Academics
RegistrationClosed ProgramsCollege of Design studio courses.
LimitationsCollege of Engineering requires 3.0 GPA.
Notable Academic Programs- Agricultural Engineering - The Department at Iowa State was the first in the world to grant a degree in Agricultural Engineering in 1905. It is now the largest Agricultural/Biosystems/Biological Engineering department in the country, and is ranked #2 in the U.S., according to the U.S. News and World Report.
- Statistics - Department established in 1947 and ranks 20th nationally.
- Computer Science - Iowa State is home to the first electronic digital computer created in 1939. Students may complete courses toward a B.S. in Computer Science or Software Engineering in addition to courses in the Bioinformatics & Computational Biology undergraduate program.
- Entrepreneurship - Ranked #11 for undergraduate entrepreneurship programs by Princeton Review and Entrepreneur magazine.
Gain professional skills and networking opportunities through resources like the CyBiz lab, Student Innovation Center, and access to outstanding faculty and staff partners.
- Apparel/Fashion Merchandising - Ranked #3 among public fashion schools by Fashion School.
Unique Academic Programs
- Meteorology
- Landscape Architecture/Design - Our undergraduate Landscape Architecture (10th), Interior Design (15th) and Architecture (22nd) programs are ranked in the top 25 nationally by DesignIntelligence.
- Illustration - The Biological/Pre-Medical Illustration Program is designed for students who want to combine their interests and aptitudes in science and art. The major prepares students for careers in biological illustration or graduate education in medical illustration elsewhere.
Options
Honors Access: Yes
Undergraduate Majors Open to NSE StudentsAccounting, Actuarial Science, Aerospace Engineering...
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Tuition / Finances
Figures per Semester are current as of 05/25/23
Finances
- Campus Budget
- Fees are subject to change without notice.
- Two semesters = one academic year
- Three quarters = one academic year
Tuition and Fees Per Semester - Host Payment Students
- Estimated cost: $5249.
- Expect 5-15% increase for the subsequent academic year.
- Figures are based on 15 hours. Actual costs may be greater or less depending upon your actual enrollment.
- Figures do not include costs you will incur for course specific enrollment (e.g., laboratory courses, student teaching, studio art)
- See below for credit hour restrictions and/or miscellaneous fees applicable to Host Payment students.
Tuition and Fees - Home Payment Students
- No tuition/fees are paid to the host campus.
- Figures do not include costs you will incur for course specific enrollment (e.g., laboratory courses, student teaching, studio art)
- See below for credit hour restrictions and/or miscellaneous fees applicable to Home Payment students.
Maximum Credit Hours Per Semester
- Host Payment: 18
- Home Payment: 18
Financial Aid for NSE Students
Regardless of Payment Plan, financial aid is awarded by and disbursed from your home campus.
Miscellaneous Fees - Per Semester
| Purpose |
Amount |
Period |
Plan |
Status |
| Admission Fee |
$40 |
Year |
Host & Home |
Mandatory |
| NSE Program Fee |
$50 |
Semester |
Host & Home |
Mandatory |
| Parking Fee |
$166 |
Year |
Host & Home |
Optional |
| International Student Health Insurance Fee |
$935 |
Semester |
Host & Home |
Mandatory |
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. The current cost for the fall term is $785 and the spring term is $1099. The average per term cost is shown above.
Room / Meals
Figures are current as of 05/25/23
On-Campus Housing Per Semester
- On-Campus Housing
- 29% living on campus
- Double: $4863 (includes meals)
- Per semester unless otherwise noted
- Maximum housing reserved for women: 15
- Maximum housing reserved for men: 15
Off-Campus Housing
- Approximate monthly cost: $750.
- Proximity to campus: .75 mile
- Local Public Transportation Available to Campus
Notes About HousingThere are many options for housing. Generally, NSE students enjoy living in Fredericksen Court or a suite-style living arrangement. If you look off-campus and do NOT have a car, make sure to check the nearest CyRide bus stop.
Meal Plans
Notes About Meal PlansMeal plans consist of a combination of dining center meals and Dining Dollars. Meals can be used in all dining centers and in certain campus retail locations. Dining Dollars can be used in any ISU Dining Center location, including on-campus convenience store type locations.
The default plan includes anytime access to dining centers, 20 Flex Meals per semester, and $100 Dining Dollars. The cost of this plan is $2205/semester. The other variations of the traditional meal plans are listed here https://www.dining.iastate.edu/meal-plans/residence-halls/
Health
Figures per Semester are current as of 05/25/23
| Purpose |
Amount |
Period |
Plan |
Status |
| Health Insurance |
$935 |
Semester |
Host & Home |
Optional |
Important Notes about 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. The current cost for the fall term is $935 and the spring term is $1309. The average per term cost is shown above.
Exchange with Canada - Health Insurance
Students must purchase campus health insurance at $935 per semester.
Requirements
Other Health Related Comments
All NSE students with non-U.S. Citizenship will be assessed student health insurance (average of $942) during Iowa State enrollment, regardless of NSE payment plan.
You are eligible for a waiver if your current institution insurance or Canadian health insurance offers the same coverage. Please inquire with the NSE coordinator for more information.
