About Iona College

Founded in 1940, Iona College. is a Private college. Located in New York, which is a city setting in New York, the campus itself is Suburban. The campus is home to 3,329 full time undergraduate students, and 690 full time graduate students.

The Iona College Academic calendar runs on a Semester basis. In the school year the student to faculty ratio was 15:1. There are 174 full time instructional teachers. Degrees awarded at Iona College include: Bachelor's Degree, Masters Degree, Post-master's certificate, Doctor's degree.

Quick Facts

Acceptance Rate91%
Application Deadline
Application Fee50
SAT Range890-1100
ACT Range20-25

Admissions at IC are considered Less Selective, with ,25% of all applicants being admitted.

In the school year, of the students who applied to the school, only 9 of those who were admitted eventually ended up enrolling.

73% of incoming freshmen are in the top half of their high school class. 36% were in the top quarter, and 14% were in the top tenth. You can apply online.

STUDENT LIFE

We asked, and students answered these important questions about student life at Iona College.

0%
“We”re apathetic”
33%
“We know about current events and vote”
67%
“We participate and encourage others to get involved”
0%
“There”s nothing we won”t protest”
0%
“We save it for the classroom”
33%
“Sometimes, but not often”
60%
“There”s usually intelligent conversation to be found”
7%
“All the time, including weekends”
0%
“I”m always terrified”
7%
“I only go out in groups”
7%
“I usually let someone know where I”m going”
87%
“I feel extremely safe”
13%
“We don”t play sports”
0%
“We play recreationally”
33%
“We bought the gear”
53%
“We live for the big game”
0%
“It”s not really our thing”
20%
“Occasinally we gallery crawl”
67%
“There are a variety of opportunities”
13%
“We”re a very artistic group”
7%
“Haven”t met them”
0%
“Available in class”
43%
“They keep regular office hours”
50%
“They”re always available”
0%
“No greek life, but other groups to join”
27%
“There is some involvement, but not a lot”
60%
“Plenty of people join a sorority or fraternity”
13%
“It”s everything. If you”re not greek, you”re a geek”
14%
“We”re not into drinking at all”
14%
“Maybe a little, but it”s not a big thing”
43%
“We only party on weekends”
29%
“There”s some drinking happening every night”
7%
“Never, we”re here to learn”
67%
“There might be people who do”
13%
“People are known to partake on weekends”
13%
“There”s a huge drug scene”
0%
“We”re apathetic”
33%
“We know about current events and vote”
67%
“We participate and encourage others to get involved”
0%
“There”s nothing we won”t protest”
0%
“We save it for the classroom”
33%
“Sometimes, but not often”
60%
“There”s usually intelligent conversation to be found”
7%
“All the time, including weekends”
0%
“I”m always terrified”
7%
“I only go out in groups”
7%
“I usually let someone know where I”m going”
87%
“I feel extremely safe”
13%
“We don”t play sports”
0%
“We play recreationally”
33%
“We bought the gear”
53%
“We live for the big game”
0%
“It”s not really our thing”
20%
“Occasinally we gallery crawl”
67%
“There are a variety of opportunities”
13%
“We”re a very artistic group”
7%
“Haven”t met them”
0%
“Available in class”
43%
“They keep regular office hours”
50%
“They”re always available”
0%
“No greek life, but other groups to join”
27%
“There is some involvement, but not a lot”
60%
“Plenty of people join a sorority or fraternity”
13%
“It”s everything. If you”re not greek, you”re a geek”
14%
“We”re not into drinking at all”
14%
“Maybe a little, but it”s not a big thing”
43%
“We only party on weekends”
29%
“There”s some drinking happening every night”
7%
“Never, we”re here to learn”
67%
“There might be people who do”
13%
“People are known to partake on weekends”
13%
“There”s a huge drug scene”

Iona College REVIEWS

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  • How would you rate on-campus housing?

    61 Students rated on-campus housing 3.1 stars. 11 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate off-campus housing?

    57 Students rated off-campus housing 2.7 stars. 0 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate campus food?

    68 Students rated campus food 3.5 stars. 18 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate campus facilities?

    72 Students rated campus facilities 4.3 stars. 50 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate class size?

    72 Students rated class size 4.5 stars. 56 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate school activities?

    72 Students rated school activities 3.8 stars. 35 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate local services?

    72 Students rated local services 3.9 stars. 39 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate academics?

    72 Students rated academics 3.7 stars. 26 % gave the school a 5.0.

What's your overall opinion of Iona College?

17 Students rated Iona College

S - 01/03/2021

I really enjoyed the look and feel of the campus. There are two libraries. One is maroon and the other one is more of like a faint cyan so complimentary in color schemes. I think what stands out is how available the professors are. They always have excellent advice and they think about the things that you are interested in. I agree with the reviewers above. The students are nice and polite. I wish they were a bit irreverent or something...

Vivian

The main reason why I chose Iona College was because of how small the college was, I personally enjoy having a small classrooms it helps you interact more with the professors and students. I am in a sorority and this also helped me get more involved on campus, it also might be helpful if you are far away from home.

Kristina

Iona College is a fantastic place to be apart of. There are six dorms on campus, East Hall being the only communal one. The people in the school are very friendly and there are lots of events planed. Always get involved because there are many activities that are hosted where you can make friendships.

jetmira

I like the college's staff and professors. They are all so interesting and motivate us to do our best as students. Overall I think the people make the college.

Iona College FAQS

  1. What is the Acceptance Rate at Iona College?

    The fall 2020 acceptance rate for Iona College is 91%. That means, out of _____ applications received in 2020 , _____ students were offered admission. The number of males who applied was _____ vs the number of females which was _____.

  2. What should every freshman at your school know before they start?

    As of today November 13, 2010, I am unemployed an having a hard time finding a job. The Unemployement Office is sending me back to college to get my degree in Business Administration and I need more help to fund my education. Its hard finding a job I go out each and every day searching for one. With just an Associated Degree In Accounting which was back in 1981 everything have changed and I Believe that once I get my BS in Business Admistration I will be able to get a job with out any problems. Once I get my BS in Business Administration I will be more equipped to be a leader and service in my communities. I believe today, more than ever, education is critical for advancement and professional opportunties. On January 31, 2011 I will be attending Mid-Continent University Advantage as a full time student . In closing I would like to say Thank you, for allowing me to better my self and advancing my career at the same time.

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  3. Describe the students at your school.

    My friends are much like me. The most important thing in college is to make a good group of friends

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  4. Describe how your school looks to someone who's never seen it.

    Very taken care of.

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  5. What's the one thing you wish someone had told you about freshman year?

    I wish I knew how many people from the boroughs and long island went there

    Read all  14 answers
  6. What's unique about your campus?

    The best thing about my school is that there are plenty of activities for you to get involved in. You wont ever be bored because there is something for you to do all the time. This is a good thing because you can get more involved and be more known with the school.

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  7. Here's your chance: Say anything about your college!

    We are right outside New York City. We are a private Catholic College

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  8. What do you consider the worst thing about your school? Why?

    The one thing that i i dont really like that much about Iona is that the dorm rooms are to small. Its a great campus and all but if only the rooms and room space could be expanded alitte more. that is why i do not dorm at Iona.. I feel the dorm space is not worth the money without alittle more change

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  9. What kind of person should attend this school?

    A person that should attend this school is an outgoing person. Someone who loves to explore new things and loves to be involved with different opportunities. Also someone that wants to explore a different environment and get a better feel then what high school was like.

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  10. What do you brag about most when you tell your friends about your school?

    There is a sense of community at Iona . In addition offers many programs that foster spiritual development and cultural awareness.

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  11. What's the most frustrating thing about your school?

    Some of the teacher teach the textbook

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  12. Describe your favorite campus traditions.

    Iona is a medium sized collged. Soits not to small and not too big. You wont feel out of place and its beutiful campus with so many different type of people and personalities so you can always find a place to fit it and learn more by people.

    Read all  9 answers
  13. What kind of person should not attend this school?

    Fun outgoing loves to hang out and have a good time

    Read all  7 answers
  14. What is your overall opinion of this school?

    My overall opinion is that I love this school!! Everything about it fits so well with who I am. The small class sizes allow you to create a relationship with professors and the campus is absolutely beautiful, as almost everything has been recently remodeled. The food is great, both on and off campus, and you can use your meal card for several amazing places right in the area. I love how Iona is situated in a small city, and is extremely close to New York City, without getting too hectic itself. Although these things are great, I would have to say that I love the resources and help that is so readily available to every student here at Iona.

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  15. What are the academics like at your school?

    The professors get to know you on a more personal level than a bigger school. In my favorite class, we are able to talk about and give several different opinions on subject-related material that the teacher presents us with. This relationship of the class makes me look forward to going to class every time. I love how teachers can so passionately speak about their subject matter and pass that enthusiasm on to the class.

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  16. What are the most popular student activities/groups?

    The most popular student activities are definitely sports and greek life. Iona has such a wide variety of Division 1 sports offered as well as many intramural sports that are played for fun. The student body is very enthusiastic about the teams, especially basketball, and the spirit is certainly evident. Greek life is also very popular, as there is a good variety of sororities and fraternities. Both of these groups actively host different events for good causes and for fun!

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  17. Tell us about the food and dining options.

    on campus food is really good and there are a million different options and locations. You can also use your meal card at several off-campus eateries right in the area which are all amazing

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  18. Where is the best place to get work done on campus?

    the library! its quiet and has a starbucks

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  19. What is the stereotype of students at your school? Is this stereotype accurate?

    The stereotype of students at my school is that they like to party a lot. Although Iona is definitely a good time, things never get out of hand. Students here are so responsible and should get credit for how much work they complete before catching a break!

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Student Body

Students

52%

female

48%

male

3,329

Total Undergrad Enrollment

690

Total Grad Students

24%

Out-Of-State

74%

In-State

2%

International

Organizations

65

Student Organizations

3

Fraternities

6

Sororities

Housing

Yes

On-Campus Housing

33%

of students living on campus

Student Diversity

% American Indian/Alaskan Native
N/A
% Asian/Pacific Islander
2%
% Black or African-American
9%
% Hispanic/Latino
22%
% White or Caucasian
56%

TUITION & AID

All students must apply yearly for financial aid. This process starts with the FAFSA. Though financial aid deadlines vary by school, it is a good idea to apply as soon as possible. For the upcoming school year, you can apply as early as October 1 for the FAFSA. Additional school aid will be dependent on the FAFSA results.

99% of students attending Iona College receive some sort of financial aid. 36% were awarded federal grants. While 67% received federal loans. Many students do also need to apply for additional private student loans.

Cost Out of State

$36,584

Tuition and fees(Out of state)

$1,500

Books and Supplies

$14,400

Room and Board

52,484

Total On Campus

Actual Cost By Income Level(W/Financial Aid)

Family Income
Cost
$0 - $30K
$22,747
$30 - $48K
$24,104
$48 - $75K
$26,565
$75 - $110K
$28,687
$110K & UP
$31,492

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