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Best Colleges for Biology in Iowa

The best colleges for a Biology degree in Iowa, led by University of Iowa, Iowa State University and Cornell College. Each school is shown with its acceptance rate, tuition, and average SAT so you can weigh Biology programs side by side.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best college for Biology in Iowa?

Based on our rankings, University of Iowa is the top-ranked college for Biology in Iowa. Other top choices include Iowa State University, Cornell College, Grinnell College.

What are the best Biology schools?

The best Biology schools, based on program-specific federal data including median earnings and graduate counts, are University of Iowa, Iowa State University, Cornell College. Our rankings use College Scorecard field-of-study data rather than editorial opinion.

How much does it cost to study Biology?

The average out-of-state tuition among top Biology programs is approximately $43,019 per year. However, costs vary significantly — many schools offer generous financial aid packages that can reduce the effective cost.

How long does it take to get a Biology degree?

A bachelor's degree in Biology typically takes four years of full-time study. Some programs offer accelerated tracks or combined bachelor's-to-master's options that can extend or shorten the timeline.

How are these Biology rankings determined?

Our major rankings are independently calculated from U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard field-of-study (CIP) data — primarily median earnings 4 years after graduation and program scale (graduate count), with a 10+ annual graduates minimum per program. They are not derived from US News or any other publication.

Career outcomes for Biology graduates

Among the top 10 ranked Biology programs, the average early-career salary is approximately $59,206 per year. Below are the highest-paying Biology programs based on federal College Scorecard earnings data reported by graduates four years after completion.

  1. 1. University of Iowa — Iowa City, IA · 83.6% acceptance · SAT 1,200 · $33,371 tuition · 75% grad rate
  2. 2. Iowa State University — Ames, IA · 88.7% acceptance · SAT 1,204 · $28,881 tuition · 75% grad rate
  3. 3. Cornell College — Mount Vernon, IA · 79.9% acceptance · SAT 1,234 · $52,660 tuition · 62% grad rate
  4. 4. Grinnell College — Grinnell, IA · 14.5% acceptance · SAT 1,486 · $68,106 tuition · 88% grad rate
  5. 5. Drake University — Des Moines, IA · 63.9% acceptance · SAT 1,292 · $52,130 tuition · 74% grad rate
  6. 6. Luther College — Decorah, IA · 71.5% acceptance · SAT 1,218 · $52,120 tuition · 71% grad rate
  7. 7. Morningside University — Sioux City, IA · 71% acceptance · $39,660 tuition · 50% grad rate
  8. 8. Central College — Pella, IA · 86.2% acceptance · SAT 1,147 · $20,988 tuition · 66% grad rate
  9. 9. Coe College — Cedar Rapids, IA · 64% acceptance · SAT 1,223 · $54,666 tuition · 66% grad rate
  10. 10. William Penn University — Oskaloosa, IA · 51.9% acceptance · SAT 984 · $29,750 tuition · 33% grad rate
  11. 11. Mount Mercy University — Cedar Rapids, IA · 82.5% acceptance · $40,878 tuition · 58% grad rate

Best Colleges for Biology in Iowa on PickACampus