Iowa State University

Iowa State University is a public four-year institution located in Ames, IA, in a small city setting. The university enrolls 32,126 students (IPEDS 2023) and holds a quality score of 67 out of 100. It reports a 75% completion rate (IPEDS 2023) and an 88% retention rate (IPEDS 2023).

Iowa State offers a range of career-oriented programs across multiple credential levels. At the bachelor's level, the university provides programs in Engineering/Industrial Management, Computer and Information Systems Security/Information Assurance, and Athletic Training. Associate-level programs include Engineering/Industrial Management, Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, and Athletic Training. This breadth of offerings spans engineering, healthcare, cybersecurity, and sports medicine fields.

As a major research university in central Iowa, Iowa State serves a large student body with programs that bridge traditional academic education and applied career preparation, particularly in technical and health-related disciplines.