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University of Northern Iowa
Founded as a teacher training institution in a former orphanage, the University of Northern Iowa has grown to become one of Iowa’s public universities. UNI hosts colleges of Education, Business Administration, Social Sciences, and Humanities granting bachelor’s degrees in over 90 academic majors. For students looking to explore the performing arts, UNI hosts productions and touring companies at the Gallagher-Bluedorn Performing Arts Center as well as two smaller campus theaters. UNI also fields 15 men's and women’s athletic teams known as the Panthers.
Admissions
Key Admissions Stats
Institution Type
Public
- Not for Profit
- Coed
Need Blind
This school does not consider an applicant’s financial situation when deciding admission
Admissions Requirements
SAT
Yes
ACT
Yes
Transcript
Yes
Important Deadlines
| Application Type | Application Deadline | Reply Deadline |
|---|---|---|
| Fall Regular Decision | August 15, 2019 |
Admitted Student Stats
97%
Submitting ACT
1%
Submitting SAT
Average ACT Composite: 22
Average SAT Composite: 1050
Academics
Key Academic Stats
Highest Degree Offered
Doctorate
Total Number of Students
11,907
Total Number of Undergrads
10,005
Classroom Sizes
0
100
38%
Graduate in 4 Years
US National: 28%
0
100
64%
Graduate in 6 Years
US National: 52%
Student:Faculty Ratio
18:1
US National: 21:1
Tuition, Cost & Aid
Key Financial Stats
Tuition
| In-State Tuition In-state tuition is the tuition charged by institutions to those students who meet the state's or institution's residency requirements. In-district tuition is the tuition charged by the institution to those students residing in the locality in which they attend school and may be a lower rate than in-state tuition if offered by the institution. | $7,098
|
| Out-of-State Tuition Out-of-state tuition is the tuition charged by institutions to those students who do not meet the state’s or institution’s residency requirements. Out-of-district tuition is the tuition charged by the institution to those students not residing in the locality in which they attend school. | $17,640
|
Additional Costs
Room and Board
The weighted average for room and board and other expenses is generated as follows:
|
$8,629
|
| Books and Supplies | $900
|
Aid & Grants
Students Receiving Gift Aid
Percent of undergraduate students awarded federal gift aid. Federal gift aid includes any grant or scholarship aid awarded, from the federal government, a state or local government, the institution, and other sources known by the institution.
Students Receiving Grants
Percent of undergraduate students awarded grant aid. Grant aid includes any grant or scholarship aid awarded, from the federal government, a state or local government, the institution, and other sources known by the institution.
67%
Average Aid Per Year
$3,925
67%
Average Federal Grant Aid Per Year
$4,324
Average Institution Grant Aid Per Year
$4,971
Student Loans
Students Borrowing Loans
Loans to students - Any monies that must be repaid to the lending institution for which the student is the designated borrower. Includes all Title IV subsidized and unsubsidized loans and all institutionally- and privately-sponsored loans. Does not include PLUS and other loans made directly to parents.
58%
Average Loan Amount Per Year
$5,819
Average Debt at Graduation
The median federal debt of undergraduate borrowers who graduated. This figure includes only federal loans; it excludes private student loans and Parent PLUS loans.
$20,625
Median Monthly Loan Payment
The median monthly loan payment for student borrowers who completed, if it were repaid over 10 years at a 5.05% interest rate.
$213
Campus Life
Key Campus Stats
Student Gender
Student Organizations
268
Size of Town
Small city
LGBTQIA Student Resource Groups
Yes
On Campus Women's Center
Yes
Housing
0
100
37%
Undergrads Living on Campus
On-campus living required of freshman
No
Athletics
Divisional Sports Nickname
Panthers
School Colors
Purple/Gold
Varsity Athletics Association
NCAA
Varsity Athletics Conference Primary
Missouri Valley Conference
Campus Safety
24-HR security patrol
Yes
Campus emergency phones
Yes
After Graduation
Post Grad Stats
Top 5 Cities
Waterloo
Des Moines
Cedar Rapids
Minneapolis
Davenport
Employed
6 mos. after graduation
77%
Average Salary
6 years after graduation
$42,800
What Students Are Saying
4.12
Average Rating
Small enough to have a community feel, large enough to have plenty of opportunities. Numerous organizations and clubs to get involved in. Great academics.
Kirsten from Marion, IA
Your college experience will be based on what you put into it. I have learned allot and meet some wonderful people in my department and on campus. The professors and staff are very nice and willing to help you if you ask.
Kristin from Cedar Rapids, IA
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