University of Northern Iowa

University of Northern Iowa Challenges you to Achieve Beyond 

The University of Northern Iowa is a comprehensive public university with 9,500 students representing over 60 countries.  UNI offers 90 undergraduate majors and 50 graduate programs as well as an intensive English program.  Students can expect small classes and courses taught by professors, not graduate students.   UNI is consistently recognized as one of the best public regional universities in the midwest as well as receiving recognition for high graduation rates, environmental responsibility and as a best college for your money.  UNI has also been recognized as a “Best Business School” by Princeton Review.   

UNI offers programs in the following colleges:

• College of Business
• College of Education
• College of Humanities, Arts and Sciences
• College of Social and Behavioral Science  

All students have easy access to extracurricular opportunities with 93% of University of Northern Iowa students graduating with experience directly related to their future career.  These include:

• internships
• co-ops
• field experience
• undergraduate and graduate research
• participation in one of the over 270 clubs and organizations
• on-campus jobs

These types of hands-on experiences result in 96% of UNI students reporting that they were employed or in graduate school within six months of graduating.

Culture and Intensive English Program (CIEP)

The Culture and Intensive English Program (CIEP) at the University of Northern Iowa offers intensive academic English language instruction and a cultural and social introduction to the United States.  CIEP students participate in listening, speaking, reading and writing classes in order to practice English in a variety of situations and environments.  Class sizes are typically limited to 16 students, so students can easily establish meaningful connections with their instructors and peers.  Many students utilize CIEP coursework to improve their English and bridge into academic courses at the university.  

Campus and Community

The University of Northern Iowa’s 900-acre park-like campus features more than 65 major buildings including academic buildings, residence halls, recreation centers, extensive libraries. You will also find:

• an entrepreneur incubator
• a greenhouse
• television studios
• an indoor football arena
• a metal casting center
• a bio preserve
• a water slide
• the largest 3-D printer on a U.S. campus
• and so much more! 

It only takes 10 to 15 minutes to walk across campus and you will feel at home as UNI has been recognized as one of the “Safest Campuses in America.”   UNI is located in Cedar Falls, a small city that is welcoming and safe and has been selected as one of the “Best College Towns” in the U.S.  

Cost and Scholarships

UNI was recently ranked a “Best Value School” by U.S. News and World Report as a result of our tuition that is below the national average for both public and private universities.  The cost of living in Iowa is also well below the national average so students will save money on living and personal expenses.  Scholarship support is offered to international students including merit and international student scholarships ranging from $1000 – $12000.  Graduate assistantships and scholarships are also available for students applying for master’s programs with a priority deadline of Feb. 1st.  There are many campus jobs for students interested in working to earn money and experience.  

It is easy to apply

1. Submit your application for admission at intladm.uni.edu
2. Submit transcripts and results from all secondary and/or postsecondary education institutions attended
3. Submit proof of English proficiency.  See list of accepted exams at https://intladm.uni.edu/english-proficiency
4. For graduate applicants, some programs may require additional documentation.  Check for your specific department requirements at https://intladm.uni.edu/graduate-majors

Connect With US

The University of Northern Iowa offers personalized assistance to help navigate the admission process, scholarship options and any other questions.  We invite you to connect with us through the following resources:

• Email, Chat or arrange a one-on-one appointment with Admissions staff – international.admissions@uni.edu
• Chat with current UNI students – https://intladm.uni.edu/unibuddy

The University of Northern Iowa exists to help students achieve their unrealized potential.

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