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Iowa State’s impact on state economy grows to $6 billion

Iowa State University's $6 billion economic impact supports one out of every 36 jobs in Iowa, according to an analysis conducted for the Iowa Board of Regents. The university's total impact includes $2.1 billion in economic development and added income from ISU startups and Iowa-based businesses assisted by CIRAS and Iowa State’s Small Business Development Center.

February 26, 2026

The Innovate at Iowa State initiative encourages great minds to think together

March 05, 2026

Iowa State's nine-year strategic plan invites new ideas that help the university achieve what it aspires "to be."

March 05, 2026

Iowa State University is a national leader

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