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Best Colleges for Psychology in Iowa

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best college for Psychology in Iowa?

Based on our rankings, Grinnell College is the top-ranked college for Psychology in Iowa. Other top choices include Iowa State University, Saint Ambrose University, Drake University.

What are the best Psychology schools?

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

How much does it cost to study Psychology?

The average out-of-state tuition among top Psychology programs is approximately $40,866 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 Psychology degree?

A bachelor's degree in Psychology 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 Psychology 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 Psychology graduates

Among the top 10 ranked Psychology programs, the average early-career salary is approximately $58,703 per year. Below are the highest-paying Psychology programs based on federal College Scorecard earnings data reported by graduates four years after completion.

  1. 1. Grinnell College — Grinnell, IA · 14.5% acceptance · SAT 1,486 · $68,106 tuition · 88% grad rate
  2. 2. Iowa State University — Ames, IA · 88.7% acceptance · SAT 1,204 · $28,881 tuition · 75% grad rate
  3. 3. Saint Ambrose University — Davenport, IA · 77.3% acceptance · SAT 1,093 · $36,658 tuition · 61% grad rate
  4. 4. Drake University — Des Moines, IA · 63.9% acceptance · SAT 1,292 · $52,130 tuition · 74% grad rate
  5. 5. Central College — Pella, IA · 86.2% acceptance · SAT 1,147 · $20,988 tuition · 66% grad rate
  6. 6. Coe College — Cedar Rapids, IA · 64% acceptance · SAT 1,223 · $54,666 tuition · 66% grad rate
  7. 7. Clarke University — Dubuque, IA · 71.8% acceptance · SAT 1,054 · $40,910 tuition · 56% grad rate
  8. 8. William Penn University — Oskaloosa, IA · 51.9% acceptance · SAT 984 · $29,750 tuition · 33% grad rate
  9. 9. Mount Mercy University — Cedar Rapids, IA · 82.5% acceptance · $40,878 tuition · 58% grad rate
  10. 10. Grand View University — Des Moines, IA · 99.1% acceptance · $34,762 tuition · 54% grad rate
  11. 11. Buena Vista University — Storm Lake, IA · 77.6% acceptance · SAT 1,120 · $41,798 tuition · 54% grad rate

Best Colleges for Psychology in Iowa on PickACampus