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Paying for Iowa

The sticker price is rarely what families pay. Here is what Iowa actually costs after aid, broken down by income, with the real numbers and a calculator for your situation.

Estimate your cost

An estimate from published averages, not an offer. Always run Iowa's official net price calculator and file the FAFSA/CSS Profile for your real number.

Average net price by family income

Under $30k$15,316/yr after aid
$30 to 48k$15,489/yr after aid
$48 to 75k$19,930/yr after aid
$75 to 110k$23,811/yr after aid
$110k+$26,266/yr after aid

The full cost

Sticker (cost of attendance)$26,414
In-state tuition$10,046
Out-of-state tuition$32,669
Room & board$12,920
Average net price$15,000
Students on aid62%
Financial needDoes not meet full need for everyone
International studentsLimited aid for international students, mostly merit

Iowa cost & aid FAQ

How much does Iowa cost after financial aid?

The average family pays about $15,000 per year at Iowa after grants and scholarships, against a sticker price of $26,414. Use the calculator to estimate your own net price by family income.

What does Iowa cost by family income?

At Iowa, the average total net price (tuition, room, board and fees, after aid) is about $15,316 per year for families earning under $30,000 and about $26,266 for families earning over $110,000. Net price rises with income because most aid is need-based.

Does Iowa give financial aid to international students?

Limited aid for international students, mostly merit. International applicants should confirm aid policies directly with Iowa's financial aid office.

Does Iowa meet full financial need?

Does not meet full need for everyone. Meeting need means the school aims to cover the gap between its cost and what your family can pay, as determined by the FAFSA and CSS Profile.

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