A private, nonprofit university founded in 1857, UIU provides more than 40 undergraduate/graduate degree programs to about 5,500 students worldwide. Students
get a traditional college experience of excellent education, tradition, and innovation within a comfortable and welcoming campus environment in Fayette,
Iowa. However, as a UIU education is an Education Built for Life, the University also has 11 U.S. locations—with evening classes, expert faculty, and supportive staff that students need to advance their
career while still tending to family, job and other day-to-day responsibilities. UIU is also a recognized leader in online and self-paced education,
so students never need to go far for an exceptional education.
Distinctive Facts & Features
Five 8-week sessions and one accelerated 6-week summer session
Flexible classroom, online and self-paced options
Easily transfer up to 90 undergraduate credits or 12 graduate credits
Repeatedly named a top Military-Friendly university
94% of graduates are employed or continuing their education shortly after commencement.
Student Profile
Male: 42%
Female: 53%
Not Reported: 5%
Non-traditional students: 66%
Military (Active or Veteran): 11%
Most Popular Majors
Business Administration
Psychology
Criminal Justice
Teacher Education
Cost
Tuition: $18,450
Housing: $3,877 - $7,635
Financial Aid Data
Students with Demonstrated Financial Need: 60.3%
Average Financial Aid Package: $19,986
Percent Need Met (Need-based Aid): 62.1%
Class Size
Fayette Campus Student/Faculty Ratio: 20 to 1
Athletics and Intramural Activities
Athletic Division: NCAA Division II
Athletic Conference: Great Lakes Valley Conference
Universal Cheerleaders Association member
Co-curricular Activities
Student Clubs and Organizations: 22
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