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Iona University

New Rochelle, NY·Private nonprofit·2,951 students
Last updated: March 22, 2026

A good fit for students who want accessible admissions and students who prefer a mid-size campus. no major red flags in the data. solid earnings of $60,900 within 10 years; financial aid brings net price below sticker.

87%
Accept
2,951
Students
$29,188
Net Price
56%
Grad Rate
$60,900
Earnings
10 yr
$25,999
Debt

About This School

Iona University is a private nonprofit institution located in New Rochelle, New York with approximately 2,951 undergraduate students enrolled. Iona University has an open or accessible admissions process, with an acceptance rate of 87%. The average net price after financial aid is $29,188 per year. The graduation rate is 56%, and the typical graduate earns $60,900 within 10 years of enrollment.

Iona University is a private Catholic university with a main campus in New Rochelle, New York, United States. It was founded in 1940 by the Congregation of Christian Brothers and occupies a campus of 45 acres (0.18 km2) in New Rochelle and a campus of 28 acres (0.11 km2) in Bronxville, New York.

The numbers tell a mixed story here: median earnings of $60,900 after 10 years are solid for a smaller Catholic school just outside New York City, and the relatively low median debt of $19,500 is a genuine plus. The concern is the 57% graduation rate — meaning roughly 4 in 10 students who start here don't finish — which is worth taking seriously before committing. Worth considering if you value a tight-knit campus with strong NYC access and have a clear plan for staying on track academically.

Founded
1940
Setting
Large suburb
Conference
Metro Atlantic Athletic Conference
Religious Affiliation
Roman Catholic
Avg Faculty Salary
$9,406

Popular Programs

Business & Marketing40%
Psychology12%
Health Professions10%
Communications7%
Education4%
Social Sciences4%
Biological Sciences3%
Computer Science2%

Percentage of degrees awarded. Source: College Scorecard.

Notable Alumni

Don McLeanTommy DreamerBud CortAmanda SaccomannoJack TroutMindaugas TiminskasRichie GuerinIan WhyteSteve Burtt Jr.Scott MachadoDonald SpotoDennis Joseph Sullivan

Source: Wikidata. Used for context only.

Admissions

Test Policy: Considered but not required

SAT Scores

Average Composite1217
Reading 75th %ile650
Math 75th %ile650

ACT Scores

Midpoint Composite26

Cost & Financial Aid

In-State Tuition
$47,260
Out-of-State Tuition
$47,260
Avg Net Price
$29,188
after aid

Net Price by Family Income

Under $30k$25,785
$30–48k$27,075
$48–75k$28,601
$75–110k$29,598
$110k+$32,295

Average annual cost after grants/scholarships, by household income. Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.

Financial Aid

Students receiving Pell Grants28%
Median debt at graduation$25,999

Full Cost

After Graduation

Graduation Rate
56%
within 6 years
Retention Rate
77%
freshmen returning
Earnings (10 yr)
$60,900
after enrollment
Median Debt
$25,999
at graduation

Earnings 6 Years After Enrollment, by Gender

Male graduates$46,100
Female graduates$45,600

Gap: 1% less for female graduates. National avg ~16%.

Will This School Pay Off?

Median Debt
$25,999
at graduation
Earnings (6 yr)
$45,900
after enrollment
Earnings (10 yr)
$60,900
after enrollment
Earnings-to-Debt Ratio: 2.3x

Solid return. Earnings outpace debt, though major choice matters.

Earnings data from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. These are means across all graduates, not specific to any major.

Student Body

White48%
Black9%
Hispanic/Latino32%
Asian2%
Two or more races3%
International3%

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (2,951 undergraduates).

Contact & Location

Address

Iona University

715 North Avenue

New Rochelle, NY 10801-1890

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Sources & Methodology

Data

Primary data source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Accessed via automated sync. Latest values may come from different reporting years depending on the metric.

Contextual Enrichment

School overview from Wikipedia. Used for context only, not as a primary data source for admissions, cost, or outcomes claims.

Important Caveats
  • Earnings figures are institution-level averages, not major-specific.
  • Some metrics are based on Title IV financial aid recipients only.
  • Some values may be privacy-suppressed or rolled up by the Department of Education.
  • Contact the school directly for current admissions requirements and costs.
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