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Lona University

About Lona University

Iona University is a private, 1940-established institution. It has a total undergraduate enrollment of 2,994 (fall 2021), a suburban setting, and a 73-acre campus. A semester-based academic calendar is utilised. In the 2022-2023 edition of Best Colleges, Iona University is ranked #63 for Regional Universities North. Tuition and fees amount to $44,328.

Iona University is a Catholic institution located approximately 30 kilometres north of Manhattan in Westchester County, New York. Undergraduates at Iona can anticipate small class sizes and choose from nearly 40 bachelor's degree programmes offered by the School of Arts and Sciences, the LaPenta School of Business, and the NewYork-Presbyterian Iona School of Health Sciences. Additionally, graduate students have access to more than 25 programmes across the three schools.

Outside of the classroom, students have access to more than 80 campus clubs, including ten fraternities and sororities. Iona Gaels varsity sports teams compete in the NCAA Division I Metro Atlantic Athletic Conference. Student-athletes can play club sports or try out for the varsity teams. Gaels are those with Irish-Gaelic ancestry, such as the Christian Brothers Congregation, which founded Iona University in 1940. Alfred Kelly Jr., CEO of Visa Inc., Margaret Timoney, CEO of Heineken USA, Robert Greifeld, former CEO of Nasdaq, and Gregory Cairo, CEO of Le Creuset USA, are notable Iona alumni.

Admission Standards - Average

SAT 1000/1190
ACT 21/27
GPA 3.0

Applications Accepted - 85.9% 

Applications Due Feb 15, 2023
Applicant Competition Very Low
Application Fee $0

Iona University International Student Admissions

Iona College accepts international students who have submitted a complete application by the deadline and all required supporting materials. As applying to a college in another country can be a time-consuming process, it is recommended to begin the process at least six months in advance. Students can contact the admissions office if they have any questions regarding this matter.

Admission Portal: Online
Basic Admission Requirements:

  • Complete application
  • Official High School Transcripts
  • Relevant Test Scores (SAT & ACT optional)
  • Copy of Passport
  • Evaluation of international credentials
  • Resume
  • Application of I-20
  • Proof of finances for one year 
    • Graduate Arts & sciences Studies: USD 41,824
    • Graduate Business Studies: USD 55,287
    • Undergraduate Studies: USD 61,388

Iona University English Proficiency Test Scores

Test Minimum Requirement
TOEFL iBT 80
TOEFL PBT 550
TOEFL CBT 213
IELTS 6.5 or higher

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Lona University Average Tuition Fee Per Year

Undergraduate

$ 40,000

Postgraduate

$ 40,000

Costs per year

Overall cost of living

$ 0

Campus accommodation

$ 0

Please note that fees will vary. Always check the exact cost of the program and bear in mind likely additional expenses.