University of Iowa
Iowa City, Iowa · City: SmallOfficial Website ↗
Scores based on IPEDS 2023–24 federal data. Methodology →
University of Iowa is a public four-year university located in Iowa City, Iowa. With 22,130 undergraduate students enrolled and an acceptance rate of 85%, the institution is considered accessible. In-state tuition is $9,016 per year ($30,979 out-of-state), near the national average for public institutions. The six-year graduation rate is 73%, which is good compared to the national average of 63%.
The six-year graduation rate measures students who earn their degree within 150% of normal time (6 years for a 4-year program). It is the federal standard for comparing outcomes across institutions.
- ✓Strong 6-year graduation rate of 73%, above the national average of 63%
- ✓Open admissions policy (85% acceptance rate) — accessible to a wide range of students
- ✓Publicly funded institution — tuition subsidized by state taxes for in-state residents
- ·Data on some metrics is not yet available — contact the admissions office for details
This college is a strong fit for students seeking an accessible path to a college degree, in-state students who want a quality education at a subsidized cost, and students who prioritize colleges with a strong record of graduate completion.
All data sourced from the NCES IPEDS 2023–24 collection. Acceptance rates, test scores, and graduation rates reflect the most recent year reported. Scores are composite rankings calculated from five weighted dimensions.
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