Overview
Iowa State University is a leading public research college, with a student body from all 50 states and 110 countries. The school began in 1858 as an agricultural college and quickly expanded its reach to technology and engineering subjects. Today, the school has programs in business, design, human sciences, liberal arts and sciences, and veterinary medicine, as well as engineering and technology.
Student Appeal
Engineers looking to develop and polish their professional abilities will find many programs to choose from, as Iowa State's engineering program is one of the ten largest in the U.S. The school's engineering program isn't only large, it's well-respected around the world: Iowa State is the home to prestigous Department of Energy and National Science Foundation research projects, and its engineering faculty are frequently honored with international awards.
Financial
Financial aid is available to those students who qualify.
School Facts & Figures
- Accreditation: Regional, NCACSHLC
- Size: Large (10,000+ students)
- Type: Public Not-for-Profit, 4-Year
- Religious Affiliation: N/A
- Academic Affiliation: N/A
- Career Services: Yes
- Course Schedule: Semester, 15 Weeks
- Credit Options: Transfer
- Scholarships Offered: Yes
- Loans Offered: Federal Direct Stafford Loan, Federal Perkins Loan, Federal Direct Graduate PLUS Loan, Federal Direct PLUS Loan, Private Loans
- Computer Engineering Master's DegreeComputer Engineering Master's Degree
This 100% online master's program in computer engineering is designed to let working professionals finish within 5 years, by taking one class at a time. Students can pursue research in software systems, secure and reliable computing, energy systems, advanced electronics, and more.
- Electrical Engineering Master's DegreeElectrical Engineering Master's Degree
The electrical engineering master's degree allows students to earn a totally online master's degree, in focuses like bioengineering, signal processing, microelectronics, and more. Students can choose from thesis or non-thesis degree options.
- Human Computer Interaction Master's of Science DegreeHuman Computer Interaction Master's of Science Degree
In this degree, students explore core classes in computational perception, organizational and social implications of human computer interaction, and the cognitive psychology of human computer interaction. Of the 30 total program credits, 9 are in core classes and 3 are in a capstone course.
- Industrial Engineering Master's DegreeIndustrial Engineering Master's Degree
Students in the industrial engineering master's program learn how to improve a business's efficiency, quality, and productivity. This coursework-only degree covers manufacturing processes, operations research, engineering management, and human factors.
- Information Assurance Master's DegreeInformation Assurance Master's Degree
The information assurance master's program is conducted asynchronously via streaming video, so students can watch lectures and complete assignments when it is convenient for them. Classes cover topics like computer networking, cryptography, information warfare, and computer security.
- Master's in Civil Engineering - Construction Engineering and ManagementMaster's in Civil Engineering - Construction Engineering and Management
This degree explores the three fundamental areas of civil engineering and construction management: construction methods, construction operations, and management techniques. The degree is coursework-only and does not require a thesis.
- Mechanical Engineering Master's DegreeMechanical Engineering Master's Degree
This flexible mechanical engineering graduate program has no mandatory required courses; students are simply required to select 15 credits in the mechanical engineering department, as well as 15 additional credits which may be in other departments. This approach allows students to tailor the ME program towards their particular interests within this diverse field.
- Systems Engineering Master's DegreeSystems Engineering Master's Degree
This program is designed to train engineers of all backgrounds in the principles and skills for creating complex systems involving many components. Core classes cover systems analysis and applied systems engineering; students then select engineering electives in their field of interest.