University of Iowa admissions
Iowa City, IA
University of Iowa acceptance rate
83.6%
23,222 of 27,770 applicants were admitted in the 2024 cycle (U.S. Dept. of Education IPEDS data).
Less selective. With a rate like this, University of Iowa is often a likely or safety school for students who meet its requirements.
Key numbers
- Yield: 22% of admitted students enrolled (5,208 of 23,222).
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Common questions about University of Iowa
What is the acceptance rate at University of Iowa?
University of Iowa admitted 83.6% of applicants (23,222 of 27,770) in the 2024 admissions cycle, according to U.S. Department of Education IPEDS data.
How many admitted students enroll at University of Iowa?
5,208 of the 23,222 admitted students enrolled, a yield of 22%. Yield is the share of admitted students who choose to attend.
How do you compare at University of Iowa?
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