University of Iowa Acceptance Rates & Admissions Statistics

What Does University of Iowa Incoming Class Look Like?

Assess your admission prospects at University of Iowa by studying the statistics from their latest freshman classes.

On this page you’ll find:

• What Admissions Stats Mean for You

• Selectivity of University of Iowa

• Acceptance & Enrollment Stats at University of Iowa

• Male to Female Ratio of Applicants

• Average SAT & ACT Scores

• Helpful Resources

What Admissions Stats Mean to You

Reviewing the admissions stats at University of Iowa can help you determine your likelihood of acceptance. Take a look at the SAT and ACT scores of previous applicants to help you understand your chances of being accepted. If you find your scores are lower than the average freshman, try retaking the exam to better your score or reviewing colleges looking for scores matching your own.

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Selectivity (Fall 2021): What’s the Acceptance Rate for Students?

Acceptance and Enrollment Stats (Fall 2021)

What’s the Male/Female Breakdown When it Comes to Admissions?

Average Test Scores

About 18% of students accepted to Iowa submitted their SAT scores. When looking at the 25th through the 75th percentile, SAT Evidence-Based Reading and Writing scores ranged between 570 and 680. Math scores were between 560 and 670.

Iowa received ACT scores from 65% of accepted students. When looking at the 25th through the 75th percentile, ACT Composite scores ranged between 22 and 29.

Additional Question to Ask

• A college’s selectivity gives us an idea of how rigorous the studies are, and how competitive the students are. However, not all students thrive in a competitive atmosphere, even if their grades are good. Does this college have the best learning environment for you?

Notes and References

References

• National Center for Education Statistics
• College Scorecard
• Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System
• Image Credit: By KMSatoh202 under License

More about our data sources and methodologies.