What SAT score do you need for Iowa State University?
The 25th–75th percentile band shows where the middle half of admitted students score on the SAT. Numbers come from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard (2024–25 figures).
Where enrolled freshmen score
Share of Iowa State University's enrolled first-time freshmen in each SAT composite range, from the school's Common Data Set.
Iowa State University SAT band
25th
1,120
–
75th
1,360
Median
1,204
Mid-range for SAT averages. Admission rate: 89%.
Peer schools at this band
University of Missouri-Kansas City, MO
25–75:1,290–1,550Median:1,204
New Mexico Institute of Mining and Technology, NM
25–75:1,080–1,310Median:1,207
See your specific admit chance
The band above shows where admitted students scored. Run the admissions-chance tool to see what your specific score means for your chance at Iowa State University.
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SAT data from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard (2024–25 figures). Last updated March 7, 2026. Methodology.