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Mankato State vs University of Iowa (UIowa)

Minnesota State University-Mankato and the University of Iowa, both esteemed institutions of higher learning, offer distinct educational experiences. Minnesota State boasts a higher acceptance rate, making it a more accessible option for aspiring students. The University of Iowa, on the other hand, enjoys a higher graduation rate, indicating a strong commitment to student success. While Minnesota State excels in programs like business, education, and nursing, the University of Iowa shines in fields such as engineering, law, and medicine. Explore our comprehensive comparison table to delve into further details, including student body demographics, tuition fees, and notable alumni, to help you make an informed decision about your academic journey.
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Minnesota State University-Mankato

 		University of Iowa logo

University of Iowa

Overview

Location Mankato, Minnesota Iowa City, Iowa
Campus setting City: Small City: Small
College type 4 year 4 year
Control/business model Public Public
Calendar system Semester Semester
Degrees offered Undergraduate and Graduate Undergraduate and Graduate
Students retention rate 75.0% 88.0%
Common app member No Yes
Religious affiliation

Admission

Acceptance rate 69.5% 86.2%
Application fees
Undergraduate: $20
Graduate: $40
Undergraduate: $40
Graduate: $60
SAT range N/A 1130 - 1350
ACT range 19 - 25 22 - 29
Students submitting SAT score 18.0%
Students submitting ACT score 54.0% 65.0%
Total number of applicants 9,859 22,434
Total number of admissions given out 6,850 19,340
Admitted students who chose to enroll 2,113 4,521
Yield rate 30.8% 23.4%
Test scores (SAT/ACT) N/A N/A
High school GPA Required Required
Recommendation letters Not required Not required
High school transcript Required Not required
English proficiency test (e.g. TOEFL) Required Required

Tuition and Fees

Sticker price
In state: $20,558
Out of state: $29,612
In state: $24,686
Out of state: $46,649
Average net price $15,832 $17,599
Tuition
In state: $8,072
Out of state: $17,126
In state: $8,356
Out of state: $30,319
Room & board
Room/dormitory: $7,443
Meal plan: $2,755
$11,780
Available payment plans
  • Tuition payment plan
  • Tuition payment plan

Financial Aid

Students receiving financial aid

(Grants & scholarships)

 57.0%
Average amount $5,502 		71.0%
Average amount $11,007
Students receiving federal student loan 59.0%
Average amount $5,516 		44.0%
Average amount $5,282
Students taking out private loans 19.0%
Average amount $12,068 		10.0%
Average amount $16,747

Students and Campus
Undergraduate students 12,620
Men 45.3% Women 54.7% 		21,608
Men 44.3% Women 55.7%
Graduate students 1,956
Men 31.7% Women 68.3% 		8,301
Men 46.1% Women 53.9%
Racial/ethnic diversity
Low
Low
Out-of-state students N/A 39.4%
International students 8.7% 5.4%
Campus local/setting City: Small City: Small
Dormitory capacity 2,789 6,660
First year students are required to live on campus? No No
Top 5 states where most U.S. students come from N/A Iowa Illinois Minnesota Wisconsin California

Academics

Popular study areas
  • Education
  • Business
  • Health Professions
  • Kinesiology & Leisure Studies
  • Engineering
  • Business
  • Health Professions
  • Engineering
  • Education
  • Kinesiology & Leisure Studies
Students to faculty ratio 21:1 15:1
Institutional accreditation Higher Learning Commission Higher Learning Commission

Outcome

Graduation rate 51.8% 73.7%
Dropout rate 15.0% 7.2%
Transferred out 31.7% 17.7%
Alumni salary by major (Top 10)
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing (Master's Degrees)
  • Year 1: $95,759
  • Year 2: $104,749
  • Year 3: $102,706
Educational Administration and Supervision (First Professional Degrees)
  • Year 1: $84,499
  • Year 2: $78,719
  • Year 3: $86,825
Computer and Information Sciences, General (Bachelor's Degrees)
  • Year 1: $66,391
  • Year 2: $68,047
  • Year 3: $74,505
Mechanical Engineering (Bachelor's Degrees)
  • Year 1: $61,435
  • Year 2: $64,493
  • Year 3: $73,155
Construction Management (Bachelor's Degrees)
  • Year 1: $63,759
  • Year 2: $59,576
  • Year 3: $71,636
Accounting and Related Services (Master's Degrees)
  • Year 1: $57,947
  • Year 2: $61,303
  • Year 3: $69,886
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing (Bachelor's Degrees)
  • Year 1: $66,220
  • Year 2: $67,079
  • Year 3: $68,770
Clinical, Counseling and Applied Psychology (Master's Degrees)
  • Year 1: $51,535
  • Year 2: $61,064
  • Year 3: $68,175
Educational Administration and Supervision (Master's Degrees)
  • Year 1: $47,508
  • Year 2: $48,432
  • Year 3: $68,140
Engineering, General (Bachelor's Degrees)
  • Year 1: $58,743
  • Year 2: $63,302
  • Year 3: $66,606
Dentistry (First Professional Degrees)
  • Year 1: $125,938
  • Year 2: $134,155
  • Year 3: $142,171
Pharmacy, Pharmaceutical Sciences, and Administration (First Professional Degrees)
  • Year 1: $85,649
  • Year 2: $112,215
  • Year 3: $121,442
Business Administration, Management and Operations (Master's Degrees)
  • Year 1: $95,222
  • Year 2: $96,991
  • Year 3: $113,045
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing (Doctoral Degrees)
  • Year 1: $107,534
  • Year 2: $103,913
  • Year 3: $108,049
Public Health (Master's Degrees)
  • Year 1: $65,863
  • Year 2: $69,757
  • Year 3: $81,687
Law (First Professional Degrees)
  • Year 1: $61,283
  • Year 2: $69,338
  • Year 3: $81,057
Electrical, Electronics and Communications Engineering (Bachelor's Degrees)
  • Year 1: $72,973
  • Year 2: $69,657
  • Year 3: $80,787
Industrial Engineering (Bachelor's Degrees)
  • Year 1: $67,231
  • Year 2: $71,351
  • Year 3: $80,592
Accounting and Related Services (Master's Degrees)
  • Year 1: $59,094
  • Year 2: $65,387
  • Year 3: $78,583
Chemical Engineering (Bachelor's Degrees)
  • Year 1: $64,942
  • Year 2: $64,990
  • Year 3: $71,106

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