Satisfaction Rates for Recent Iowa Graduates
Recent graduates report high levels of satisfaction with their University of Iowa degrees.
Scoring Higher than the National Average
In 2010, the American Council on Education conducted a nationwide survey of college alumni ages 25-39. Here's what University of Iowa alumni reported:
| Value | Affordability | A Great Choice |
|---|---|---|
|
96% of UI alumni said the time and money they spent on their Iowa education was worth it, compared to the national average of 89% |
91% of UI alumni said they feel they paid a fair price for their Iowa education, compared to the national average of 76% |
87% of UI alumni said they would choose Iowa again, compared to the national average of 79% |
Scoring High Marks from Recent Graduates
The University of Iowa conducted a survey of its spring 2011 graduating class. Here's a sampling of the responses:
| Survey Statement: 'My time at Iowa has helped me...' | Respondents Who 'Agreed' or 'Strongly Agreed' |
|---|---|
| Gain intellectual and practical skills. | 97% |
| Achieve my educational goals. | 94% |
| Build a broad knowledge base in subjects inside and outside my major. | 94% |
| Develop social, intellectual, and personal responsibility. | 94% |
| Learn to apply knowledge and skills in new situations. | 93% |
