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4.5 114 reviews
Academic Rigor
 4.1400
Dorm Life
 4.0649
Food and Dining
 3.8553
Bang for the buck
 4.2000
Clubs and Activities
 4.5909
Campus Safety
 4.4545
Most Helpful Review for University of Iowa
  • Category: Am learning a lot
  • Review by: Lorena from La Grange Park, IL
  • 26 out of 26 people found this review helpful

The faculty at the University of Iowa is very qualified and interacts well with their students to provide them with a great educational experience. In a school the size of Iowa, both discussion sections and lectures are the predominant forms of learning. With discussion sections being smaller, the more intimate setting makes for lively conversation and more individual attention. Lectures, on the other hand, are very large, with sometimes over 500 students in attendance. However, I have found it comforting to know that despite the class size, the professors are readily available via office hours, email, or directly after...

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Student Responses to Review Topic: In Three Sentences
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  • Alex from Wheeling, IL
  • Jun-19-2013 I am a current student here

    University of Iowa is more than a school it is a community. Being a Hawkeye is something we're very proud of. It's a beautiful, lively, passionate place.

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  • Alexandra from Oxford, IA
  • Jun-19-2013 I am a current student here

    The University of Iowa makes sure that everyone gets heard. The academics and extra curriculars are full of extra nice people. Also, it is very connected to Iowa City; you can cross the street and be in downtown from class.

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  • Anthony from Wheaton, IL
  • Jun-18-2013 I am a current student here

    University of Iowa is a fun and great place to get a college degree. It is a big school with a big reputation. It gives you so many opportunities that can help make your stay here ten times better.

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  • Abby from Mokena, IL
  • Jun-18-2013 I am a current student here

    The University of Iowa is a great school for everyone. So many organizations to be involved in. Great opportunities for all students.

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  • Ashton from IA
  • Jun-17-2013 I am accepted here and planning to attend soon

    The University of Iowa has a great student atmosphere for anyone, not just the partiers (but also the partiers). There are a lot of misconceptions about coming to Iowa, but there's a lot to do in Iowa and you're at least a couple miles from the nearest cornfield. As for professors, they're better than average on average, but some professors are really there for research, not for teaching.

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  • Jun-03-2013 I am a current student here

    Iowa is a great school with excellent academics and a fantastic atmosphere. There are a lot of student organizations to get involved in, so you're never bored. The city and downtown area are full of fun things to do and delicious food.

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  • Alexis from Keyser, WV
  • Jun-02-2013 I am a current student here

    While the University of Iowa has an excellent medical program, the overall atmosphere is centered around drinking and partying. Academically, the professors are wonderful, but it is easy to get lost in such a big university with classes of over 500 students. My experience thus far has been both rewarding and difficult.

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  • Hillary from Pella, IA
  • May-29-2013 I am a current student here

    The University of Iowa isn't like most state schools. Iowa has a much smaller feel to it, creating more of a sense of belonging. The city of Iowa City contributes to that feeling through the many different opportunities that it provides.

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