Upper Iowa University

  United States

Iowa City

University Attributes: Founded in 1857, Upper Iowa University is a private, not-for-profit university providing educational excellence and leadership development to approximately 6,000 students both nationally and internationally at our traditional campus in picturesque Fayette, Iowa; through our various online degree programs; at our U.S. centers; via independent study; and at our international centers in Hong Kong, Singapore, and Malaysia. Upper Iowa University is a recognized innovator in the delivery of accredited, quality education and is proud of its diverse range of student populations and progressive, flexible options for students of all ages.

Upper Iowa University:

* Ranks in the top 10% of US universities for enhancing student learning.

The Collegiate Learning Assessment study tested students at over 300 American universities and showed that students at Upper Iowa University learned more in their 4 years than at other universities. Upper Iowa students learned more at UIU than 90% of American students at other US universities.

* Ranks #1 in the Online Education Database (OEDb)

OEDb attempts to make online education more transparent with these objectives rankings that compare the most popular accredited online colleges. OEDb spokesperson Ashley Merusi said, "OEDbs second annual Online College Rankings saves students valuable time by ranking the top online colleges in an objective, un-biased manner. Those online colleges ranked in the top ten should be especially commended for their commitment to providing a quality education and experience for students."

* The largest private university based in Iowa

With over 6,000 students throughout the Upper Iowa University system, this makes UIU the largest private university based in Iowa.

* One of the most diverse student populations among all Iowa Colleges and Universities.

The average college or university in Iowa has approximately 8% diversity. Upper Iowa University has approximately 13% diversity.

* Located in Fayette County which ranks 29th in the Midwest as "Best Place to Live"

Upper Iowa University located in the scenic Volga River Valley has numerous activities to keep its students occupied. Summer activities include biking, river-rafting, fishing, golf, swimming, and boating, whereas winter activities include skiing, snowboarding, snowmobiling, skating, ice fishing and much more!

* Iowa's only NCAA Division II Athletic Institution

Upper Iowa University competes in the extremely competitive Northern Sun Conference in twelve sports. UIU is one of the few universities in Iowa that can provide athletic scholarships to student-athletes.

Application Process Involves:

• Online Application plus Application Assessment
• Transcript
• Written Application

Post Services Include:

• Alumni Network
• Exit DebriefingAbroad
• Job and Internship Network
• Re-Entry Debriefing at Home