Colleges in Iowa
32 colleges and universities in Iowa
Total Schools
32
Avg Acceptance Rate
78.1%
Avg SAT Score
1158
Public / Private
3 / 29
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Top Iowa Colleges by Acceptance Rate
Most selective schools in Iowa — click any school for full admissions data
| School | Acceptance Rate | SAT Avg |
|---|---|---|
| Grinnell College acceptance rate | 12.68% | 1486 |
| Faith Baptist Bible College and Theological Seminary acceptance rate | 49.68% | 1088 |
| William Penn University acceptance rate | 57.01% | 996 |
| Drake University acceptance rate | 64.13% | 1288 |
| Clarke University acceptance rate | 68.16% | 1060 |
| Morningside University acceptance rate | 70.57% | 910 |
| Coe College acceptance rate | 70.67% | 1206 |
| Dordt University acceptance rate | 71.16% | 1175 |
| Buena Vista University acceptance rate | 71.76% | 1090 |
| Waldorf University acceptance rate | 72.60% | — |
| Luther College acceptance rate | 73.27% | 1238 |
| Saint Ambrose University acceptance rate | 73.32% | — |
| Mount Mercy University acceptance rate | 78.76% | 1120 |
| Central College acceptance rate | 78.97% | 1115 |
| Cornell College acceptance rate | 80.66% | 1246 |
Frequently Asked Questions
- How many colleges are in Iowa?
- There are 32 colleges and universities in Iowa, including 3 public and 29 private institutions.
- What is the average acceptance rate for Iowa colleges?
- The average acceptance rate for colleges in Iowa is 78.1%.
- What is the average SAT score for Iowa colleges?
- The average SAT score across colleges in Iowa is 1158.
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