Iowa State University

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:

Iowa State University ranking is #401 in Times Higher Education (THE) World University Rankings 2025. In the previous year's rankings, this university ranked at #351. It can be seen from the rankings that the university's position dropped in THE World University Rankings 2025. However, it has still retained its position among the world's Top 500 Universities in 2025. Some of the ranking parameters considered for THE rankings are teaching, research quality, industry, international outlook, etc.

To get into IA State University, first-year international applicants are required to have the following:

• A minimum GPA of 3.0 in high school
• SAT / ACT (not required for admission)
• English language proficiency requirement: TOEFL / IELTS / PTE / Duolingo scores are required
• Academic transcripts
• Bank statement or sponsor letter confirming USD 47,600
• Copy of passport

For international graduate students, a bachelor's degree is required. A minimum GPA of 3.0 is required. English language proficiency scores must also be submitted

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

Here are some of the top recruiters for Iowa State University MBA graduates:

• Cargill
• Conagra Brands
• Intel
• Citadel
• Midwest Asset
• Walmart 
• Honeywell
• General Mills
• U.S. Bank
• Pella
• PIC

IA State University is located in the heart of the Midwest in Ames, Iowa. Recently, Ames was named one of America's most livable small cities. Also, Iowa State's campus has been called one of the Top 25 beautiful campuses in the country. While studying at this university, students can go to Broadway musicals, cultural events, concerts, and Big 12 Conference events and can also experience dozens of local restaurants and shops, bowling alleys, movie theatres, etc. Also, there are 800+ student organizations at the campus.

The duration of the IA State University MSc in CS course is 2 years. The university's highly regarded academics, groundbreaking research, and supportive environment make the Department of Computer Science an exceptional place to pursue an advanced degree with immediate career applications. The university's CS department faculty includes ACM Distinguished Scientists, Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers Fellows, and Fulbright Scholars. Also, M.Sc in CS graduates of this university goes on to work at top organizations like Microsoft, Google, Walt Disney, Kingland, LinkedIn, etc.

IA State University is a student-centric leading land grant university recognised worldwide for excellence in Science & Technology, discovery & innovation. The university offers more than 100 UG, over 110 PG and nearly 85 Doctoral courses. Iowa State is established as an R1: Doctoral University with world-class scholars tackling challenges with innovative research and solutions. The university welcomes international students as well. A total of 2,800+ international students are enrolled in Fall 2024, comprising 9.5% of the total student enrollment.

IA State University tuition fees for undergraduate students for the academic year 2024-25 are given as follows:

 For postgraduate courses, IA State University tuition fee range is between INR 20.52 L – INR 43 L.