Iowa State University

Updated At: 06/01/2026

TUITION & FEES (AWAY TUITION PAYMENT PLAN ONLY)

Estimated cost:

ROOM & MEALS

Average Room Cost (per term): $3500
Average Meal Plan Cost (per term): $2375

CAMPUS LINK:

Cost of Attendance

MISCELLANEOUS FEES:

Purpose

Amount

Period

Plan

Status

NSE Program Fee

$50

Term

Away & Home

Mandatory

Parking Fee

$176

Year

Away & Home

Optional

Textbook Rental

$259

Term

Away & Home

Optional

Orientation Fee

$45

Term

Away & Home

Optional

IMPORTANT NOTES:

HEALTH INSURANCE: All NSE students with non-U.S. Citizenship will be assessed student health insurance during Iowa State enrollment, regardless of NSE payment plan. You MAY be eligible for a waiver if your current institution insurance or Canadian health insurance covers required items. AY26-27 current cost for the fall term is $1050 and the spring term is $1470. More info at https://sship.hr.iastate.edu/undergraduategraduate-students. PARKING: Price for residence halls or commuter pass is shown. Cheaper option is available at the stadium lot. IMMEDIATE ACCESS: Iowa State offers online course materials for a flat fee through the Immediate Access program; all students are automatically enrolled in the program. If you prefer to purchase physical copies or want to opt-out, you will need to do so by the end of the first week of courses. More info at https://www.isubookstore.com/immediate-access-one-students.

Campus Budget

Estimated Budget for NSE Students