
University of Iowa is a public university in Iowa City, considered to be one of the most dynamic colleges in the country, according to the Fiske Guide to Colleges 2011. The university offers more than 100 areas of study at both the undergraduate and graduate levels. The school also offers professional degrees. Its graduate programs in creative writing, audiology, nursing service administration, and speech-language pathology rank very high.
The University of Iowa, commonly known simply as "Iowa," has a well-respected faculty, and offers small class sizes, research opportunities for undergraduates and graduates, honors courses, special programs for transfer students, and discussion sessions to help first-year students. Alumni include many notable figures, including inventors, distinguished researchers, doctors, CEOs, musicians, performers, athletes, politicians, and most notably, writers. The Writer's Workshop of University of Iowa, founded in 1936, has produced 13 Pulitzer Prize winners since 1947.
History
The university was founded in 1847 as the State University of Iowa, a mere 59 days after Iowa became a state. Faculty did not offer instruction until 1855, and became the first public university to offer higher education equally to both men and women. The first class of 124 students included 41 women.
Academics
The academic calendar for the University of Iowa includes four academic sessions during the school year: fall, winter, spring and summer.
Colleges and Schools
- College of Liberal Arts and Sciences
- Tippie College of Business
- College of Dentistry
- College of Education
- College of Engineering
- Graduate College
- College of Law
- Carver College of Medicine
- College of Nursing
- College of Pharmacy
- College of Public Health
- University College
Student Life
Students seeking involvement opportunities at University of Iowa have more than 450 student organizations to choose from. There are also opportunities to attend a lecture by a visiting scholar, join a study group or a discussion group with an instructor. There are many things to do on campus and also off-campus in Iowa City, including arts and entertainment, shopping, nightlife, sports and recreation.
There are 10 residence halls on campus, as well as university apartments for students with families. Several of the fraternities and sororities near campus also offer housing.
Traditions
The University of Iowa school colors are black and gold.
Athletics
The "Hawkeye" athletics teams at the University of Iowa compete in more than 20 intercollegiate sports, with top teams in field hockey, wrestling and football. The Dance Team and cheerleading are also very popular.
Men's Sports:
- Baseball
- Basketball
- Cross Country
- Football
- Golf
- Gymnastics
- Swimming and Diving
- Tennis
- Track and Field
- Wrestling
Women's Sports:
- Basketball
- Cross Country
- Field Hockey
- Golf
- Gymnastics
- Rowing
- Soccer
- Softball
- Swimming and Diving
- Tennis
- Track and Field
- Volleyball
Satellite Campuses
The Iowa River flows through the University of Iowa's main campus in Iowa City, splitting it into west and east sides. The university has one satellite campus in nearby Coralville, which is called Oakdale Campus. Oakdale is home to many of the university's research facilities.
Community Life
The University of Iowa combines the benefits of a large, top-ranked school with the benefits of small-town life. The "pedestrian mall" of the city offers many restaurants and bars, boutiques and shopping venues, museums and galleries, and there are plenty of recreational activities in the area.
Admission Requirements & Details
The admission details below may give an overview of the candidates Iowa accepts. The details may include admissions application requirements and recommendations, as well as any AP credits that may be transferred.
College Credits Accepted
- Dual Credits
- AP Course Credits
Student Enrollment
University of Iowa has a total student population of about 31,000, with undergraduate students making up about 76% of the total student population and graduate students making up the rest.
Estimated Costs & Financial Aid
The average "out of pocket" cost of attendance, after any grants and scholarships are considered, is around $14,600. In order to calculate a more accurate and detailed cost of attendance check out their cost calculator here. There is also a $40 application fee for those applying to a program. The figures listed below are for informational purposes only and do not represent current or future tuition, fees, and expenses.
Tuition & Fees Information
- Tuition estimates per year:
- State Residents: $6,700-$8,000
- Out-of-State: $26,000-$31,760
- Charges per unit:
- State Residents: $340-$410 per credit unit
- Nonresidents: $1,200-$1,400 per credit unit
- The average estimated cost for on campus dorms & meals is listed to be around $12,000, the cost includes twenty-one meals per week
Financial Aid Details
The financial aid table below details the types of financial aid, along with the percent of students receiving aid, and on average the amount of aid per student per year.
Percent of Students | Average Amount | |
---|---|---|
Any Financial Aid | 86% | - |
Receiving Grants & Scholarships | 77% | $8,816 |
Receiving Student Loans | 47% | $7,106 |
Academics & Student Services
Student Services
To help students and alumni, University of Iowa may offer services including:- Distance learning
- Career path counseling
- Work study style employment
- Helping students find work after graduation
- Child care
Graduation Rates
University of Iowa has an overall graduation rate which is approximately 70%.
Number of Year to Graduate | Percent of Entering Class |
---|---|
Students Graduating in 4 Years | 48% |
Graduating in 5 Years | 20% |
Graduating in 6 Years | 3% |
Specialized Programs & Accreditations
- Clinical Pastoral Education (CPE) & Supervisory CPE Program
- Clinical Audiology (Au.D.) Program
- Clinical Psychology (Ph.D.) Program
- Counseling Psychology (Ph.D.) Program
- Dance Program
- Dental Public Health Program
- Endodontics Program
- English Language Program
- Health Services Administration Program
- Law Program
- Medical (M.D.) Program
- Music Program
- Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA) Program
- Bachelor's Degree in Nursing (BSN) Program
- Nursing (MSN, DSN) Program
- Oral and Maxillofacial Pathology Program
- Oral and Maxillofacial Radiology Program
- Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery Program
- Orthodontics & Dentofacial Orthopedics Program
- Pediatric Dentistry Program
- Periodontics Program
- Pharmacy (Pharm. D.) Program
- Prosthodontics Program
- Master's in Public Health (M.P.H.) Program
- Radiology Technician Program
- Radiation Therapist Program
- School Psychology (Ph.D.) Program
- Speech-Language Pathology Program
- Theatre Program
Intercollegiate Athletics
University of Iowa is a Member of National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA), with many of the sports being in the NCAA Division I-A classification. The most popular sports played are listed below:
- Baseball (Big Ten Conference)
- Basketball (Big Ten Conference)
- Track and Field (Big Ten Conference)
- Field Hockey
- Football (Big Ten Conference)
- Golf
- Gymnastics
- Rowing
- Soccer
- Softball
- Swimming and Diving
- 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.

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(C) Certificate or Award | (A) Associate's | (B) Bachelor's | (M) Master's Degree | (D) Doctorate (PhD,...)
Architecture
- Urban Planning (M)
Biological and Biomedical Sciences
- Biology (B, D, M)
- Biochemistry (B, D)
- Microbiology (B, D)
- Biostatistics (C, D, M)
- Molecular Biology (D)
- Epidemiology (C, D, M)
- Physiology (D, M)
- Immunology (D)
- Genetics (D)
- Pharmacology (D, M)
- Neurobiology and Anatomy (D)
- Radiation Biology, Radiobiology (D)
- Cell Biology and Anatomy (D, M)
- Bioinformatics (C, M)
- Toxicology (D)
- Biomedical Science
Business and Marketing Studies
- Finance (B)
- Business Administration (D, M)
- Entrepreneurship (C)
- Accounting (B, M)
- Labor and Industrial Relations (B)
- Management Sciences and Quantitative Methods (B, D)
- Insurance (C)
- International Business (C)
- Organizational and Nonprofit Management (C)
- Risk Management and Insurance (B, M)
- Commerce
- Organizational Leadership
- Meeting and Event Planning
Communications and Journalism
- Communications (B, D, M)
- Journalism (B, C, D, M)
Computer and Information Sciences
- Computer (B, D, M)
- Informatics (B, D, M)
- Computer and Information Sciences
Education
- Elementary Education (B)
- Urban Education and Leadership (C)
- Teacher Education and Professional Development (C)
- Educational Assessment, Testing and Measurement (D, M)
- Higher Education Administration (D, M)
- Science Teacher (B, D, M)
- Superintendency and Educational System Administration (M)
- Guidance Counselor (D, M)
- Special Education (D, M)
- Foreign Language Teacher Education (D, M)
- Teacher Education, Multiple Levels (D)
- English and Language Arts Teacher Education (M)
- Mathematics Teacher Education (D, M)
- Social Studies Teacher Education (M)
- Social and Philosophical Foundations of Education (D, M)
- Art Teacher Education (M)
- Reading Teacher and Literacy Specialist (M)
- Curriculum and Instruction (D)
- Learning Sciences
- College Student Counseling and Personnel Services
- Secondary Education
- ESL
Engineering
- Mechanical Engineering (B, C, D, M)
- Biomedical Engineering (B, D, M)
- Electrical Engineering (B)
- Civil Engineering (B, D, M)
- Industrial Engineering (B, D, M)
- Chemical Engineering (B, D, M)
- Engineering (C, M)
- Computer Engineering (D, M)
English Language and Literature
- English (B, D, M)
- Writing, General (C)
- Creative Writing (M)
- English Language and Literature, Letters (C, M)
Ethnic Cultural and Gender Studies
- Disability Studies (C)
- Asian Studies (B, M)
- Women's Studies (B, C)
- United States Studies (B, D, M)
- African-American Black Studies (B)
- Native American Studies (C)
- Latin American Studies
Foreign Languages and Literature
- Spanish Language and Literature (B, D, M)
- Linguistics (B, D, M)
- French Language and Literature (B, D, M)
- German Language and Literature (B)
- Sign Language (C)
- Linguistic and Comparative Language Studies and Services (D)
- Russian Language and Literature (B)
- Language Interpretation and Translation (M)
- Classical Languages, Literatures and Linguistics (B, C, D, M)
- Italian Language and Literature (B)
- Portuguese Language and Literature (B)
- Comparative Literature
- Ancient Greek Language and Literature
- Latin Language and Literature
Health and Clinical Professions
- Nursing (B)
- Medicine (D)
- Pharmacy (D)
- Dentistry (D)
- Audiology and Speech Pathology (B, D, M)
- Public Health (C, M)
- Radiologic Technology (B)
- Physical Therapy (D)
- Health Services Administration (D, M)
- Physician Assistant (C, M)
- Health Professions and Related Clinical Sciences (C, M)
- Athletic Training (B)
- Nursing Practice (D)
- Orthodontics, Orthodontology (C, M)
- Ultrasound Technician (C)
- Rehabilitation and Therapeutic Professions (M)
- Nurse Anesthetist (D)
- Family Practice Nurse (D)
- Endodontics, Endodontology (C)
- Pediatric Dentistry, Pedodontics (C)
- Pharmaceutics and Drug Design (D)
- International Public Health, International Health (C)
- Radiology Technician (C)
- Advanced Dentistry and Oral Sciences (D, M)
- Environmental Health (M)
- Adult Health Nurse (D)
- Dental Clinical Sciences (C, M)
- Vocational Rehabilitation Counseling (D)
- Nuclear Medicine (B)
- Perfusion Technology (C)
- Nursing Science (D, M)
- Pediatric Nursing (D)
- Dental Public Health and Education (C, M)
- Medical Scientist (M)
- Medicinal and Pharmaceutical Chemistry (D, M)
- Pharmacoeconomics, Pharmaceutical Economics (D, M)
- Psychiatric and Mental Health Nurse (C, D)
- Clinical Nurse Leader (M)
- Periodontics, Periodontology (C)
- Prosthodontics, Prosthodontology (C)
- Cardiovascular Technologist (C)
- Oral Biology and Oral Pathology (C)
- Community Health and Preventive Medicine (D)
- Oral, Maxillofacial Surgery
- EMT & Paramedic
- MRI Technology
- Medical Technology
- Orthoptics
- Pharmacy, Pharmaceutical Sciences and Administration
- Occupational Health and Industrial Hygiene
- Health Informatics
- Nursing Administration
- Maternal, Child Health and Neonatal Nurse
- Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
History
- History (B, D, M)
Interdisciplinary Studies
- International and Global Studies (B)
- Sustainability Studies (C)
- Intercultural, Multicultural and Diversity Studies (C)
- Museum Studies (C)
- Medieval and Renaissance Studies (C)
- Ancient Civilization Studies (B)
- Gerontology (C)
- Nutrition
- Cognitive Science
Legal Professions and Studies
- Law (D)
- Advanced Legal Research (M)
Liberal Arts and Sciences
- Liberal Arts (B)
Library Science
- Library Science, Librarianship (M)
- Library Science
Mathematics and Statistics
- Math (B, D, M)
- Statistics (B, D, M)
- Applied Mathematics (D)
Natural Resources and Conservation
- Environmental Science (B)
- Environmental Studies (B)
Philosophy and Religious Studies
- Philosophy (B, D)
- Religious Studies (B, D, M)
Physical Sciences
- Chemistry (B, D, M)
- Geology (B, D, M)
- Physics (B, D, M)
- Astronomy (B)
- Geological and Earth Sciences, Geosciences (C)
Psychology
- Psychology (B, D, M)
- Counseling Psychology (D)
- Educational Psychology (D, M)
- School Psychology (D, M)
Public Administration and Social Services
- Social Work (B, D, M)
Recreation and Fitness Studies
- Kinesiology And Exercise Science (B, D, M)
- Parks and Recreation (B, M)
- Sports Management (B)
- Sports Studies (B)
- Health and Physical Education, Fitness (B, D)
Social Sciences
- Economics (B, D, M)
- Political Science (B, D, M)
- Sociology (B, D, M)
- Anthropology (B, D)
- International Relations (B)
- Geography (B, D, M)
- Research Methodology and Quantitative Methods
Theology and Religious Vocations
Visual and Performing Arts
- Art Studies (B, M)
- Film Studies (B, D, M)
- Music (B, D, M)
- Drama and Theatre Arts (B, M)
- Dance (B, M)
- Art History (B, D, M)
- Cinematography And Film (M)
- Theatre Design and Technology
- Playwriting and Screenwriting
- Directing and Theatrical Production
Other 4-Year Public Colleges
The list of schools below have been selected by researching which schools offer similar programs to University of Iowa.
- University of Northern Iowa in Cedar Falls, IA (75 miles away)
- Western Illinois University in Macomb, IL (94 miles away)
- Iowa State University in Ames, IA (111 miles away)
- Truman State University in Kirksville, MO (115 miles away)
- University of Wisconsin - Platteville in Platteville, WI (120 miles away)
See a list of all the colleges and universities by clicking on one of the links below:
- Get a list of all the colleges in Iowa
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