Iowa State University

Looking back, my four years at Iowa State University were some of the most beautiful and transformative years of my life. The campus is absolutely stunning—no matter the season, there’s a unique charm that stays with you forever. I am now living in Australia, thousands of miles away, but I still find myself dreaming about my college days in Ames. Whether it was walking across the historic central campus or the vibrant student life, ISU holds a very special place in my heart. I’ve promised myself that I will bring my family back one day to visit and show them where it all began. Once a Cyclone, always a Cyclone! 🌪️❤️

Every fall, I am reminded as to why Iowa State University is ranked as one of the most beautiful campus in the country. All the fall foliage makes me want to keep snapping photos like an incoming freshman visiting the campus for the first time. Some of the best locations for looking at fall colors are: 1) around the campanile, 2) central campus (near Pearson Hall), and 3) along Osborn Dr. If you want to avoid getting judged by others for taking pictures, there are plenty of photo opportunities at Reiman Gardens. However, be sure to take those photos quickly as peak fall colors only lasts for about a week.

To all high school seniors looking at colleges, tour Iowa State! Iowa State was pretty low on my college list but I decided to tour it anyway. Coming from Wisconsin, my first thoughts were it was a college in the middle of no where with an easy acceptance rate...sketchy. But the moment I stepped foot on campus for my college visit I knew it was the place for me. It's a division one school but the beautiful campus and friendly staff made it feel small. Iowa State was the only college I applied to and I am more than happy with that decision. The professors and advisors truly care for every student and want you to succeed. For the university being in a such a small town, there is so much to do at ISU. From intramural sports, clubs, going to sporting events, joining greek life, exploring Ames, there is so much to do. Go cyclones.

Dining halls are sometimes mid but are normally ok. Some of the professors are bad but the majority are good. The campus is normally very nice and clean. The dorms are ok but some don’t have a/c. Overall solid school.

Beautiful campus. Awesome football stadium. Was there for the Iowa State vs Iowa game.

Great campus, easy to get around.

I graduated here in 2020. I’ve been in 5 different universities and this one is by far the most gorgeous campus ever… but also the one that made me the profesional I am today. Hope the best for ISU!! 👏