Can you get into University of Iowa?
Iowa City, Iowa
University of Iowa admits about 85% of applicants, making it accessible. Admitted students typically have SAT scores around 1130–1320, ACT composites around 22–28, about a 3.83 GPA (the middle 50%). Enter your stats below to see whether University of Iowa is a reach, match, or safety for you.
University of Iowa admissions profile
- Acceptance rate
- 85%
- SAT range (mid 50%)
- 1130–1320
- ACT range (mid 50%)
- 22–28
- Average GPA
- 3.83
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Admissions FAQ
- How hard is it to get into University of Iowa?
- University of Iowa has an acceptance rate of about 85%, which makes it accessible based on the most recent federal data.
- What GPA do you need to get into University of Iowa?
- Admitted students at University of Iowa have an average GPA of about 3.83. It's one factor among test scores, courses, and the rest of your application.
- What SAT or ACT score do you need for University of Iowa?
- The middle 50% of admitted students at University of Iowa have SAT scores between 1130–1320 and ACT composites between 22–28.
- What are my chances of getting into University of Iowa?
- Use FindU's free chance calculator on this page — enter your GPA and test scores to see whether University of Iowa is a reach, match, or safety. It's a directional estimate from public data, not a prediction or guarantee.