State’s research enterprise includes nearly 100 centers and institutes, world-class facilities, and award-winning researchers and scholars.

Arts and Humanities (7)

First-Professional Master of Arts (M.A.) in Art and Design - Interior Design

Master of Architecture (MArch)

Master of Arts (M.A.) in Art and Design - Interior Design

Master of Arts (M.A.) in Art and Design with a Specialization in Environmental Graphic Design

Master of Arts (M.A.) in Art and Design with a Specialization in Graphic Design

Master of Arts (M.A.) in English - Specialization in Literature

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Business and Management (7)

Master of Arts (M.A.) in Rhetoric, Composition and Professional Communication

Master of Science (M.S.) in Apparel, Merchandising, and Design

Engineering and Technology (7)

Master of Engineering (M.Eng.) in Chemical Engineering

Master of Engineering (M.Eng.) in Civil Engineering

Master of Engineering (M.Eng.) in Materials Science and Engineering

Master of Engineering (M.Eng.) in Mechanical Engineering

Master of Science (M.S.) in Aerospace Engineering

Master of Science (M.S.) in Biorenewable Resources and Technology

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Life Sciences and Medicine (7)

Concurrent DVM and Masters of Science in Veterinary Preventive Medicine

Master of Arts (M.A.) in Anthropology

Master of Community and Regional Planning (MCRP)/Master of Landscape Architecture (MLA)

Master of Engineering (M.Eng.) in Agricultural and Biosystems Engineering

Master of Landscape Architecture

Master of Science (M.S.) in Agricultural Education - Thesis Option

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Natural Sciences (7)

Master of Science (M.S.) in Analytical Chemistry

Master of Science (M.S.) in Applied Mathematics

Master of Science (M.S.) in Applied Physics

Master of Science (M.S.) in Astrophysics

Master of Science (M.S.) in Chemistry

Master of Science (M.S.) in Condensed Matter Physics

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Others (7)

Master of Accounting

Master of Finance

Master of Science (M.S.) in Economics and Master of Finance

Social Sciences and Management (7)

Master of Arts (M.A.) in English - Specialization in Literature and Teaching of Reading

Master of Arts (M.A.) in Political Science

Master of Arts (M.A.) in Teaching (MAT) in Science Education

Master of Arts (M.A.) in Teaching English as a Second Language/Applied Linguistics

Master of Education (M.Ed.) in Mathematics Education

Master of Education (M.Ed.) in Science Education

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Engineering and Technology (4)

Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Aerospace Engineering

Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Applied Linguistics and Technology

Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Biorenewable Resources and Technology

Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Business and Technology

Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Chemical Engineering

Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Civil Engineering

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Life Sciences and Medicine (4)

Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Agricultural Meteorology

Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Agricultural and Biosystems Engineering

Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Animal Breeding and Genetics

Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Animal Physiology

Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Animal Science

Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Biochemistry or Biophysics

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Natural Sciences (4)

Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Applied Mathematics

Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Applied Physics

Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Astrophysics

Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Chemistry

Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Condensed Matter Physics

Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Earth Science

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Social Sciences and Management (4)

Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Agricultural Economics

Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Agricultural Education

Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Economics

Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Education - Higher Education Administration

Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Education - Special Education Specialization

Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Education - Specialization in Curriculum and Instructional Technology

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Bachelor

SAT

1060+

IELTS

6+

TOEFL

71+

Master

GMAT

515+

GRE

290+

GPA

3+

IELTS

6+

TOEFL

79+

Total students

25,885

UG students

89%

PG students

11%

International students

2,694

UG students

32%

PG students

68%

Total faculty staff

1,636

Domestic staff

96%

Int'l staff

4%

Tuition fee and scholarships

Scholarships

One of the important factors when considering a master's degree is the cost of study. Luckily, there are many options available to help students fund their master's programme. Download your copy of the Scholarship Guide to find out which scholarships from around the world could be available to you, and how to apply for them.