Admissions and Test Scores
Acceptance Rate
84.67%
SAT Average
1,220
ACT Range
22-28
University of Iowa Acceptance Rate Trend
The current College Scorecard value in this local dataset is 84.67%. This means approximately 847 applicants were admitted per 1,000 who applied, based on the local dataset enrollment of 21,691 undergraduates. Historical year-by-year acceptance rate data will appear here after multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Current dataset
84.67%
Current trend marker with historical import pending
Tuition, Net Price and Aid
| Metric | School value | Context | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Accreditation | Higher Learning Commission | Institutional accreditor where reported | Verify |
| In-state tuition | $10,964 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Out-of-state tuition | $32,927 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Attendance cost | $26,883 | Use with aid and net price | Verify |
| Average net price | $21,398 | State avg: $17,049. National avg: $17,506 | Verify |
| Pell grant rate | 17.75% | Federal need-based grant indicator | Verify |
| Federal loan rate | 41.68% | Share using federal loans | Verify |
What Does University of Iowa Cost?
Total cost of attendance vs average net price after grants and aid, based on the local College Scorecard dataset.
Tuition
$32,927
Room and board
$12,616
Books and supplies
$950
Other expenses
$4,066
Fees and remainder
$0
Sticker price
$26,883
Average net price
$21,398
Average aid coverage
20%
$5,485 below sticker price on average
What You Pay
Based on available data, the average student at University of Iowa pays approximately $21,398 per year after grants and aid. This is above the Iowa average of $17,049 and above the national average of $17,506.
How Affordable Is University of Iowa?
Average net price after grants and scholarships, compared to Iowa and national averages.
University of Iowa net price
$21,398
Iowa average
$17,049
National average
$17,506
University of Iowa Tuition and Net Price Trend
The current imported dataset shows tuition at $32,927 and average net price at $21,398. A multi-year trend chart will appear here after historical College Scorecard release tables are imported.
Current tuition
$32,927
Current net price
$21,398
Current-year comparison is shown now; historical bars will replace this fallback once multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Student Outcomes
Completion Rate (150% Time)
73.06%
Full-time, first-time students completing within 150% of normal time.
10-Year Earnings
$64,762
Undergraduates
21,691
10-Year Median Earnings - University of Iowa vs Peers
Median earnings 10 years after enrollment. Source: College Scorecard federal dataset.
University of Iowa graduates earn about 1.5x the national average 10 years after enrollment, based on schools with reported earnings data.
Who Attends University of Iowa?
Undergraduates
21,691
Completion rate
73.06%
Above national average; national avg: 52.02%
Pell recipients
17.75%
Below national average; national avg: 42.32%
Federal loan rate
41.68%
Above national average; national avg: 40.83%
Completion vs national average
Pell grant recipients
Federal loan usage
Financial Aid
About 17.75% of University of Iowa students receive federal Pell grants, indicating the share of students receiving this need-based aid in the local dataset. 41.68% take federal loans, which helps families understand borrowing patterns alongside net price.
Estimate Your Net Price at University of Iowa
Select a family income bracket to see the average net price students in that range paid. Data comes from College Scorecard income-bracket averages when available.
Estimated net price for :
This estimate is based on College Scorecard averages for students in this income range who received federal aid. Actual amounts vary. Use University of Iowa's official Net Price Calculator for a personalized figure.
Accreditation
University of Iowa lists Higher Learning Commission as its accreditor in the local dataset. Institutional accreditation is an important trust signal and can affect federal financial aid eligibility. Accreditation means an external agency has reviewed academic quality and institutional standards, which helps families verify whether federal aid pathways such as Pell grants and federal loans may apply.
Visit AccreditorCampus and Location
University of Iowa is listed at 101 Jessup Hall, Iowa City, IA 52242-1316. Accreditor: Higher Learning Commission.
Compare Schools
Compare University of Iowa with nationally comparable peer institutions across acceptance rate, tuition, net price and 10-year earnings. Click any school name to open its full profile.
| School | Accept. rate | Out-of-state tuition | Avg net price | 10-yr earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| University of Iowa | 84.67% | $32,927 | $21,398 | $64,762 |
| Drake University | 64.13% | $49,944 | $30,042 | $71,901 |
| Allen College | Not available | $20,444 | Not available | $71,261 |
| Iowa State University | 89.13% | $27,683 | $18,165 | $63,386 |
| Grinnell College | 12.68% | $64,862 | $15,608 | $62,830 |
Similar Schools in Iowa City
This local cluster focuses on nearby Iowa City schools, not national peers. Use it to compare local net price, acceptance rate and enrollment options around Iowa City.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is University of Iowa's acceptance rate?
University of Iowa's acceptance rate in the local dataset is 84.67%.
How much is University of Iowa tuition?
University of Iowa's out-of-state tuition in the local dataset is $32,927.
What is University of Iowa's average net price?
University of Iowa's average net price in the local dataset is $21,398.
What is University of Iowa's average earnings 10 years after enrollment?
The local dataset reports 10-year median earnings of $64,762 for University of Iowa.
Is University of Iowa accredited?
University of Iowa's accreditor in the local dataset is Higher Learning Commission.
How many students attend University of Iowa?
The local dataset lists 21,691 undergraduate students at University of Iowa.
What percentage of University of Iowa students receive Pell grants?
The Pell grant rate for University of Iowa in the local dataset is 17.75%.
What is the federal loan rate at University of Iowa?
The federal loan rate for University of Iowa in the local dataset is 41.68%.
Where should I verify University of Iowa data?
Use this page for comparison, then verify admissions, tuition, net price and student outcomes directly with University of Iowa or the latest official federal education data.