Contact Information
General Contact
- FAFSA School Code: 001871
- Phone: (515) 294-4111
- School Homepage
Admissions Office
Financial Aid Office
ACCEPTANCE RATE
58.31%FINANCIAL AID RATE
75%STUDENT TEACHER RATIO
10:1DEGREE OFFERED ONLINE
14FINANCIAL AID AWARD AVG.
$12,635Average Grants + Scholarship Aid Awarded to Undergraduate Students
Percent of Full-Time Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid
Percent of Students Paying In-State Tuition vs Out-of-State Tuition
School Map
Iowa Wesleyan University
1750 Beardshear Hall, Ames, IA
Iowa Wesleyan University, a nonprofit private institution, offers a large number of degree programs, allowing students to choose which major is right for them. Located in Mount Pleasant, IA, the campus offers a rural setting for students to study in. The school's United Methodist affiliation is one of its defining characteristics and plays an important role within the school's curriculum. The school enrolls 770 students annually, allowing for a more personalized education.
Here is a list of some of the popular programs Iowa Wesleyan College offers:
- Business And Marketing Studies
- Health And Clinical Professions
- Education
- Biological And Biomedical Sciences
- Psychology
To be considered for admissions, you may be asked to complete an application, write a personal statement, and submit high school records and test scores, which are then studied by admissions staff. An ACT or SAT exam is required prior to applying, with scores between 1298 to 1503 for the SAT exam and within the range of 18 to 22 for the ACT exam is common among students admitted to Iowa Wesleyan College. 64% of those who apply are accepted to this school, of which 16 percent choose to attend.
The cost of undergraduate tuition is nearly $25,000, but may change per year. Students are encouraged to visit the school's net price calculator to better understand their cost of attendance. Housing is available on-campus for students. The yearly cost of housing is about $3,300. Financial aid may be provided to students that meet the necessary requirements by way of scholarships, grants, and loans. In addition to the college credits listed below, IWU also accepts CLEP, IB Credit, DSST, and Excelsior Credit.
The Iowa Wesleyan University "Tigers" compete in a number of intercollegiate sports through participation in the NAIA. Sports available may include but not limited to:
- Baseball (NAIA Division II)
- Basketball (NAIA Division II)
- Track & Field (NAIA Division II)
- Football (NCAA)
- Golf (NAIA Division II)
For a complete list of academic programs offered, enrollment information, financial aid details, and more, please visit the school's website at http://www.iwc.edu.
Admission Requirements & Details
The admissions information below may provide a better idea of the applicants Iowa Wesleyan University accepts. The details may include application requirements and recommendations, as well as any AP college credits that may be transferred.
College Credits Accepted
- Dual Credits
- Life Experience Credits
- AP Course Credits
Student Enrollment
Iowa Wesleyan University has a total student population of about 620, with undergraduate students making up about 97% of the total student population and graduate students making up the rest.
Estimated Costs & Financial Aid
The items listed below are for informational purposes only and may not represent current tuition, fees, and expenses.
Tuition & Fees Information
- Annual tuition range estimates:
- State Residents: $24,000-$29,000
- Out-of-State: $31,000-$36,640
- Part time students pay in the range of $770 to $920 per unit
Financial Aid Details
The table below breaks down the types of financial aid, the percent of students receiving aid, and average amount of aid per student per year.
Percent of Students | Average Amount | |
---|---|---|
Any Financial Aid | 75% | - |
Receiving Grants & Scholarships | 75% | $14,383 |
Receiving Student Loans | 69% | $3,507 |
Academics & Student Services
Student Services
To help support students, Iowa Wesleyan University may offer student services including:- Online course work available
- Career path counseling
- Student employment
Specialized Programs & Accreditations
- Bachelor's Degree in Nursing (BSN) Program
- * Accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing, Inc. ? May 6, 2013 Formerly: National League for Nursing Accrediting Commission (since 1975)
Intercollegiate Athletics
Iowa Wesleyan University is a Member of National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA), with many of the sports being in the NCAA Division III with football classification. The most popular sports played are listed below:
- Baseball (St. Louis Intercollegiate Ath Conf)
- Basketball (St. Louis Intercollegiate Ath Conf)
- Football (Upper Midwest Athletic Conference)
- Golf
- Soccer
- Softball
- Track and Field, X-Country
- Volleyball
Programs Offered
The program list below is organized by areas of study. The programs that have a link will direct you to the program's profile page where you can learn more about education requirements and career pathways.
Get more information about the programs offered by Iowa Wesleyan University by clicking the request information to the right.
(C) Certificate or Award | (A) Associate's | (B) Bachelor's | (M) Master's Degree | (D) Doctorate (PhD,...)
Biological and Biomedical Sciences
- Biology (B)
Business and Marketing Studies
Education
- Elementary Education (B)
- Education (B)
- Physical Education (B)
English Language and Literature
- English (B)
Health and Clinical Professions
- Nursing (B)
Liberal Arts and Sciences
- General Studies (B)
Psychology
- Psychology (B)
Public Administration and Social Services
- Human Services (B)
Recreation and Fitness Studies
Security and Protective Services
Visual and Performing Arts
- Music (B)
Other 4-Year Private Colleges
The list of schools below have been selected by researching which schools offer similar programs to Iowa Wesleyan University.
- Hannibal - Lagrange College in Springfield, MO (87 miles away)
- MacMurray College in Chicago, IL (111 miles away)
- Missouri Valley College in Joplin, MO (155 miles away)
- East - West University in Glen Ellyn, IL (213 miles away)
- Calumet College of Saint Joseph in Indianapolis, IN (216 miles away)
See a list of all the colleges and universities by clicking on one of the links below:
- Visit the main Iowa colleges & universities profile page
- Get a list of all private colleges in Iowa
- Review a list of Iowa Bible and Christian Colleges
Contact Information
General Contact
- FAFSA School Code: 001871
- Phone: (515) 294-4111
- School Homepage