Iowa State University Top Questions

What kind of person should attend this school?

Katherine

Iowa residents who yearn to move from their small rural towns to larger cities that still have to contend with their worried parents will find ISU and Ames a perfect gateway to the larger world without giving their parents aneurysms. If you plan on working in science and/or technology this is the perfect school for you. ISU will give you a basic foundation in the humanities but expect to catch-up if you plan on continuing your education at any other school that actually focuses on the humanities - if you attend the COD you definitely will not read Foucault.

Whitney

Anyone can attend this school but most people who want to attend this school have an interest in a science related feild, design, or engineering.

Jorge

The person that wants to successed in life. These person have to put a lot of time and effort to graduate from this school in exchange you will obtain skills, friends, and mentors that will help you overcome everything.

Victor

You should attend Iowa State University if you know that you want to major in anything that has to do with engineering or computer science; the school is very good in these fields. I believe the pre-vet program is also fairly well-known for the program's vigor. Those who want to study something in the liberal arts should look elsewhere.

Neha

Any kind of person can attend this school because of it's size, there is always something to do and someone for everyone to have a friend.

KatrinaEven

Anyone who has a desire to learn. IT is especially good for people who don't have their minds made up because there are so many options in one place.

Maritza

Iowa State University is well recognized by its engineer and agriculture programs. The people that attend this university know a good decision when they see one. Iowa State University is thoughtful of its students and has many programs that help students in their academic life. The teachers are polite and you meet a variety of people from different places in the world. Anyone that knows a good deal will understand that this university is right for them. Anyone that is willing to expand their horizons on education would be more than welcome to attend Iowa State University.

crystal

I think anybody should come here it's a great school

Miles

Iowa State University is well-respected for it's Engineering College, as well as it's Veterinary College, College of Agriculture and Department of Science. That being said, it is a good fit for many different students. It can be a very serious university, or have a very lax atmosphere, all dependant on what you make of it.

Emily

If your planning on going into a engineering, agricultural, or vet. med. field, this is the place for you. Also, any science or math field fits right in at Iowa State, too.

Sam

Iowa State is a technical, research intensive university known for engineering and agriculture; however, regardless of major, it is fundamentally a large school with a small school feel. This means that students get not only a personal feel, but with all of the commodities and events. These things said, someone looking for a large engineering focused school will certainly find Iowa State an excellent fit. More importantly, all other students can easily fit in and greatly enjoy ISU. The university satisfies such a wide range of needs and desires it's almost hard to define who "should" go there.

Jessica

I would someone that will want to earn a good grade. People that will study hard for their classes. People who tend to slack and procrastinate will soon fall behind in their classes, and their GPA will suffer with it.

Bailey

Any person with high apsirations and goals could succeed here. The person would have to have good time management as well as be willing to put school before anything else. If the person slacked in high school, it would be very tough for them to adjust here, but if they are willing and have the right mind set they could succeed.

Jeff

Anyone can attend this school and enjoy their experience. I guess if you don't like small towns Ames might get to you, but it does not seem to bother most people. The ethnic balance is good and most students are accepting of different cultures.

Mallorie

FIrst and foremost, a person that values academics, because Iowa State had top-notch academic programs. A person that doesn't want to attend an extremely large university or a small university. A person that values the campus, because Iowa State has a beautiful and welcoming campus environment. A person that is interested in Greek life, because Iowa State has a great Greek community. A person that wants to get involved, because Iowa State offers endless extracurricular programs for students. A person that wants to study abroad, because Iowa State has a great study abroad program.

Katherine

Anyone insterested in a wide range of interesting range in careers.

Minah

I believe that Iowa State University would be a great school for all types of people.

Susan

People who strive for success, yet wish to enjoy the climb to the top are best suited for this school.

Adrienne

Ames, Iowa is a beautiful place, full of hiking trails and other outdoor facilities. The academics are fantastic, the students and faculty are always available and helpful. The kind of person who needs to better their lifestyle, to further their education who also has a need for an active, social life alongside a stimulating education should definitely go to Iowa State University. I've only been here for one year, and I already see a significant difference in myself. My self esteem is sky high and what I've gained in knowledge is priceless.

Austin

I think that there are two types of people that should attend Iowa State University. The first would be the technical, analytical, engineering type. Iowa State can offer students with top programs of studies in engineering, mathematics, and the sciences, and provides the necessary learning environments for these students to succeed in the global job market. The second type would be the creative, artistic, and highly personable student. ISU maintains excellent programs in architecture, design, and the liberal arts, and has the resources necessary to allow these students to learn and grow into whoever they may like to become.

Adrian

A fun person who is open to learn new things and possibly change the world through innovative engineering.

Paige

Someone who is outgoing and willing to step out of their box to make friends. Should also be someone who likes to party VERY hard on the weekends (or during the week!) and that loves football games! But should also be someone who knows how to balance well and can keep up with their courses which can get very rigorous.

Shelley

This school has a strong engineering and agricultural base, so anyone looking to study civil, aerospace, and construction engineering (among others) or any agricultural science or education would certainly find what they're looking for. There is a fairly large student population, but the campus is very close-knit.

Eric

Any kind of person should attend this school

Kayla

Somebody who is majoring in any type of design, veterinary, or engineering field. Somebody who enjoys intramural sports and other types of fun extracurricular activities.

Krista

Someone who is fashion conscious because there are a lot of fashion majors at this school and it is easy to feel out of place. Most students are against drug use and most are pretty conservative. There is a large stress on drinking, so it's hard to be sober.

Mike

Someone who wants to work hard and is not afraid to meet new people and expand their social life. There are enough activities out there for everyone.

Whitney

a person that is interested in furthering their education in an interesting, asthetically pleasing and driving school system.

Alex

One who wants to be an engineer or work in a scientific field.

Alison

Anyone. They welcome anyone from any gender, race, ethnicity.

Adam

Focused folks

Megan

Someone who likes the midwest, enjoys open space, and wants a beautiful campus to walk across each day. A student who wants to have fun, but work hard.

Evan

Any person looking for academic stimulation in a wide variety of fields should consider Iowa State University. ISU is a great place to live, with enough to do, yet still a small-town atmosphere. The public transit system is phenomenal, and we're no too far from the Des Moines metropolitan area for additional shopping, cultural, and entertainment experiences.

Rebecca

Any person who is looking for a school with a diverse student population on a beautiful campus with hundreds of highly knowlegdeable professors should attend Iowa State University.

Tyler

Just about anyone could fit in here. There are clubs and classes for just about everybody and everything. From the nerdy, to the needy, to the jock, and to the artistically inclined, all are welcome.

Zack

An individual should attend this school if he is willing to continuously learn.

Stephanie

A person who is very attached with Iowa State.,Very involved with football, and has friends that live there.

Whitney

All types, just be dedicated to your studies and be ready to meet all types of people for all over the world. Iowa State alumni are very faithful to their school and very giving to maintain a high standard of learning.