University of Northern Iowa Overview
The University of Northern Iowa, located in Cedar Falls, Iowa, prepares students for success through personalized learning, hands-on experiences and an education that delivers exceptional value. Serving more than 9,000 students and offering more than 160 areas of study, UNI combines nationally recognized academic programs with the support and real-world opportunities that help students graduate confident, career-ready and prepared to make an impact. With 17 competitive Division I sports teams, more than 200 student organizations and one state-of-the-art performing arts center, there’s always something to do on campus! Scenic trails, a bustling downtown and a destination water park off campus all make the Cedar Valley a fantastic place to call home.
Acceptance Rate:
94%
Average Net Price:
$16,166
Campus Setting:
Small city
Average GPA
3.5
Average ACT Composite
22
Average SAT Composite
1149
University of Northern Iowa Tuition and Cost
Affordability & Cost
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. | $9,054 |
| 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. | $21,578 |
Additional Costs
Room and Board The weighted average for room and board and other expenses is generated as follows:
| $10,646 |
| Books and Supplies | $800 |
Average Net Price By Family Income
Financial Aid: visit page
Financial Aid Email: [email protected]
Aid & Grants
0
100
67%
Need Met
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.
24%
Average Aid Per Year
$5,325
24%
Average Federal Grant Aid Per Year
$4,632
Average Institution Grant Aid Per Year
$3,843
Students receiving state aid Students receiving federal aid
3%
Average State Grant Aid Per Year
$5382
21%
Average Federal Grant Aid Per Year
$4,632
Total Needs Based Scholarships/Grants Total amount of grant or scholarship aid awarded to all undergraduates from the federal government, state/local government, the institution, and other sources known to the institution.
$33,255,140
Total Non-Need-Based Scholarships/Grants
$7,367,852
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.
45%
Average Loan Amount Per Year
$6,694
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.
$15,750
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.
$191
Students receiving federal loans
44%
Average Federal Loans Per Year
$5,263
Average Other Loans Per Year
$8,871
University of Northern Iowa Admissions Requirements
Key Admissions Stats
Institution Type
Public
- Not for Profit
- Coed
Need Aware
This school may consider an applicant’s financial situation when deciding admission
Level of Institution
4 Year
Campus Setting
Small city
4913
Students Applied
74%
Transfer Acceptance Rate
778
Transfer Students Admitted
Admissions Requirements
SAT
No
ACT
No
Transcript
Yes
Test Optional
Yes
SAT Subject Tests
Yes
AP Course Credit
Yes
Dual Enrollment
Yes
Important Deadlines
| Application Type | Application Deadline | Reply Deadline |
|---|---|---|
| Fall Regular Decision | August 15 |
Rolling Admissions
The college has rolling admissions, which means applications are accepted any time throughout the year.
Application Fee
$40
Fee waivers availableApplications Accepted
Admitted Student Stats
46%
Submitting ACT
1%
Submitting SAT
Average ACT Composite: 22
Average SAT Composite: 1149
SAT Percentiles
Math
Reading
3.5
Average GPA
Students Enrolled By Class Rank
Students Enrolled By Household Income
Admissions Resources
For International Student Services: visit page
For Students with Disabilities: visit page
For Veteran Services: visit page
University of Northern Iowa Academics
Key Academic Stats
Highest Degree Offered
Doctorate
Total Number of Students
9,013
Total Number of Undergrads
7,734
0
100
44%
Graduate in 4 Years US National: 28%
0
100
69%
Graduate in 6 Years US National: 52%
Student:Faculty Ratio
17:1
US National: 21:1Non Traditional Learning
- Online Classes
- Online Undergrad Degrees
- Summer Sessions
- Combined Institution Double Degree Programs
- Some Programs Requires Co-Op/Internship
Learning Options
- ROTC Army
- Study Abroad
- Honors Program
- Teacher Certification Offered
Classroom Sizes
Degrees and Majors
MAJORS
124
Faculty Overview
0
100
67%
Faculty With Terminal Degree US National: 36%
Gender
Ethnicity
University of Northern Iowa Campus Life
Key Campus Stats
Student Gender
Residency
Size of Town
Small city
US States Represented
38
Countries Represented
33
Ethnicity
Percent of First Generation Students
22%
Student Organizations
237
LGBTQIA Student Resource Groups
Yes
On Campus Women's Center
No
Cultural Student Resource Groups
Yes
Housing
0
100
37%
Undergrads Living on Campus
On-campus living required of freshman
No
Disability Housing Available
No
0
100
40%
Freshman Living on Campus
Athletics
Divisional Sports Nickname
Panthers
School Colors
purple and gold
Varsity Athletics Association
NCAA
Varsity Athletics Conference Primary
Missouri Valley Conference
Total Male Athletes
219
Total Female Athletes
200
Intramural Sports
13
Sports Club
12
Sports Team (Men)
- Basketball
- Cross Country
- Football
- Golf
- Track and Field
- Wrestling
Sports Team (Women)
- Basketball
- Cross Country
- Golf
- Soccer
- Softball
- Swimming
- Tennis
- Track and Field
- Volleyball
University of Northern Iowa Athletics: visit page
Campus Safety
24-HR security patrol
Yes
Campus emergency phones
Yes
24-HR escort safety rides
Yes
Mobile campus emergency alert
Yes
University of Northern Iowa After Graduation
Post Grad Stats
Average Salary
6 years after graduation
$49,700
Top 5 Cities
Waterloo
Des Moines
Cedar Rapids
Minneapolis
Davenport
Top 5 Employers
University of Northern Iowa
John Deere
Wells Fargo
Principal Financial Group
Rockwell Collins
Top 5 Sectors
Education
Business Development
Sales
Operations
Community and Social Services
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.
$15,750
Loan Default Rate
5%
National: 8%
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.
$191
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