About Iowa State University

By focusing on the future and providing the best student experience possible by learning in a welcoming and supportive environment, Iowa State University attracts students and faculty who want to make an impactful difference. With a comprehensive land-grant mission of education, research, extension and outreach, we produce scholars whose ideas change the world. We provide innovative and entrepreneurial opportunities for students of all backgrounds through the Innovate at Iowa State program. Located just 30 minutes north of Des Moines, the city of Ames was recently named one of the Top 10 cities in the U.S. for campus life and career opportunities.