University of Northern Iowa is a public institution located in Cedar Falls, IA and provides a large number of program options for students. Around 13,000 students enroll at UNI per year.
Here is a list of some of the popular programs UNI offers:
- Education
- Business And Marketing Studies
- Psychology
- Biological And Biomedical Sciences
- History
To be considered for admissions, students may be asked to complete an application, write a personal statement, and submit test scores or other school records, which are then evaluated by admissions officials. Most students admitted to University of Northern Iowa score in-between 21 to 26 on the ACT. UNI accepts about 80 percent of applicants yearly. Of those students admitted, about 54 percent of students attended the school. More information on admissions can be found at uni.edu.
The cost of tuition varies for in-state and out-of-state residents. In-state residents pay around $8,100, while out-of-state residents pay $18,000 per year. Housing is available on-campus for students. The annual cost of housing is approximately $4,000. Students attending University of Northern Iowa may qualify for aid which is usually grants and loans.
The University of Northern Iowa Panthers participate in several athletic programs, within the NCAA organization. Athletic programs offered include:
- Basketball (NCAA Division I-AA)
- Track & Field (NCAA Division I-AA)
- Football (NCAA Division I-AA)
Contact information, academics information, areas of study, and much more can be viewed on school's website at http://www.uni.edu.
Admission Requirements & Details
The admissions information below may provide a better idea of the candidates University of Northern Iowa accepts. The details may include application requirements and recommendations, as well as any AP college credits that may be transferred.
College Credits Accepted
- Dual Credits
- AP Course Credits
Student Enrollment
Total enrollment at University of Northern Iowa is around 12,000 students, where graduate students make up roughly 16% of the student body.
Estimated Costs & Financial Aid
The average "out of pocket" cost of attendance, after any grants and scholarships are considered, is around $15,100. 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: $6,600-$8,000
- Out-of-State: $17,000-$20,200
- Charges for part-time students are:
- In-State: $280-$330 per unit
- Out-of-State: $700-$840 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 | 82% | - |
| Receiving Grants & Scholarships | 66% | $4,905 |
| Receiving Student Loans | 59% | $5,696 |
Academics & Student Services
Student Services
To support students and graduates, University of Northern Iowa may offer student services like those listed below:- Distance learning
- Remedial instructional courses
- Counseling assistance
- Work study style employment
- Helping students find work after graduation
- Day care for children
Graduation Rates
The overall graduation rate of UNI is close to 66%.
| Number of Year to Graduate | Percent of Entering Class |
|---|---|
| Students Graduating in 4 Years | 37% |
| Graduating in 5 Years | 26% |
| Graduating in 6 Years | 4% |
Specialized Programs & Accreditations
- Music Program
- * Accredited by the National Association of Schools of Music, Commission on Accreditation (since 1942)
- Speech-Language Pathology Program
- * Accredited by the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association, Council on Academic Accreditation in Audiology and Speech-Language Pathology (since 1988)
Intercollegiate Athletics
University of Northern Iowa is a Member of National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA), with many of the sports belonging to the NCAA Division I-AA classification. The most popular sports played are listed below:
- Basketball (Missouri Valley Conference)
- Track and Field (Missouri Valley Conference)
- Football (Missouri Valley Conference)
- Golf
- Soccer
- Softball
- Swimming
- 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 University of Northern Iowa 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,...)
Biological and Biomedical Sciences
- Biology (B, M)
- Biomedical Science (B)
- Biochemistry (B)
- Ecology (B)
- Microbiology
- Bioinformatics
- Biotechnology
Business and Marketing Studies
- Accounting (B, M)
- Business Administration (B, M)
- Advertising and Marketing (B)
- Finance (B)
- Logistics and Supply Chain Management (B)
- Information Systems (B)
- Construction Management (B)
- Finance and Financial Management Services (B)
- Organizational Leadership (B)
- Investments and Securities (B)
- Real Estate (B)
- International Marketing (B)
- Organizational and Nonprofit Management
Communication Technology
- Graphic Communications (B)
Communications and Journalism
- Communications (B, M)
- Public Relations (B, M)
- Multimedia (B)
- Media Studies (M)
- Organizational Communication
Computer and Information Sciences
- Computer Science (B)
- Computer Networking (B)
- Computer and Information Sciences
Education
- Elementary Education (B, M)
- Elementary and Middle School Administration (M)
- Social Science Teacher Education (B)
- Guidance Counselor (M)
- Physical Education (B)
- Music Teacher Education (B, M)
- College Student Counseling and Personnel Services (M)
- ESL (B, M)
- Special Education (M)
- Kindergarten and Preschool Education (B)
- Educational Leadership and Administration (D)
- Business Teacher Education (B)
- Technology Teacher Education Teacher Education (B)
- Educational and Instructional Media Design (M)
- Social and Philosophical Foundations of Education (M)
- Curriculum and Instruction (D)
- Education, Teaching Individuals with Vision Impairments (M)
- Reading Teacher and Literacy Specialist (M)
- Speech Teacher Education (B)
- Education (D)
- Education, Teaching of the Gifted and Talented
- Education, Teaching of Individuals with Mental Retardation
- Middle School Teacher
- Foreign Language Teacher Education
- Health Teacher Education
Engineering
- Engineering Physics (B)
Engineering Technology
- Industrial Technology (B, D, M)
- Manufacturing Engineering Technician (B)
- Electromechanical Engineering and Technology (B)
- Engineering Technology (M)
- Electrical and Communications Engineering Technology (M)
- Engineering Technologies
English Language and Literature
Ethnic Cultural and Gender Studies
Family and Consumer Sciences
- Family and Community Services (B)
- Apparel and Textiles (B)
Foreign Languages and Literature
- Spanish Language and Literature (B, M)
- French Language and Literature (B, M)
- German Language and Literature (B)
- Foreign Languages and Literatures
- Russian Language and Literature
Health and Clinical Professions
- Speech and Language Pathology (B, M)
- Athletic Training (B, M)
- Health Professions and Related Clinical Sciences (B)
- Mental Health Counseling (M)
- Community Health and Preventive Medicine (M)
- Community Health Services, Liaison, Counseling (B)
- Environmental Health
- Public Health Education and Promotion
- Rehabilitation and Therapeutic Professions
History
- History (B, M)
Interdisciplinary Studies
- Gerontology (B)
- Biological and Physical Sciences (B, M)
- International and Global Studies (B)
Liberal Arts and Sciences
- Liberal Arts (B)
- Humanistic Studies
Library Science
- Library Science, Librarianship (M)
Mathematics and Statistics
- Math (B, M)
Natural Resources and Conservation
- Environmental Science (B, M)
Philosophy and Religious Studies
- Philosophy (B)
- Religious Studies (B)
Physical Sciences
Psychology
- Psychology (B, M)
- School Psychology (M)
- Educational Psychology (M)
- Clinical Psychology (M)
- Counseling Psychology
Public Administration and Social Services
- Social Work (B, M)
- Public Administration (B)
- Public Policy (M)
Recreation and Fitness Studies
- Parks and Recreation (B, D, M)
- Sports Medicine (B, M)
- Kinesiology And Exercise Science (M)
Social Sciences
- Criminology (B, M)
- Political Science (B)
- Applied Economics (B)
- Sociology (B)
- Anthropology (B)
- Economics (B)
- Geography (B, M)
- Political Science and Government (B)
- Econometrics and Quantitative Economics (B)
Visual and Performing Arts
- Fine Arts and Studio Arts (B)
- Graphic Design (B)
- Interior Design (B)
- Art Studies (B)
- Music (B, M)
- Drama and Theatre Arts (B)
- Music Performance (B, M)
- Acting (B)
- Theatre Design and Technology (B)
- Art History (B)
- Music Technology (B)
- Music History, Literature, and Theory (M)
- Music Theory and Composition (B, M)
- Conducting (M)
- Piano and Organ (M)
- Jazz and Jazz Studies
Other 4-Year Public Colleges
The list of schools below have been selected by researching which schools offer similar programs to University of Northern Iowa.
- Iowa State University in Ames, IA (69 miles away)
- University of Iowa in Iowa City, IA (75 miles away)
- University of Wisconsin - La Crosse in La Crosse, WI (109 miles away)
- University of Wisconsin - Platteville in Platteville, WI (113 miles away)
- Winona State University in Winona, MN (114 miles away)
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