Iowa State University Top Questions

What kind of person should attend this school?

Spencer

Engineers looking for highly focused and specialized subjects matters in engineering.

Hannah

A person who wants to work hard and achive.

Megan

Iowa State University is for friendly, hard working students. It has a major, club, or social activity for any kind of person. From intramural football to LARPing to chess clubs there really is something for every kind of person.

Kyra

Anyone should attend Iowa State! This school is so diverse, and very accepting of everyone that attends. As long as you are prepared to study hard for the classes, there is nothing you can't do. It's super easy to meet new friends, and there are so many activities that you can easily find a new and exciting club to join! Don't forget that Iowa State Universtiy is also for studying, so there are study sessions and group meetings to help when a test is coming. If you are able to do all this, you should attend.

Katelyn

An academically driven student should attend this school. Iowa State has high standards; the classes require a lot of time and effort.

Mir

Students looking for an adventure. Iowa State has so much to offer in terms of both academics and extra curriculars. There are many dance clubs from Bollywood Styles to Argentine Tango offered as well as multicultural organizations like the Malaysian or Turkish Student Association. We have a Belegarth foam sword fighting club as well as fencing and kendo teams. There is something for everyone to try out and so many new people to meet.

Sherry

Iowa State University is a good school for anyone looking for a top-notch education from an institution with strong ties to the community.

Haley

Someone who can add to the positivity that is Iowa State University.

Jordon

Anyone can attend and should attend Iowa State. Every backround, religion, race or culture can attend Iowa State.

Sam

ISU students are known for their hard-working attitude. It might seem obvious, but the person who works the hardest goes the furthest. It is important to hit the books hard and study. GPA isn't the only thing that is important though. There is a saying, "It's not what you know, but who you know that's important." Although that saying isn't neccesarily true, there is truth to it. It is very important to have connections. That is why you get involved! Join something: clubs, intramurals. Do something social. All in all, study hard and get involved.

Cheyanne

A person that should attend Iowa State is someone who is willing to put themselves out there. I've found some of the best times I've had was just going for something I was kind of scared of. Freshmen should get involved right away, but they should also learn how to study right away as well. Studying and participating is a major part of succeeding in class at Iowa State.

Chance

Anyone who is interested in a new experience and knows that they will benefit from the education given to them at Iowa State.

Josh

Any person that wants to get a good degree

Elizabeth

I have enjoyed myself so much at this school that I would recommend anyone to go here. However, I would advise these people to be academically-driven and to be willing to be social. This school has many large classes so new students should be willing to talk to other students and aim to make new friends. There are many ways to get involved so students should definitely use these opportunities to meet new people and to give themselves these chances to grow as a person and be happy with who they are becoming at this school.

Phoebe

Anyone looking to pursue a 4-year degree would be great at ISU, provided they can be successful in a large campus environment.

Kayla

Any kind of person can attend this school. ISU has a lot to offer, even with its large range of students. This college is mostly catered to the engineering side of campus, so people in LAS or other colleges don't get the attention (academically and financially) that is needed.

John

A person who is willing to meet many new people and have fun. They should take their education seriously, but also know that college isn't supposed to be entirely nose to the grindstone.

Tyler

Anyone should attend ISU, there are a wide variety of options for people interested in science, but that doesn't mean if you're not interested in science you shouldn't attend. ISU is for everyone, no matter what your desired major is.

Justin

Any type of person. I am an outgoing and personable person, and I live with engineers who're inroverts. All are welcome and find their own niche.

Isabelle

Someone to attends Iowa State University should be open to meeting peoeple in all walks of life. At ISU, there are international students, adults coming to college for the first time and many other cultures that they may not have come across before.

Michael

Anyone who wants to go to college, who doesn't mind all the other people.

AnaRose

Anyone who wants to take advantage of a plethora of opportunities given to them. Someone who is motivated to achieve and to work hard and someone who is ready to research.

Sarah

I believe that everyone and anyone should attend Iowa State. Especially the people that love to learn and be involved in classes. Those that are friendly and not afraid to meet new people.

Dakota

Some one who likes to get involved and participate with people. You should want to achieve and do your best, and have a good attitude in wanting to succeed.

Bailie

Anyone who has a real interest in research based science.

Stephanie

Anyone who is looking to get a great education and live on a beautiful campus.

Michaela

I think the type of person that should attend this school should have a positive attitude and an open mind. There are so many opportunities and at Iowa State, and it is really important to have a good head on your shoulders and do things that make you happy.

Ian

I think that anybody is willing to better their education would fit in great at Iowa State. We are dominantly seen as and Agriculture and Engineering school, but you can study pretty much anything you want to. If you have a negative attitude about school, and are only going to college so your parents will get off your back, then Iowa State is not for you.

Liesel

Anyone who is willing to get out there and enjoy life and get involved. For Iowa State is a very active place and there is always something you could go do.

Anna

Anyone who wants a beautiful campus and full of opportunity.

Miranda

The people who should attend this school are those who are excited to get to know new people. Iowa State has so many fun clubs! No matter what your interests are, there's a club for you. I wish I had joined more as a freshman. The people who attend this school should also be academically oriented. Although there are some classes (mostly lower level) that can be easily passed, getting a good GPA will set you apart from the people who skimmed by on barely passing grades in their first years.

Krista

The kind of person that should attend Iowa State University is a person who is driven and wants to be successful. Iowa State turns out the best in fields of engineering and agriculture and is great for other majors too, such as business and design and the professors are always willing to help. Iowa State is also great for students looking into joining a greek community. Our greek community has been ranked the best in the nation. The social scene here is also top notch, between VEISHEA and Homecoming, you can't lose!

Tori

The kind of person that should attend this school is someone who likes to be challegned and be hard working. If you want to be able to be invoved in the many different organizations while also maintaining a good GPA you must be able to be hard working. Also someone who likes a big school with a variety of small and big class sizes. If you want an adventure Iowa state is the place for you. At Iowa State there are many different majors and you can also study abroad at numerous places around the world.

molly

Iowa State is an ubeat community with a homey feel. The type of person attending this school needs to be willing to meet new people and face large group settings. They need to have the ability to do things for themselves and have spirit for their cyclone teams. A positive attitude and a willingness to try new things is also helpful because the school has such a different feel from most others; it is relaxing and spirited at the same time. A cyclone needs a lot of heart and passion.

Nicole

I believe there is not a right "kind" of person who should attend this school. Here at Iowa State we don't discriminate against age, race, sex, sexual orientation, and what major you are going to study. If you have the right grades, are interested in a program and want to start your adventure at Iowa State University you are more than accepted to do so.

Alyssa

I think that anyone who wants to be around people who genuinely care and are considerate in everyday situations should come to Iowa State. Iowa State's culture is fantastic; I love how people are so kind and nice. The school is incredible-- the school wants students to succeed and provide the means necessary to succeed. Professors, advisors, other students, and faculty all work to enrich the atmosphere and the quality of the education that we are paying for.

Madison

Any type of person could ideally attend Iowa State University. If you have the drive, determination, will, and ambition to do your best then you will fit right in. Whether you come from small town, a large city, or anywhere in between, you will not feel like an outsider. Everyone here at ISU is so welcoming and friendly that I feel it would be almost impossible to feel like you do not fit in here. ISU does a great job of making each student feel as if they belong here no matter what.

Brianna

Any type of person will fit in here because ISU is such a diverse campus.

Melissa

I think everyone could find a place at ISU. There are so many majors and activities to get involved in so I think that anyone would be able to have a fantastic adventure at Iowa State. The people are so welcoming and there is just such a sense of community here.

Tyler

Students who are open-minded, motivated, and have a desire for what they want or believe in should attend this university.

Lauren

Iowa State is unique because it has the small college feel while still being a large college. It is a perfect place for anyone looking to have that sense of community while still having hundreds of ways to get involved in the community, country, and abroad. Iowa State has lots of traditions and pride which is perfect for anyone who really wants to feel connected to the campus and the university as a whole.

Jan

The wide range of majors offered at Iowa State Univeristy mean that really anyone with the drive to succeed can attend! This is a large university, so there is all kinds of help offered, but you have to have the ambition to seek help when it is needed! The other perk of this being a large university is that it is so diverse and people from all walks of like are here, so you are bound to fit in!

Jacqui

I think extraverted people who enjoy getting involved in clubs, organizations, and getting to know people should go to Iowa State University. It is a very welcoming and sociable campus with over 800 clubs and organizations. Students who like to get involved will thrive in this environment. There are activities for everyone on campus, even those who tend to be more introverted. I would also say that students who are interested in the sciences or engineering should go here. The engineering program is one of the top in the country. Although, students in other majors would also enjoy this school.

Eileen

Anyone. Its a broad school that welcomes everyone. We have a lot of international students as well so the diversity is never limited.

Sidney

Anybody who is math or science inclined should consider Iowa State. Students who want to graduate in four years should come here. Students who want to do research should attend ISU. Students who like to be involved in clubs or student organizations should come to ISU because we have over 800 here. Students who want a large student body with a small-town feel should come to ISU.

Scott

People who are open to new opportunities and enjoy a community of well rounded individuals.

Molly

Someone who has a passion for learning and wants to succeed. They should be looking for and adventure, and want to have fun. Everyone I have meet has been kind and helpful. They should truly care about what they want to do with their life and have communication skills. The professors are very open and helpful.

Cameron

Anyone who wishes to further their education, while emersing themselves in new extracurricular activities, sporting events, and numerous ways to meet new, life long friends, should attend Iowa State University. From the get-go you feel right on track in your classes and making new friends. Iowa State focuses primarily on you, the student. No matter what background you are from, you are bound to meet someone who shares similar characterisitcss as you. There's something for everybody at Iowa State, so as long as you put an effort into it, you will succed at Iowa State.

Zachary

An individual who is deticated to school and wants to develope a tight knit group of friends.

Ryan

A person that is comfortable making new friends with random people. This is to create a new base of people in your life to help push you to do the best that you can do. A person that is self driven to work as hard as they can for their future.