Your cost of attendance (COA) is an estimate of the expenses you may have while attending the University of Iowa.
The charts below detail the estimated 2025–2026 costs for a student enrolled full time (12 or more semester hours for undergraduate students) for the fall and spring semesters. New students in their first semester will also be billed a one-time University Records and Document Fee of $250.
The following estimated costs in the charts below are based on the undergraduate College of Liberal Arts and Sciences and the Graduate College.
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Undergraduate Estimated Costs of Attendance
Undergraduate - Living On or Off Campus, 2025-2026
| ESTIMATED CHARGES | Iowa Residents | Nonresidents |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition & fees* | $11,283 | $33,371 |
| Other estimated expenses | ||
| Housing & food** | $13,680 | $13,680 |
| Books & supplies | $950 | $950 |
| Personal expenses | $3,458 | $3,458 |
| Transportation | $1,140 | $1,140 |
| Total estimated charges and expenses | $30,511 | $52,599 |
*The tuition listed is estimated and is based on the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences. Tuition rates are finalized each summer for the following school year by the State of Iowa Board of Regents. Tuition varies for students depending on their area of study. View Detailed tuition and fee information.
**This cost is estimated, actual housing and food costs will vary by student. If you live on campus, your actual housing and food expenses will depend on your room and meal plan selection and will appear on your University Bill.
Undergraduate - Living at Home (with parent/relative), 2025-2026
| ESTIMATED CHARGES | Iowa Residents | Nonresidents |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition & fees* | $11,283 | $33,371 |
| Other estimated expenses | ||
| Housing & food** | $4,218 | $4,218 |
| Books & supplies | $950 | $950 |
| Personal expenses | $3,458 | $3,458 |
| Transportation | $760 | $760 |
| Total estimated charges and expenses | $20,669 | $42,757 |
*The tuition listed is estimated and is based on the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences. Tuition rates are finalized each summer for the following school year by the State of Iowa Board of Regents. Tuition varies for students depending on their area of study. View Detailed tuition and fee information.
**This cost is estimated, actual housing and food costs will vary by student.
Graduate/Professional Estimated Costs of Attendance
Graduate/Professional - Living On or Off Campus, 2025-2026
| ESTIMATED CHARGES | Iowa Residents | Nonresidents |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition & fees* | $13,425 | $32,372 |
| Other estimated expenses | ||
| Housing & food** | $18,886 | $18,886 |
| Books & supplies | $650 | $650 |
| Personal expenses | $3,458 | $3,458 |
| Transportation | $1,368 | $1,368 |
| Total estimated charges and expenses | $37,787 | $56,734 |
*The tuition listed is estimated and is based on the Graduate College. Tuition rates are finalized each summer for the following school year by the State of Iowa Board of Regents. Tuition varies for students depending on their area of study. View Detailed tuition and fee information.
**This cost is estimated, actual housing and food costs will vary by student. If you live on campus, your actual housing and food expenses will depend on your room and meal plan selection and will appear on your University Bill.
Graduate/Professional - Living at Home (with parent/relative), 2025-2026
| ESTIMATED CHARGES | Iowa Residents | Nonresidents |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition & fees* | $13,425 | $32,372 |
| Other estimated expenses | ||
| Housing & food** | $4,218 | $4,218 |
| Books & supplies | $650 | $650 |
| Personal expenses | $3,458 | $3,458 |
| Transportation | $760 | $760 |
| Total estimated charges and expenses | $22,511 | $41,458 |
*The tuition listed is estimated and is based on the Graduate College. Tuition rates are finalized each summer for the following school year by the State of Iowa Board of Regents. Tuition varies for students depending on their area of study. View Detailed tuition and fee information.
**This cost is estimated, actual housing and food costs will vary by student.
International Estimated Cost of Attendance
International Students - Living On or Off Campus, 2024-2025
| Liberal Arts & Sciences | Business | Engineering | Nursing | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tuition & Fees* | $33,751 | $35,906 | $35,267 | $37,463 |
| Living Expenses** | $12,920 | $12,920 | $12,920 | $12,920 |
| Health Insurance | $3,250 | $3,250 | $3,250 | $3,250 |
| Books | $950 | $950 | $950 | $950 |
| Total (U.S.) | $50,871 | $53,026 | $52,387 | $54,583 |
*Additional fees include a $604-881 technology fee (varies by college), $79 student activity fee, $84 student services fee, $133 student union fee, $135 building fee, $338 recreation facility fee, $34 arts and cultural events fee, $33 career services fee, $282 student health fee, $35 mental health fee, a $250 records and documents fee, a $250 international student fee, and a $120 international orientation fee.
**This cost is estimated, actual housing and food costs will vary by student.
English Proficiency Exam - All students subject to taking the English Proficiency Exam will be charged a $120 fee not included in the fees above, which covers the cost of the test, staffing, and scoring. This fee is assessed by the English As a Second Language program.
- Business international students - third and fourth-year Business students pay $35,477 tuition.
- Engineering international students - second, third and fourth-year Engineering students pay $34,929 tuition.
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