Published tuition is $26,250, with a full cost of attendance of $64,359 a year. After aid, families pay between $20,751 and $38,864 depending on income.
| Household income | Net price a year | Share of the sticker price |
|---|---|---|
| Under $30,000 | $21,688 | 34% |
| $30,001–$48,000 | $20,751 | 32% |
| $48,001–$75,000 | $27,056 | 42% |
| $75,001–$110,000 | $28,873 | 45% |
| Over $110,000 | $38,864 | 60% |
Net price is the federal measure of what students actually pay: total cost of attendance minus the grant and scholarship aid they receive. It is the only cost figure worth comparing between universities — the published tuition above is a list price that most students never pay in full.
A high Pell share means the university enrols many lower-income students, and usually that its net price for those families is well below the sticker price. A high loan share means the gap between aid and cost is being filled with borrowing — the repayment record shows how that works out afterwards.
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| University | In-state | Out-of-state | Cost of attendance | Net price (under $30k) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Iowa State University | $10,787 | $28,881 | $24,018 | $10,582 |
| University of Northern Iowa | $9,936 | $21,712 | $22,278 | $10,863 |
| Central College | $20,988 | $20,988 | $37,773 | $16,231 |
| Upper Iowa University | $19,475 | $19,475 | $34,022 | $17,715 |
| University of Iowa | $11,283 | $33,371 | $28,596 | $15,316 |
| Loras College | $39,824 | $39,824 | $50,537 | $20,479 |
Source: US Department of Education College Scorecard. Tuition and cost of attendance are as reported by the institution; net price is the average paid by students receiving federal aid, by household income band. Figures imported 28 Aug 2026.