College comparison

Dordt University vs Upper Iowa University

A side-by-side of acceptance rate, test scores, and cost — source-cited estimates, not guarantees. Want the number that actually matters for your student? Model your admit odds at each.

Metric	Dordt University Sioux Center, IA	Upper Iowa University Fayette, IA
Acceptance rateDordt University is more selective	68%	96%
SAT (25–75)	1070–1330	—
ACT (25–75)	—	—
Undergrad enrollment	1,597	1,994
Avg net price	$25,807	$20,942
Median earnings (10 yr)Upper Iowa University reports higher median earnings	$52,559	$52,766
Graduation rate	70%	34%
Median debt	$21,500	$25,000
Economic mobility	—	1.4%
Test policy	—	—
Type	Private (nonprofit)	Private (nonprofit)

Quick answers

Is Dordt University or Upper Iowa University harder to get into?

Dordt University is more selective: Dordt University's acceptance rate is approximately 68% and Upper Iowa University's is approximately 96% (estimates from public and primary sources).

What SAT score do you need for Dordt University vs Upper Iowa University?

The middle-50% SAT range is 1070–1330 at Dordt University and — at Upper Iowa University. Scores outside these bands are still admitted, especially with strong applications.

Figures are estimates compiled from public datasets (College Scorecard / IPEDS) and primary sources; verify with each institution before relying on them.

These outputs are estimates from a baseline model — not guarantees of admission, cost, or outcome.