Study at Iowa State University

One of the top public research universities especially strong in agriculture, engineering, and innovation.

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University Quick Facts

Country

United States

Campuses

Main campus in Ames

Established

1858

Type

Public, land-grant research university

Website

iastate.edu

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University Highlights

Globally ranked agriculture & forestry programs #12 in QS 2025

Leading College of Veterinary Medicine (QS 2025: 12th globally, 6th in US)

Robust research infrastructure, including Ames National Laboratory on campus

Wide array of undergraduate and graduate programs (over 100 majors)

Strong support for innovation, entrepreneurship, and industry collaboration

Why Choose Iowa State University?

Iowa State offers a rich blend of research, hands-on learning, and strong industry ties. Its land-grant mission drives engagement with communities and innovation. The campus environment, broad program options, and excellence in key fields (especially agriculture and engineering) make it a strong choice for international students.

Agricultural Excellence

Globally ranked agriculture & forestry programs #12 in QS 2025 with leading veterinary medicine college.

Research Powerhouse

Robust research infrastructure including Ames National Laboratory on campus with strong industry partnerships.

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Key Information

Global Rankings

THE 2025: 401-500 globally | QS 2025: ~#470 globally

Intakes

Fall (August/September) & Spring (January)

Popular Programs

Agriculture, Veterinary Medicine, Engineering, Computer Science

Scholarships

Departmental scholarships and graduate assistantships available

Top Courses to Study at Iowa State University

Plant / Soil Science / Agronomy

Biological Sciences / Biotechnology

Electrical / Mechanical / Civil Engineering

Computer Science / Data Science

Environmental Science / Ecology

Business / Economics / Business Analytics

Veterinary Medicine / Animal Science

Data Science / AI / Machine Learning

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International Scholarships for Students

Scholarship Name	Value
Department / college merit scholarships	Variable
Graduate assistantships (RA / TA)	Variable
External / foundation / government funding	Variable
Program-specific awards	Variable
International & external fellowships	Variable

Who Can Apply?

Requirements:

International & domestic students
Completion of secondary school (12th grade or equivalent)
Strong academic record in required subjects
English language proficiency (TOEFL / IELTS)

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