Iowa State University - Ratings, Reviews & Ranking

Ames, Iowa, United States

4.4

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Overview

4.4
out of 5

Overall Score

60%

of those seeking jobs were employed in their area of study within 6 months of graduation.

38.9%

say the majority of the classes record their attendance.

85.7%

say they always feel safe on Campus

Academic Staff

5 Stars 68.4%

4 Stars 21.1%

3 Stars 10.5%

2 Stars 0%

1 Star 0%

Campus Facilities

5 Stars 52.6%

4 Stars 42.1%

3 Stars 5.3%

2 Stars 0%

1 Star 0%

Area of Study

5 Stars 73.7%

4 Stars 26.3%

3 Stars 0%

2 Stars 0%

1 Star 0%

Administrative Staff

5 Stars 43.8%

4 Stars 31.3%

3 Stars 18.8%

2 Stars 0%

1 Star 6.3%

Sports Facilities

5 Stars 68.8%

4 Stars 12.5%

3 Stars 18.8%

2 Stars 0%

1 Star 0%

Social Scene

5 Stars 31.3%

4 Stars 37.5%

3 Stars 25%

2 Stars 6.3%

1 Star 0%

Reviews

 
Maddie
Area Of Study :

  Arts & Humanities
Level :

 Undergraduate
Type of Student :						

 Traditional
Status When Reviewing :

 Student
Gender :						

 Female 
Started Here In :						

 Aug, 2023 

		Specific Area of StudyIntegrated Studio Arts

		Were You Happy with the Choice of Clubs and Societies Here?Yes

		Were you happy with the food options available on Campus?Yes

		Were you happy with the quality of the WiFi available on campus?Yes

		Do you think you weekly living expenses were manageable for a student?Yes

		Did the majority of your classes record your attendance?Yes

		Were you satisfied with the student support services available on campus?No

		Would You Recommend This Institute?Yes

		Did you always feel safe on campus?No

 " I can't say I've always felt safe on campus, especially when I'm by myself and it's dark (campus isn't very well lit at night). University has had a history with blatant racism and inaction against said racism. Only reason for the academic staff rating being so low is because my advisor sucks. Other than all that, I've been fairly happy with my choice in colleges. Also, campus itself is very pretty sometimes. "
					
	23 Sep 2025 

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Lauren
Area Of Study :

  Social Sciences
Level :

 Undergraduate
Type of Student :						

 Traditional
Status When Reviewing :

 Student
Gender :						

 Prefer_not_to_say 
Started Here In :						

 Aug, 2024 

		Specific Area of StudySocial Science

		Did You Find a Job in Your Area of Study Within 6 Months of Graduation?No

		Were You Happy with the Choice of Clubs and Societies Here?Yes

		Were you happy with the food options available on Campus?Yes

		Were you happy with the quality of the WiFi available on campus?Yes

		Are there enough computer labs for all the students?Yes

		Do you think you weekly living expenses were manageable for a student?Yes

		Did the majority of your classes record your attendance?Yes

		Were you satisfied with the student support services available on campus?Yes

		Would You Recommend This Institute?Yes

		Did you always feel safe on campus?Yes

 " The university has a wonderful  environment! Big campus and classes but great education. The teachers are always available for questions after or before class. Classmates are very friendly and willing to meet up for tutoring sessions, if needed. The university has many clubs for the students to get involved in the community. There are scholarship opportunities for all types of people. "
					
	2 Sep 2025 

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Anonymous
Area Of Study :

  Accounting, Business & Economics
Level :

 Undergraduate
Type of Student :						

 Traditional

		Specific Area of StudyMarketing and Supply Chain Management

		Were You Happy with the Choice of Clubs and Societies Here?No

		Were you happy with the food options available on Campus?Yes

		Were you happy with the quality of the WiFi available on campus?No

		Are there enough computer labs for all the students?Yes

		Do you think you weekly living expenses were manageable for a student?Yes

		Did the majority of your classes record your attendance?No

		Were you satisfied with the student support services available on campus?No

		Would You Recommend This Institute?Yes

		Did you always feel safe on campus?Yes

 " Great campus, friendly people, but the dining plans are incredibly overpriced and the parking police will get you. In terms of education though, I'm very surprised with the quality of education I've received. "
					
	17 Aug 2025 

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Anonymous
Area Of Study :

  Design
Level :

 Undergraduate
Type of Student :						

 Traditional
Status When Reviewing :

 Graduated
Gender :						

 Female 
Started Here In :						

 Aug, 2020 

		Specific Area of StudyInterior Design

		Did You Find a Job in Your Area of Study Within 6 Months of Graduation?Yes

		Were You Happy with the Choice of Clubs and Societies Here?Yes

		Were you happy with the food options available on Campus?Yes

		Were you happy with the quality of the WiFi available on campus?Yes

		Are there enough computer labs for all the students?Yes

		Do you think you weekly living expenses were manageable for a student?Yes

		Did the majority of your classes record your attendance?Yes

		Were you satisfied with the student support services available on campus?Yes

		Would You Recommend This Institute?Yes

		Did you always feel safe on campus?Yes

 " Great time for a typical college experience. Enthusiastic cyclone community with an awesome greek life. Lack of diversity racially and geographically was a shock, especially coming from the East Coast. "
					
	3 Jun 2025 

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Jack S
Area Of Study :

  Design
Level :

 Undergraduate
Type of Student :						

 Traditional
Status When Reviewing :

 Student
Gender :						

 Male 
Started Here In :						

 Aug, 2022 

		Specific Area of StudyArchitecture

		Were You Happy with the Choice of Clubs and Societies Here?Yes

		Were you happy with the food options available on Campus?No

		Were you happy with the quality of the WiFi available on campus?Yes

		Are there enough computer labs for all the students?Yes

		Do you think you weekly living expenses were manageable for a student?No

		Did the majority of your classes record your attendance?No

		Were you satisfied with the student support services available on campus?Yes

		Would You Recommend This Institute?Yes

		Did you always feel safe on campus?Yes

 " Very good campus resources, and very friendly helpful instructors. The core year classes are hugely helpful for incoming students that aren't yet completely sure of their major. This gives them a year to decide which area of study is best for them. "
					
	17 May 2025 

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