University of Iowa In-State Rules

In-state residency regulations vary by university; so do the costs and benefits of earning in-state status.  Below, you will find an overview of the major in-state requirements for University of Iowa , an exact accounting of what’s at stake, as well as a consideration of in-state residency’s influence on financial aid including popular University of Iowa grants and scholarships.

Nicknames:

UI, U of Iowa, University of Iowa-Iowa City

 

University of Iowa Tuition Overview:

$27,890 out-of-state tuition

$8,104 in-state tuition

$19,786 tuition savings/year

 

University of Iowa Total Cost of Attendance:

$40,796 out-of-state residents

$21,010 in-state residents

$19,786 savings/year

 

University of Iowa In-State Requirements:

Much more difficult than Iowa State University, University of Iowa is serious business when it comes to earning in-state residency.  Don’t expect much wiggle room here, deadlines are strictly enforced, and there are firm do’s and don’ts…so be careful for pitfalls.

A good candidate for in-state tuition is somebody who:

• firmly wants to plant their flag in Iowa
• can sever all ties to other states
• can remain in Iowa throughout the year with limited absences (including very limited absences during academic breaks)
• is able to or willing to go to school part-time maximum during one-year domicile period
• is able to work in Iowa (what else are you doing, you’ll have only part-time school after all)
• is able to get student loans as needed
• is self-reliant and planning to finance at least part of their own education

If that describes you or you think you’re close, next steps are…

 

Want more, a definitive report detailing everything important you need to know?  Check out In-State Angels’ UI-Iowa City Report.

If you’d prefer we just take your information and tell you what your in-state prospects are at University of Iowa, you may want In-State Angels’ UI-Iowa City Customized Report.

To discuss University of Iowa with an expert, check out Consulting.

Or maybe you’re interested in having In-State Angels completely oversee your quest for in-state residency and guarantee your results, you may want to check out In-State Angels’ Full-Client Assessment.

 

University of Iowa Out-of-State Tuition vs. In-State Tuition:

An annual tuition difference of $19,768 is substantial, that’s worth over two years of in-state tuition!

 

University of Iowa Financial Aid:

A couple things you need to know about financial aid as it relates to earning in-state residency at University of Iowa:

1) Any financial aid including grants and scholarships that requires your being a tax dependent of somebody OR requires you to be an out-of-state resident will in general disqualify you from establishing residency.  This means that by accepting such awards, you will be getting no closer to in-state tuition.  There are some exceptions to this whereby certain awards you can accept during your domicile period but will automatically surrender upon earning in-state status.

2) Your financial aid is re-assessed after earning in-state status and your Expected Family Contribution will be taken into consideration in light of the vastly reduced tuition you will owe.

See article: Do Your FAFSA…You Will Thank Us Later

 

University of Iowa Grants:

Iowa Grant

This state-funded grant provides between $100 and $1,000 per year for up to four years, based on financial need and other criteria.

Iowa Boost Award

Any incoming freshman from Iowa that receive a Pell Grant will automatically receive the Iowa Boost Award, which provides $1,000/year for up to four years.

University of Iowa Scholarships:

Presidential Scholarship Program

Minimum requirements are 30 ACT (or 1330 CR+M SAT) and a 3.8 GPA.  A separate application is required.  The scholarship is for $10,000/year for up to four years.

Old Gold Scholarship

Automatically awarded to eligible students, this scholarship provides $5,000/year for up to four years.  Minimum requirements are 30 ACT (or 1330 CR+M SAT) and a 3.8 GPA.

UI National Scholars Award (nonresident)

Automatically awarded to eligible students upon admission, this scholarship provides $4,996/year for up to four years (adjusted if tuition increases).  Minimum requirements are 26 ACT (or 1170 CR+M SAT) and a 3.6 GPA.