UIU is a nonprofit private institution located in Fayette, IA and provides a large number of educational opportunities for students. Enrollment at UIU is nearly 5,700 annually.
Areas of study offered at UIU include:
- Business And Marketing Studies
- Public Administration And Social Services
- Psychology
- Social Sciences
- Education
- Health And Clinical Professions
Students applying for admission are asked to submit an application, school records, standardized test scores and any requested personal statements, which will then be reviewed by the admissions office. Most students accepted to this school achieve an SAT score between 760 - 1050, or an ACT composite score in a range of 19 - 24. Roughly 60 percent of all applicant were accepted at Upper Iowa University, with 23 percent of those admitted choosing to attend. More information from the admissions office can be found at uiu.edu.
The cost of tuition is close to $26,000 annually. Tuition prices may change for a variety of reasons, and therefore students should visit the school's tuition calculator to get a better idea of their personalized cost estimate of attendance. Housing may be available for those that want to live on-campus for around a cost of $3,100 each year. Students enrolled at Upper Iowa University may qualify for aid which is typically loans, grants, scholarships and work study programs.
The mascot for UIU is the "Peacocks", and they participate in intercollegiate athletics through oversight by the NCAA. Athletic programs available include:
- Baseball (NCAA Division II)
- Basketball (NCAA Division II)
- Football (NCAA Division II)
Students who wish to get more about UIU may take a look at their website at www.uiu.edu.
Admission Requirements & Details
The admission details below may give you an idea of the candidates UIU accepts. The details may include admissions application requirements and recommendations, as well as any college credits that may be transferred.
College Credits Accepted
- Dual Credits
- Life Experience Credits
- AP Course Credits
Student Enrollment
Upper Iowa University has a total student population of about 4,800. The student body is made up of 86% undergraduate students and 6% graduate students.
Estimated Costs & Financial Aid
The items listed below are for informational purposes only and may not represent current tuition, fees, and expenses.
Tuition & Fees Information
- The estimated tuition range is around $27,000-$33,000 per year
- The estimated tuition for part time students is around $1,100 to $1,400 per unit
Financial Aid Details
The information below lists the financial aid types students are receiving. Also shown are the percent of students receiving aid and the average amount of aid per student per year.
| Percent of Students | Average Amount | |
|---|---|---|
| Any Financial Aid | 99% | - |
| Receiving Grants & Scholarships | 99% | $15,125 |
| Receiving Student Loans | 73% | $7,596 |
Academics & Student Services
Student Services
To help students and recent graduates, Upper Iowa University may offer services to students like those listed below:- Online course work available
- Remedial courses
- Career path counseling
- Work study style employment
- Assisting students to find work
Graduation Rates
Upper Iowa University has an overall graduation rate which is around 40%.
| Number of Year to Graduate | Percent of Entering Class |
|---|---|
| Students Graduating in 4 Years | 24% |
| Graduating in 5 Years | 10% |
| Graduating in 6 Years | 6% |
Specialized Programs & Accreditations
- Bachelor's Degree in Nursing (BSN) Program
- * Accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (since 2008)
- Nursing (MSN, DSN) Program
- * Accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (since 2008)
Intercollegiate Athletics
Upper Iowa University is a Member of National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA), with many of the sports belonging to the NCAA Division II (with football) classification. The most popular sports played are listed below:
- Baseball (Northern Sun Intercollegiate Conference)
- Basketball (Northern Sun Intercollegiate Conference)
- Football (Northern Sun Intercollegiate Conference)
- Golf
- Soccer
- Softball
- Tennis
- Volleyball
- Wrestling
Programs Offered
The program list below is organized by areas of study. The programs that have a link will direct you to the program's profile page where you can learn more about education requirements and career pathways.
Get more information about the programs offered by Upper Iowa University by clicking the request information to the right.
(C) Certificate or Award | (A) Associate's | (B) Bachelor's | (M) Master's Degree | (D) Doctorate (PhD,...)
Agriculture Operations
- Agricultural Business (B)
Biological and Biomedical Sciences
- Biology (B)
Business and Marketing Studies
- Business Administration (A, B, M)
- Accounting (B, M)
- Advertising and Marketing (C)
- Organizational Leadership (M)
- Human Resources (B, M)
- Finance (B, M)
- Information Systems (B)
- International Business (B, M)
- Organizational Behavior Studies
Communications and Journalism
- Communication, General (B)
- Sports Communication (B)
Computer and Information Sciences
- Computer (B)
Education
- Elementary Education (B)
- Educational Leadership and Administration (M)
- Education, Teaching of Individuals with Multiple Disabilities (M)
- Elementary Special Education Programs (M)
- Physical Education (B)
- Secondary School Special Education Programs (M)
- Curriculum and Instruction (M)
- Teacher and Professional Development (M)
- Social Science Teacher Education (B)
- Reading Teacher and Literacy Specialist (M)
- ESL
- Science Teacher
- Community College Education
- Early Childhood Education
- Higher Education Administration
Engineering
- Computer Engineering
- Software Engineering
Engineering Technology
English Language and Literature
- English (B)
Health and Clinical Professions
- Nursing (B)
- Health and Medical Administrative Services (B)
- Athletic Training (B)
- Long Term Care Administration
History
- History (B)
Interdisciplinary Studies
Liberal Arts and Sciences
Mathematics and Statistics
- Math (B)
Natural Resources and Conservation
Physical Sciences
- Forensic Chemistry (B)
- Chemistry
Psychology
- Psychology (B)
- Clinical, Counseling and Applied Psychology
Public Administration and Social Services
- Human Services (B)
- Public Administration (B, M)
- Public Administration and Social Service
- Social Work
Recreation and Fitness Studies
- Sports Studies (B)
- Parks, Recreation, Leisure, and Fitness Studies
- Sports Management
Security and Protective Services
- Disaster Management (B)
- Homeland Security (M)
- Law and Justice Administration
Social Sciences
- Criminology (B)
- Social Science (B)
- Sociology (B)
Visual and Performing Arts
- Commercial and Advertising Art (B)
- Art Studies (B)
Other 4-Year Private Colleges
The list of schools below have been selected by researching which schools offer similar programs to Upper Iowa University.
- University of Wisconsin - Platteville in Platteville, WI (73 miles away)
- University of Wisconsin - La Crosse in La Crosse, WI (73 miles away)
- Winona State University in Winona, MN (84 miles away)
- University of Wisconsin Colleges in Madison, WI (123 miles away)
- University of Wisconsin - Eau Claire in Eau Claire, WI (136 miles away)
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Data Disclaimer
Information displayed on this page has been obtained from Institution, State, and Federal data sources, including the US Dept. of Education's Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) Survey 2010-2016. Information should be solely used for informational purposes only and may not be accurate for the current year. Contact Upper Iowa University for official up-to-date information.