Iona University
Faith-based college · New Rochelle, NY · 2,951 undergraduates
Acceptance rate, SAT and ACT scores, cost, and financial aid
Acceptance rate
87%
Accessible
SAT (middle 50%)
1110–1300
ACT (middle 50%)
24–29
Average net price
$26,250
per year, after grants
Cost of attendance
$59,826
per year, before aid
Graduation rate
59%
within 6 years
These numbers haven't been checked against official data yet. Values marked changed a lot or disagree with another source. Costs, aid, and policies change every year — always confirm on the college's website before you decide.
How hard is it to get into Iona University?
Iona University accepts about 87 of every 100 applicants (87%), which makes it accessible. This number changed a lot in the latest data, so confirm it with the college.
The middle half of admitted students scored between 1110 and 1300 on the SAT. A score at or above 1300 puts you in the top quarter of admitted students; below 1110, your scores are below most.
On the ACT, the middle half scored 24–29.
The latest federal data says Iona University is test-optional (scores are considered if you send them), but that data can lag a year or two and several colleges have changed their policies since. Confirm on Iona University's admissions website before you decide whether to send scores.
How much does Iona University cost?
The full cost of attendance — tuition, fees, housing, food, books, and other expenses — is about $59,826 a year before financial aid.
After grants and scholarships, students who get federal aid pay $26,250 a year on average. Your price depends on your family's income — use the college's net price calculator for an estimate.
Tuition and fees are $48,680 a year.
- Tuition & fees (in-state)$48,680
- Tuition & fees (out-of-state)$48,680
- Room & board$19,390
- Total cost of attendance$59,826
- Average net price after grants$26,250
Popular majors
Business, Psychology, Health Professions & Nursing, Communications, Criminal Justice.
Iona University FAQ
- What is Iona University's acceptance rate?
- 87% — accessible.
- What SAT score do you need for Iona University?
- Admitted students' middle 50% range is 1110–1300. Aim for 1300 or higher to be above most admitted students.
- What ACT score do you need for Iona University?
- Admitted students' middle 50% range is 24–29.
- Is Iona University test-optional?
- The latest federal data says Iona University is test-optional (scores are considered if you send them), but that data can lag a year or two and several colleges have changed their policies since. Confirm on Iona University's admissions website before you decide whether to send scores.
- How much does Iona University cost?
- About $59,826 a year before aid; $26,250 on average after grants.
- What is Iona University's FAFSA school code?
- 002737. Add it in the "Colleges" section of the FAFSA at studentaid.gov so Iona University receives your information.
- What is Iona University's graduation rate?
- 59% of students finish within six years.
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