The University of Iowa is a public research university in Iowa City, Iowa, United States. Northwestern University is a private research university in Evanston, Illinois.
| University of Iowa | Northwestern University | |
|---|---|---|
| Collegedunia Score | 5.2 Out of 10 | 7.3 Out of 10 |
| ranking (overall) | # 93 US News 2024 # 201 Times Higher Education 2024 # 491 QS World University 2024 | # 9 US News 2024 # 28 Times Higher Education 2024 # 47 QS World University 2024 |
| Subject Strength | # 77 for Engineering by US News 2024 # 44 for Medicine by US News 2024 # 35 for Law by US News 2024 | # 17 for Engineering by US News 2024 # 13 for Medicine by US News 2024 # 10 for Law by US News 2024 |
| Programs | UG Programs -83 PG Programs -49 Doctorate Programs -66 | UG Programs -64 PG Programs -55 Doctorate Programs -10 |
| Acceptance Rate | 80.7 % | 7.0 % |
| Exam Score | IELTS - 7 SAT - 1140 TOEFL - 81 | GMAT - 660 IELTS - 7.5 SAT - 1440 TOEFL - 95 |
| Cost to Study | Average Tuition Fees 32408 [For UG Program] Average Tuition Fees 13418 [For PG Program] Hostel + Meal - 21888 Per Year | Average Tuition Fees 56286 [For UG Program] Average Tuition Fees 58032 [For PG Program] Hostel + Meal - 32094 Per Year |
| placement (average package) | 96% of the students of the business school of the university were employed within six months of graduation with a median salary of $52,000. Some of the programs and the average salary are as follows: Masters in Science: $96,000 Bachelor of Science: $90,000 Bachelor of Arts: $85,000 Other Degree: $61,000 | 95% graduates employed within 6 months of graduation. Average annual salary of 82,000 USD; Top recruiters- United Airlines, Inc., IBM, Abbott Laboratories, Abbvie Inc. Highest paid degrees- Executive MBA (200,000 USD); MBA (160,000 USD); Executive Masters (125,000 USD); LLM (120,000 USD); Master of Arts (55,000 USD). |
| application requirements | Submit official transcripts Submit entrance exam scores Submit English language scores Check program specific requirements | Counselor recommendation; 1 Teacher recommendation; Standardized test scores; English proficiency scores; 2-3 LORs; SOP; Resume; Additional documents (audition; portfolio; research paper, etc.) |
| Campuses and B-Schools | NA | Kellogg School of Management |
| CollegeDunia Reviews | 7.4/10 Read 6 reviews | 7.8/10 Read 4 reviews |
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| General Facts | University of Iowa | Northwestern University |
|---|---|---|
| Type of University | University | University |
| Established | 1847 | 1851 |
| Student:Faculty Ratio | 16:1 | 6:1 |
| Male:Female | 48% Male, 52% Female | 47% Male, 53% Female |
| Location Facts | The University of Iowa's main campus is located in Iowa City. The campus is roughly bordered by Park Road and U.S. Highway 6 to the north and Dubuque and Gilbert Streets to the east. The Iowa River flows through the campus, dividing it into west and east sides. | 2 campuses that are 12 miles apart; Main campus is a 240-acre campus along the shores of Lake Michigan in Evanston, while law, medical, professional and Northwestern Memorial Hospital is located in downtown Chicago in Streeterville; Close to Magnificent Mile, the Museum of Contemporary Art and John Hancock Center. |
| Library | The University of Iowa library system is the state's largest library and comprises the Main Library, the Hardin Library for the Health Sciences, five branch libraries, and the Law Library. The University Libraries' holdings include more than five million bound volumes, more than 200,000 rare books, and 1000 historical manuscript collections. | Northwestern University Libraries is a collection of 7,918,603 of total prints and volumes; 304 TB of digital content; 228,505 maps; 142,133 audio files; 125,052 graphic images; 100,560 films and videos; 27,336 linear feet of archives and manuscripts; 107,446 print journals and 173.089 electronic journals |
| Campus Life | Student Life is a one-stop resource for events, student clubs and organizations, community resources, and student support. You can live just a short walk or bus ride away from the heart of campus with your fellow first-year students in Iowa's residence halls. There are over 500 student organizations, including groups focused on politics, sports, games, lifestyles, dance, song, theater, and a variety of other activities. The University of Iowa has 20 varsity athletic teams, known as the Hawkeyes. All teams are members of the Big Ten Conference in the National Collegiate Athletic Association's Division I. In 2004 the university established an annual $25,000 contract with the newly reopened Iowa City Englert Theatre to host concerts and performances for as many as 40 nights a year. Students participate in a variety of student media organizations. | Intercampus shuttle runs between the Evanston and downtown Chicago campuses; Technological Institute; Pick-Staiger Concert Hall; Mary and Leigh Block Museum of Art |
| Hostel | #On campus - $10450 #Off campus (with family) - $2850 #Off campus (not with family) - $8588 | #Room & Board - $16047 #Room & Board - $16047 |
| Famous Alumni | James Cartwright, former Vice Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff George Gallup, founder of Gallup Poll Silas B. Hays, former Surgeon General of the United States Army Ashton Kutcher, actor Tennessee Williams, Pulitzer Prize-winning playwright | 19 Nobel Prize laureates, 23 National Medal of Science winners; 11 National Humanities Medal recipients; 1 Fields Medalist; 10 living billionaires; 84 members of the American Academy of Arts and Sciences; 2 Supreme Court Justices; George McGovern (U.S. Senator and presidential candidate), George J. Stigler (Economist), Saul Bellow (Novelist), Ned Rorem (Composer), David Schwimmer (Actor); Meghan Markle (the Duchess of Sussex), Pharrell Williams (Musician) |
| City Life | Iowa City is a town in Iowa with a population of 74,240. Iowa City is in Johnson County and is one of the best places to live in Iowa. Living in Iowa City offers residents an urban suburban mix feel and most residents rent their homes. In Iowa City there are a lot of bars, restaurants, coffee shops, and parks. Home to attractions such as The University of Iowa and The Old Capitol Museum, visitors can explore outdoor activities and historical sites when visiting Iowa City. There are also plenty of museums, galleries, and performance venues such as The Kalona Historical Village and Studio Arts. For entertainment, visitors can explore boutique shops and restaurants along with movie theaters and live music clubs. Whether you're looking for a peaceful retreat or an exciting night out, Iowa City has something for everyone! | Evanston is a city in Cook County, Illinois; situated 12 miles north of downtown Chicago, Wilmette to the north, and Skokie to the west. Northwestern University is one of the top recruiters in the city. Evanston is considered a thriving business economy and has public lakefront recreation activities. The unemployment rate was 3.7% in March 2020. |
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