Iowa State University Top Questions

What kind of person should attend Iowa State University?

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.