Iowa State University Value of an Education

What is the Value of an Education from Iowa State University?

Will you be over or underpaying for your education? Find the educational value of an education from Iowa State below.

Within Iowa, Iowa State University is Considered a Very High Quality College at a Great Price.

Iowa State University's overall average net price combined with a very high quality education, results in a great value for the money when compared to other colleges and universities in Iowa. This lands Iowa State University in the #2 slot on our ranking of Best Colleges for the Money in Iowa.

Nationally, This School is an Excellent Value

Iowa State University's emphasis on high quality education, combined with its overall low net price, delivers students a great value for the money. This earned Iowa State a #55 ranking on the Best Colleges for the Money list, when compared to other colleges and universities nationwide.

The following graphic shows how the cost of obtaining a degree at Iowa State University compares to other similar quality colleges nationwide.

Underpriced	Best	$80,913 - Martin Luther College $118,048 - Iowa State University $118,805 - New College of Florida $119,168 - Berry College $120,063 - Concordia College at Moorhead
	Good	$140,163 - Washington State University $142,122 - University of Oklahoma Norman Campus $144,359 - Pacific Lutheran University $149,152 - Colorado State University - Fort Collins
Average	Fair
	Low	$182,111 - Hampshire College
Overpriced	Poor

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And the Grand Total Comes To: $118,048

On average, a bachelor's degree at Iowa State University will cost you about $118,048. This is based on an average price (with and without aid) of $26,344 per year and an average of 4.5 years to graduate.

	Amount
Average Yearly Cost	$26,344
Average Years to Graduate	4.5
Estimated Average Total Cost of Degree	$118,048

Many Factors Affect Net Price.

How does the location of this school affect cost? You can save money by going to a school in-state, living at home or living off-campus with a roommate. Please see the net price page for additional factors, such as your family's income, that can influence the price you will pay for college.

What are Residency Discounts?

You can take a look at our tuition and fees page to find out more.

Is it Worth it For You? Dollar Amount Varies

The overall price of a college may vary greatly depending on your individual circumstances, thus affecting its value. Most students will not pay the full sticker price and few students fit perfectly into 'averages'. To get a sense of how value for your educational dollar might vary based on individual circumstances, look at the table below to determine your likely cost of a bachelor's degree at Iowa State University. Now compare this value metric for each college you are interested in.

Nationwide Value by Aid Group	Avg Total Degree Cost	Affordability Rank	Value Grade
Students Receiving no Aid	$137,719	385	A+
All Students (With and Without Aid)	$118,048	596	A+
Only Students Receiving Aid	$108,360	584	A+

In-State Value by Aid Group	Avg Total Degree Cost	Affordability Rank	Value Grade
Students Receiving no Aid	$89,620	1	A
All Students (With and Without Aid)	$69,949	2	A
Only Students Receiving Aid	$60,260	3	A

Note: the Value Grade for in-state students is calculated by looking only at other schools in the state of Iowa.

What is Value?

We calculate value by calculating average total cost (net price multiplied by time to graduation) and then compare that number to other schools of similar quality ranking. If the school is priced fairly based on the educational quality it receives a fair ranking. If it is underpriced it receives a good or excellent value.

Read the full methodology article for more.

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Iowa State University Value of an Education

What is the Value of an Education from Iowa State University?

Within Iowa, Iowa State University is Considered a Very High Quality College at a Great Price.

Nationally, This School is an Excellent Value

And the Grand Total Comes To: $118,048

Is it Worth it For You? Dollar Amount Varies

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