| ISU | vs. | KU |
|---|---|---|
| Ames, Iowa | Location | Lawrence, Kansas |
| Four-years, Public | School Type | four-years, Public |
| Doctor's degree | Highest Degree Offered | Doctor's degree |
| Research University (very high research activity) | Carnegie Classification | Research University (very high research activity) |
In-State$10,497
Out-Of-State$27,683 | 2024 Tuition & Fees | In-State$11,700
Out-Of-State$29,412 |
| 79% | % Receiving Financial Aid | 75% |
| $9,461 | Average Amount of Financial Aid | $10,373 |
| 90.22 % | Acceptance Rates | 87.84 % |
| 28.96 % | Yield (Enrollment Rates) | 31.31 % |
| 1,220 | SAT Score | 1,210 |
| 24 | ACT Score | 24 |
| 74 % | Graduation Rate | 67 % |
| 18 % | Transfer-out Rate | 23 % |
| 86 % | Retention Rate | 85 % |
| 29,969 | Student Population | 26,708 |
| 1,519 | Number of Faculties | 2,383 |
| 18 to 1 | Students to Faculty Ratio | 17 to 1 |
| Distance Learning (Online Classes), ROTC, Study Abroad, Weekend/Evening College, Teacher Certification | Special Learning Opportunities | Distance Learning (Online Classes), ROTC, Study Abroad, Weekend/Evening College, Teacher Certification |
| Academic/career counseling service, Employment services, Placement services, On-campus daycare | On Campus Student Services | Academic/career counseling service, Employment services, Placement services, On-campus daycare |