The University of Iowa is a public research university in Iowa City, Iowa, United States. The Ohio State University, commonly called Ohio State or OSU, is a public land-grant research university in Columbus, Ohio.
| University of Iowa | Ohio State University | |
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| Collegedunia Score | 5.2 Out of 10 | 6.1 Out of 10 |
| ranking (overall) | # 596 QS World University 2025 # 93 US News 2024 # 201 Times Higher Education 2024 | # 208 QS World University 2025 # 43 US News 2024 # 99 Times Higher Education 2024 |
| Subject Strength | # 77 for Engineering by US News 2024 # 44 for Medicine by US News 2024 # 35 for Law by US News 2024 | # 27 for Engineering by US News 2024 # 28 for Medicine by US News 2024 # 22 for Law by US News 2024 |
| Programs | UG Programs -83 PG Programs -49 Doctorate Programs -66 | UG Programs -146 PG Programs -75 Doctorate Programs -100 |
| Acceptance Rate | 80.7 % | 49.4 % |
| Exam Score | IELTS-7 SAT-1140 TOEFL-81 | Duolingo-120 IELTS-7 SAT-1260 TOEFL-79 |
| Cost to Study | Average Tuition Fees 32408 [For UG Program] Average Tuition Fees 13418 [For PG Program] Hostel + Meal - 21888 Per Year | Average Tuition Fees 36430 [For UG Program] Average Tuition Fees 40507 [For PG Program] Hostel + Meal - 14738 Per Year |
| placement (average package) | 96% of the students of the business school of the university were employed within six months of graduation with a median salary of $52,000. Some of the programs and the average salary are as follows: Masters in Science: $96,000 Bachelor of Science: $90,000 Bachelor of Arts: $85,000 Other Degree: $61,000 | Average Salaries are listed below:
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| application requirements | Submit official transcripts Submit entrance exam scores Submit English language scores Check program specific requirements | Academic transcripts; Academic recommendation; Standardized test scores; 2-3 LORs; Resume; SOPs/ Essays; Proof of English language proficiency; Additional Requirements (video interview, work experience, research papers, etc.). |
| Campuses and B-Schools | NA | Fisher College of Business |
| CollegeDunia Reviews | 7.5/10 Read 7 reviews | 8.5/10 Read 5 reviews |
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| General Facts | University of Iowa | Ohio State University |
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| Type of University | University | University |
| Established | 1847 | 1922 |
| Student:Faculty Ratio | 16:1 | 13:1 |
| Male:Female | 48% Male, 52% Female | 51% Male, 49% Female |
| Location Facts | The University of Iowa's main campus is located in Iowa City. The campus is roughly bordered by Park Road and U.S. Highway 6 to the north and Dubuque and Gilbert Streets to the east. The Iowa River flows through the campus, dividing it into west and east sides. | main campus in Columbus & regional campuses in Lima, Mansfield, Marion, Newark, & Wooster; 1,764-acre main campus, about 2.5 miles north of the city's downtown |
| Library | The University of Iowa library system is the state's largest library and comprises the Main Library, the Hardin Library for the Health Sciences, five branch libraries, and the Law Library. The University Libraries' holdings include more than five million bound volumes, more than 200,000 rare books, and 1000 historical manuscript collections. | 18th largest university research library in North America; 21 libraries on Columbus campus, 8 branches at off-campus research facilities & regional campuses, 1 book storage depository near campus; 5.8 million volumes in total. |
| Campus Life | Student Life is a one-stop resource for events, student clubs and organizations, community resources, and student support. You can live just a short walk or bus ride away from the heart of campus with your fellow first-year students in Iowa's residence halls. There are over 500 student organizations, including groups focused on politics, sports, games, lifestyles, dance, song, theater, and a variety of other activities. The University of Iowa has 20 varsity athletic teams, known as the Hawkeyes. All teams are members of the Big Ten Conference in the National Collegiate Athletic Association's Division I. In 2004 the university established an annual $25,000 contract with the newly reopened Iowa City Englert Theatre to host concerts and performances for as many as 40 nights a year. Students participate in a variety of student media organizations. | 90-acre recreational space; 6 Rec Sports facilities; 8 health & student wellness centers; 1000+ student organizations; 3 Arts and Culture centers; 30+ food outlets across different campuses; Ohio Union (One of area's most comprehensive event centers); The Lantern (official daily student published newspaper, one of the largest campus newspaper in USA). |
| Hostel | #On campus - $10450 #Off campus (with family) - $2850 #Off campus (not with family) - $8588 | #Food and housing - $14738 |
| Famous Alumni | James Cartwright, former Vice Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff George Gallup, founder of Gallup Poll Silas B. Hays, former Surgeon General of the United States Army Ashton Kutcher, actor Tennessee Williams, Pulitzer Prize-winning playwright | 570,000 living alumni; Larry Sanger (one of the founders of Wikipedia); Steve May (chief technology officer at Pixar); James S. Albus (Roboticist); Jesse Owens (American athlete); R. L. Stine (American novelist); Roy Lichtenstein (American artist); Patricia Heaton (American actress); Woody Hayes (American football player); James Thurber (American cartoonist); Ross Butler (American actor). |
| City Life | Iowa City is a town in Iowa with a population of 74,240. Iowa City is in Johnson County and is one of the best places to live in Iowa. Living in Iowa City offers residents an urban suburban mix feel and most residents rent their homes. In Iowa City there are a lot of bars, restaurants, coffee shops, and parks. Home to attractions such as The University of Iowa and The Old Capitol Museum, visitors can explore outdoor activities and historical sites when visiting Iowa City. There are also plenty of museums, galleries, and performance venues such as The Kalona Historical Village and Studio Arts. For entertainment, visitors can explore boutique shops and restaurants along with movie theaters and live music clubs. Whether you're looking for a peaceful retreat or an exciting night out, Iowa City has something for everyone! | Columbus- the capital & largest city in Ohio; distinctive neighborhoods, dynamic nightlife & music, creative arts scene, original culinary experiences, wide array of festivals; famous attractions: Columbus Zoo and Aquarium, Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens, Columbus Museum of Art, Center of Science and Industry (COSI), Huntington Park, Topiary Park; Unemployment Rate: 3.5% (Dec 2019) |
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