Iowa Science Universities

Compare 127 programs at 29 universities in Iowa — graduates, earnings, debt and costs from the federal record on every listing.

Programs 127 Universities 29 Scholarships 8

29 universities · ranked best first

how we rank

Iowa State University

Ames, Iowa · Public University · Est. 1858

US #17 QS World #481 ROI B Admissions open

Net price: $18,589/yr
Admission rate: 89%
Earnings (10yr): $63,386
Students: 25,367

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University of Iowa

Iowa City, Iowa · Public University · Est. 1847

US #64 ROI B Admissions open

Net price: $22,531/yr
Admission rate: 84%
Earnings (10yr): $64,762
Students: 22,264

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University of Northern Iowa

Cedar Falls, Iowa · Public University · Est. 1876

US #389 ROI C Admissions open

Net price: $15,901/yr
Admission rate: 93%
Earnings (10yr): $55,177
Students: 7,529

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Upper Iowa University

Fayette, Iowa · Private University · Est. 1857

US #462 ROI D Admissions open

Net price: $20,942/yr
Admission rate: 96%
Earnings (10yr): $52,766
Students: 1,994

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Dordt University

Sioux Center, Iowa · Private University · Est. 1955

US #468 ROI C Admissions open

Net price: $25,807/yr
Admission rate: 68%
Earnings (10yr): $52,559
Students: 1,597

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University of Dubuque

Dubuque, Iowa · Private University · Est. 1852

US #591 ROI D Admissions open

Net price: $23,386/yr
Admission rate: 89%
Earnings (10yr): $51,190
Students: 1,440

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Drake University

Des Moines, Iowa · Private University · Est. 1881

US #635 ROI B Admissions open

Net price: $29,127/yr
Admission rate: 64%
Earnings (10yr): $71,901
Students: 2,543

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Saint Ambrose University

Davenport, Iowa · Private University · Est. 1882

US #653 ROI C Admissions open

Net price: $24,691/yr
Admission rate: 77%
Earnings (10yr): $59,531
Students: 1,916

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Waldorf University

Forest City, Iowa · Private University · Est. 1903

US #735 ROI C Admissions open

Net price: $19,693/yr
Admission rate: 77%
Earnings (10yr): $51,165
Students: 1,827

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Grand View University

Des Moines, Iowa · Private University · Est. 1896

US #764 ROI C Admissions open

Net price: $21,774/yr
Admission rate: 99%
Earnings (10yr): $52,824
Students: 1,486

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Mount Mercy University

Cedar Rapids, Iowa · Private University · Est. 1928

US #822 ROI C Admissions open

Net price: $20,168/yr
Admission rate: 83%
Earnings (10yr): $60,787
Students: 1,107

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Buena Vista University

Storm Lake, Iowa · Private University · Est. 1891

US #826 ROI D Admissions open

Net price: $18,846/yr
Admission rate: 78%
Earnings (10yr): $49,156
Students: 1,366

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Briar Cliff University

Sioux City, Iowa · Private University · Est. 1930

US #890 ROI C Admissions open

Net price: $23,907/yr
Earnings (10yr): $54,475
Students: 624

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William Penn University

Oskaloosa, Iowa · Private University · Est. 1873

US #938 ROI D Admissions open

Net price: $22,601/yr
Admission rate: 52%
Earnings (10yr): $48,936
Students: 1,301

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Simpson College

Indianola, Iowa · Private University · Est. 1860

US #949 ROI C Admissions open

Net price: $21,936/yr
Admission rate: 86%
Earnings (10yr): $59,274
Students: 1,227

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Northwestern College

Orange City, Iowa · Private University · Est. 1882

US #973 ROI D Admissions open

Net price: $25,907/yr
Admission rate: 80%
Earnings (10yr): $49,802
Students: 1,175

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Morningside University

Sioux City, Iowa · Private University · Est. 1894

US #993 ROI C Admissions open

Net price: $31,320/yr
Admission rate: 71%
Earnings (10yr): $55,494
Students: 1,163

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Loras College

Dubuque, Iowa · Private University · Est. 1839

US #1027 ROI C Admissions open

Net price: $20,716/yr
Admission rate: 100%
Earnings (10yr): $58,289
Students: 1,083

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Cornell College

Mount Vernon, Iowa · Private University · Est. 1853

US #1034 ROI D Admissions open

Net price: $23,634/yr
Admission rate: 80%
Earnings (10yr): $53,460
Students: 1,086

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Graceland University-Lamoni

Lamoni, Iowa · Private University · Est. 1895

US #1049 ROI D Admissions open

Net price: $18,504/yr
Admission rate: 81%
Earnings (10yr): $47,361
Students: 798

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Wartburg College

Waverly, Iowa · Private University · Est. 1852

US #1107 ROI C Admissions open

Net price: $32,908/yr
Admission rate: 76%
Earnings (10yr): $56,201
Students: 1,452

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Luther College

Decorah, Iowa · Private University · Est. 1861

US #1133 ROI C Admissions open

Net price: $23,097/yr
Admission rate: 72%
Earnings (10yr): $59,850
Students: 1,379

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Clarke University

Dubuque, Iowa · Private University · Est. 1843

US #1148 ROI C Admissions open

Net price: $24,479/yr
Admission rate: 72%
Earnings (10yr): $55,396
Students: 742

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Coe College

Cedar Rapids, Iowa · Private University · Est. 1851

US #1166 ROI C Admissions open

Net price: $18,745/yr
Admission rate: 64%
Earnings (10yr): $57,125
Students: 1,164

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Graduates of Science programmes report a median $35,060 two years after finishing, across 255 programmes that publish the figure , against median debt of $23,350.

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Frequently asked questions

Which are the best universities for science universities in Iowa?

By our composite ranking, the top choices include Iowa State University, University of Iowa, University of Northern Iowa. The full ranked list above shows each one's national rank, costs and admission data.

How much does it cost to study science universities in Iowa?

Costs vary widely by university: public institutions charge in-state residents far less than out-of-state and international students, and private universities set one price for everyone. Every listing above shows the published tuition and net price we hold from the federal College Scorecard, so you can compare like with like.

Can international students work while studying science universities in Iowa?

Yes, within the rules of the F-1 student visa: on-campus work during term, Curricular Practical Training tied to the program, and Optional Practical Training (OPT) after graduating — with a longer extension for eligible STEM degrees.

Why study in Iowa?

Filtering by Iowa keeps living costs, in-state tuition eligibility and part-time work in one place — the results above are limited to institutions located there.

About science universities in Iowa

This page lists science universities in Iowa held in our database, ordered by a composite score that combines QS World positions, our editorial star rating, academic breadth, internationalisation and student support — never paid placement. Program and cost figures come from the US Department of Education's College Scorecard. Use the filters to narrow by subject, level, university type or location; every combination has its own address you can bookmark or share.

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