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Iowa Public Political Science Universities

Compare 18 programs at 3 universities in Iowa — graduates, earnings, debt and costs from the federal record on every listing.

3 universities · ranked best first

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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
2
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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

What this subject pays

Graduates of Political Science programmes report a median $33,993 two years after finishing, across 576 programmes that publish the figure , against median debt of $23,625.

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Frequently asked questions

Which are the best universities for public Political 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 public Political 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 public Political 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 public Political Science universities in Iowa

This page lists public Political 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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