Iowa State University

. In the U.S. specific rankings by U.S. News & World Report, Iowa State University rank is #121 in 2025 out of 430+ National Universities. The overall score obtained by this university in the National rankings is #61. A few of the parameters considered to evaluate the rankings are outcomes, faculty resources, expert opinion, student excellence, financial resources, etc. The previous year's ranking of this university in the National category is not available.

In the Quacquarelli Symonds Global MBA rankings 2025, Iowa State University ranks at #251 in 2025. It was placed in the same position since the last two years. Parameters used to calculate these rankings are return on investment, thought leadership, employability, diversity, etc. The university's MBA course offers internship support, excellent career coaching, STEM-designated specializations, etc.  

Iowa State ranking in the Quacquarelli Symonds World University Rankings is #449 in 2026. In 2025, this university ranked at #470. This shows that this university's rank increased by a few spots in 2026. Parameters used to evaluates the Quacquarelli Symonds rankings are academic reputation, international research network, employment outcomes, citations per faculty, etc. As per Quacquarelli Symonds rankings, this university is one of the top public universities in Ames, United States.  

The University at Buffalo ranking is #251 in Times Higher Education (THE) World University Rankings 2025. Whereas, Iowa State ranking is #401 in 2025. This shows that the University at Buffalo ranks better than Iowa State. A comparison of these universities over the years is given below for reference:

As per the student reviews at IA State University, the following things must be kept in mind:

• Go out of the university's campus once in a while and check out Ames as a city. Check out the local parks, shop downtown, and interact with the locals
• Volunteer as this helps students to make valuable contacts. It also boosts the resume
• Attend IA State Sporting events
• Also, get a part-time job