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University of Iowa Admissions 2025: Application Deadline, Requirements & Costs

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The application for the University of Iowa admission 2025 is open for international students. Applicants can apply to their prospective program before the deadline mentioned below:

  • The University of Iowa application deadline for acceptance for the Fall Semester is May 01, 2025
  • Deadlines for graduate admission vary as per the program type
  • Iowa University deadline for MBA admission for spring intake is Oct 15, 2024 (priority deadline).

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University of Iowa Admission Process 2025

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Q:   Is GRE required for the University of Iowa?

A: 

The Graduate Record Examination (GRE) General Test is required for graduate admission at the University of Iowa for international students. For some programs, the GRE test score is not required for admission nor at any point during the program, but can strengthen your application for admission and scholarship eligibility.

Also check the GRE Cutoff Scores for Universities in the USA

Q:   Does the University of Iowa require IELTS?

A: 

International students whose first language is not English must provide English language proficiency proof to get admission to the university. The university the IELTS score as a proof of English language proficiency. The below table includes the minimum score required for undergraduate and graduate admission:

English Language Test

UG Admission Requirements

PG Admission Requirements

IELTS

6.5 (no part score under 6.0)

Overall score of 7 with no subscore less than 6

Also read: Study in the USA without IELTS and TOEFL in 2023

Q:   How do I apply to the University of Iowa?

A: 

International students can easily apply for the University of Iowa admissions by following the below points:

·      Submit your application – students can submit the online admission application through Common Application

·      Pay application fee – pay the University of Iowa application fee (non-refundable)

·      Provide academic records – submit your official academic transcripts

·      Meet the English proficiency requirements – submit the English language proficiency test score of any IELTS/TOEFL/PTE

·      Additional test score – Provide ACT/SAT score for undergraduate and GMAT/GRE for graduate admission (optional)

Also read: When to Start Your Application Process to US Universities

Q:   Does University of Iowa require GMAT for MBA admissions?

A: 

International students who wish to study the University of Iowa MBA programme does not require to a test score (GMAT or GRE) at any point during the program. However, submitting the test score can strengthen your application for admission and scholarship eligibility.

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University of Iowa Application Process 2025

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Q:   What is the deadline to apply to Iowa State University?

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The University of Iowa application deadlines for international first-year applicants vary depending on the student's area of study and planned enrollment date. The below table have the application deadline for undergraduate and graduate admissions:

University of Iowa Deadline for Undergraduate Admission

Check the table below for the University of Iowa deadline for undergraduate admission:

College to Which You are Applying

International Application Deadline

Liberal Arts & Sciences

·      May 1, 2024, for Fall Semester or Summer Session

·      Nov 15, 2024, for Spring Semester

Education

·      May 1, 2024, for Fall Semester or Summer Session

·      Nov 15, 2024, for Spring Semester

Engineering

·      May 1, 2024, for Fall Semester or Summer Session

·      Nov 15, 2024, for Spring Semester

Business

·      Mar 1, 2024, for Fall Semester

Nursing

·      Feb 1, 2024, Regular Admission for Fall

·      Nov 1, 2024, Early Action Admission for Fall Semester

Pharmacy

·      Feb 1, 2024, for Fall Semester (summer and spring admission not offered)

Public Health

·      May 1, 2024, for Fall Semester or Summer Session

·      Nov 15, 2024, for Spring Semester

University of Iowa Deadline for Graduate Admission

Check the table below for the University of Iowa deadline for graduate admission:

Graduate Program

Application Deadline

MS in CS

Jan 1, 2024 (Fall semester)

MA

Feb 1, 2024 (Fall & Summer semester)

MS in Data Science

Apr 15, 2024 (Fall semester)

Oct 1, 2024 (Spring semester)

MS in Electrical & Computer Engineering

Dec 15, 2023 (Fall semester)

Oct 15, 2024 (Spring semester)

Juris Doctor Program (JD)

May 1, 2024 (First-Year Applicants, Kinnick Law Applicants, and 3+3 Applicants)

STEM Education (MS)

Rolling Basis

International students can check Study in the US: Which type of application deadline to choose?

Q:   What GPA do you need to get into the University of Iowa?

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International students must have a minimum GPA of 3.0 on a scale of 4.0 to get admission at the University of Iowa. According to Iowa admission report, the Median GPA for class of 2027 is 3.83 on a scale of 4.0. Students also have a good academic profile and meet the other requirements for the University of Iowa admissions.

Also read: Grading System in the USA: All you need to know

Q:   How much is the graduate application fee for international students at Iowa State University?

A: 

The University of Iowa graduate application fee for international students is USD 100 or INR 8,338.47. The application fee is non-refundable and applicants have to pay it to submit their admission application.

(USD 1 = INR 83.3)

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Q:   How much is the application fee for Iowa State University?

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Applicants have to pay the non-refundable Iowa University application fee to submit the admission application. We have mentioned the University of Iowa application fee for international students below:

·      UG: USD 80 or INR 6,670.77

·      PG: USD 100 or INR 8,338.47

(USD 1 = INR 83.3)

International students can check the list of USA Universities with No Application Fees

Q:   Is the University of Iowa test optional?

A: 

Yes, University of Iowa chooses to be test optional for international students and does not require any additional test scores. Students who completed their secondary school outside the United States are not required to submit test score of ACT/SAT for undergraduate admission. Also there is no test score (GRE/GMAT) required for graduate admission, but can strengthen your application for admission and scholarship eligibility.

Q:   What is the acceptance rate for University of Iowa for international students?

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The University of Iowa acceptance rate for international students is around 86%, which means out of 100 applications only 86 are accepted. A moderately high acceptance rate, make the Iowa admissions slightly competitive for international students. Applicants must have a good academic score and a qualifying GPA to get admission to the university successfully.

University of Iowa Admissions 2025 FAQs

Q:   How much does an MBA cost at the University of Iowa?

A: 

The University of Iowa MBA fees for international students is INR 14 L for the first year. The below table include the complete Iowa MBA fees for students:

Fees components

Amount

Tuition & fees

INR 14,02,987

Q:   Is the University of Iowa good for international students?

A: 

The University of Iowa is ranked among the top universities in the world and offer top ranked programs in the world. Highly experienced faculty of their field deliver the best education to students. Iowa is test optional and hence there is no need to take the additional test like ACT/SAT/GRE/GMAT for admission. The University of Iowa fees is also affordable for students. Therefore, yes the University of Iowa is good for international students to study in the USA.

Q:   What are the admission requirement for the University of Iowa?

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The University of Iowa requirements for international students are mentioned below:

University of Iowa Requirements for UG Admission

·      A 3.0 grade point average (GPA) on academic courses (a U.S. grade of "B" or better where an "A" = 4.0).

·      Must present three years of completed secondary (high school) coursework.

·      Completion of secondary school (generally representing 12-13 years of education).

·      Academic transcripts of secondary school education

·      Complete a High School education in a relevant discipline

·      Meet our English Proficiency Requirements

·      Provide additional test score of ACT/SAT (optional)

Note: If a student does not provide an ACT or SAT test score at the time of application, they may be required to submit additional academic documents, transcripts, or a personal statement to receive an admission decision.

University of Iowa Requirements for PG Admission

Below are the general minimum requirements for graduate admission at the University of Iowa:

·      A bachelor’s degree equivalent to a US bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited college or university

·      A minimum grade-point average (GPA) of 3.00 on a scale of 4.0

·      English Proficiency Requirements

·      Additional test score of GMAT/GRE (optional)

·      Submit a Financial Statement upon acceptance to the university

Know more about the Requirements to Study in the USA for International Students

Q:   What are the language requirements for international students at Iowa University?

A: 

International students have to meet the below English language requirements for the University of Iowa admissions:

English Language Test

UG Admission Requirements

PG Admission Requirements

IELTS

6.5 (no part score under 6.0)

Overall score of 7 with no subscore less than 6

IELTS Indicator
*accepted through Fall 2024

6.5 (no part score under 6.0)

Overall score of 7 with no subscore less than 6

TOEFL iBT

80 (no part score under 17)

Total score 81

TOEFL iBT Home Edition
*accepted through Fall 2024

80 (no part score under 17)

Total score 81

DuoLingo (DET)

110 or higher

Score of 105+

PTE

Not Accepted

Overall score of 68 with no subscore less than 58

Check the list of PTE

Q:   What are the requirements for University of Iowa MBA admissions?

A: 

International students have to meet the below requirements for the University of Iowa MBA admissions:

·      A bachelor's degree or higher from a regionally accredited college/university with a cumulative GPA of at least 3.0

·      If your GPA is under 3.0, you may qualify for our MBA Access admission option.

·      At least 18 months of post-undergraduate professional, full-time work experience

·      If you have 12 months of work experience, you may qualify for our MBA Access admission option.

·      U.S. citizenship/permanent residency, or non-U.S. citizenship with a valid non-student visa

Q:   What is the University of Iowa fees for international students?

A: 

The University of Iowa fees for international students varies by program. The tuition fees for first year study ranges from INR 6 L to INR 57 L as per the programme type. We have mentioned the Iowa courses fees in the table below:

Courses

1st Year Tuition Fees

MIM (3 courses)

INR 25 L - 26 L

MIM (3 courses)

INR 8 L - 26 L

MIM (3 courses)

INR 19 L - 31 L

MS (2 courses)

INR 7 L - 37 L

PG Certificate (7 courses)

INR 7 L - 25 L

MA (5 courses)

INR 10 L - 25 L

UG certificate (5 courses)

INR 6 L - 7 L

MSN (2 courses)

INR 56 L - 57 L

BA (1 course)

INR 8 L

BSc (1 course)

INR 8 L

MBA/PGDM (1 course)

INR 14 L

MDS (1 course)

INR 9 L

Must check the Cost of Studying in the USA for International Students

Q:   Does the University of Iowa offer scholarships to international students?

A: 

The University of Iowa scholarships are offered to first-year students based on their financial need, academic merit, or both. If a student meets the minimum requirements for multiple awards, they will automatically be awarded the scholarship with the highest dollar value. We have mentioned below some popular scholarships available for international students:

·      International Distinction in Education Award (IDEA)

·      Collegiate and Departmental Scholarships

Also read: Scholarships to Study in the USA for International Students 2023-2024

Q:   Which university would be better for MS CS? I have admission in Northeastern and the University of Iowa.

A: 

The University of Iowa is a better choice than Northeastern University to study MS In CS because of its acceptance rate. IOWA acceptance rate is around 86% on the other hand Northeastern acceptance rate is just around 7%. This shows that, it is slightly tough to get admission at Northeastern University than the University of Iowa. 

Q:   What are the requirements for admission into the University of Iowa as an undergraduate student?

A: 

International students must complete thier high school with a qualifying GPA to get admission to the University of Iowa undergraduate program. Mentioned below are the University of Iowa admission requirements for International students:

Iowa University UG Admission Requirements

  • A 3.0 grade point average (GPA) on academic courses (a U.S. grade of "B" or better where an "A" = 4.0).
  • Must present three years of completed secondary (high school) coursework.
  • Completion of secondary school (generally representing 12-13 years of education).
  • Academic transcripts of secondary school education
  • Complete a High School education in a relevant discipline
  • Meet our English Proficiency Requirements
  • Provide additional test scores for ACT/SAT  (optional)

Note: If a student does not provide an ACT or SAT score at the time of application, they may be required to submit additional academic documents, transcripts, or a personal statement to receive an admission decision.

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