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Iowa State is home to game changers and industry leaders who take the world by storm. From your first step on campus, you will be surrounded by world-renowned professors, resume-building opportunities and state-of-the-art facilities to help you accomplish your dreams. 800 clubs and organizations. More than 100 majors. 1 amazing adventure. Like to apply yourself? Apply using our institutional application or the Common App.

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First-Year Students

You're a high school senior or first-time college student seeking a bachelor's degree.

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Transfer Students

You’re currently studying or have studied at another college/university after graduating from high school and wish to attend Iowa State.

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International Undergraduate Students

You're not a U.S. citizen/permanent resident but are seeking a bachelor's degree.

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Graduate Students

You hold a bachelor's or higher degree from a regionally-accredited college or university and wish to pursue a graduate degree.

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Military Students

Thank you for your service to our country.

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Nondegree Students

You're simply looking to learn and wish to take classes without working towards a degree at Iowa State.

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Returning Students

More information can be found on the Office of the Registrar's website.

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Veterinary Students

More information can be found on the College of Veterinary Medicine website.

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If you did not submit an application online, please submit your requested change via email to admissions@iastate.edu (Note: Changes requested by email will take longer to process).