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Create Your
Distinction

Whether you have a solid career plan, you’re still trying to decide what you want out of life or you’re somewhere in between, at the University of Northern Iowa, it doesn’t matter. With over 160 majors, minors and programs, we’ll help you go further than you ever imagined.

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Shatter The
Barriers

Small town or big city. First in your family to go to college or third-generation Panther. The University of Northern Iowa will give you the boost you need to find your passion so you can build your purpose.

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Discover
What Matters

Learning is limitless. The best educational experiences come from real-world situations. Whether it’s through research, internships or on-the-job field experiences, you’ll realize your true potential at the University of Northern Iowa.

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WHY UNIVERSITY OF NORTHERN IOWA?

You’ll go further than you ever imagined.

You have dreams, goals and expectations. So do we. Our purpose is to help you surpass what you thought was possible, to outstretch your expectations. The University of Northern Iowa is a bright and welcoming community of faculty, students and staff who are dedicated to your success.

Best In The
Midwest

The University of Northern Iowa is ranked second in the “Top Public Schools Regional University (Midwest)” category, according to U.S. News & World Report.

Affordable
Education

Knowledge is about making a better future. Your education should not revolve around piles of debt. At UNI, we’re committed to making college attainable for everyone.

AACSB
Accredited

Earn your business degree from an AACSB accredited university, an achievement earned by less than five percent of the world’s business schools.

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You have a passion and a bold vision for your future. We have the tools to bring that dream to life. Together, we'll do amazing things.

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LIFE ON CAMPUS

Find Your People

Here at UNI, we celebrate the individuals. Each one of our Panthers has their own unique set of hobbies, passions and skills. The good news is that with over 260 student clubs and organizations, you’ll have no problem finding a club that sparks your interest – and building lifelong friendships along the way.

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ACADEMICS

Achieve With Honors

You’ve pushed yourself above and beyond – now let’s keep the momentum going. The University of Northern Iowa's Honors Program rewards your hard work with individualized attention, scholarships and leadership opportunities designed to give your career the edge it deserves.

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PRACTICAL EXPERIENCE

Apply Your Learning

Chasing adventure, exploring new ideas and making big discoveries. Undergraduate research is a cornerstone of the UNI experience. You’ll get your hands dirty, put theory into practice and grow your knowledge – all while building lasting connections with your professors and classmates.

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FORWARD TOGETHER

UNI’s COVID-19 response

We are committed to moving forward together by showing gratitude and guidance for those who are working to make our in-person classroom experience possible.

Current COVID-19 Information

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Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

We Are One

You are welcome at the University of Northern Iowa. Your background, beliefs, hopes, dreams, fears and struggles make us stronger. Diversity delivers variety, allows us to challenge assumptions and grow as a community. And the community is here to support you, challenge you and accept you while giving you the boost to do more.

See How Diversity Matters to Us

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Panther Athletics

Panther Pride

The University of Northern Iowa is home to 17 NCAA Division 1 sports teams that are dedicated to the highest level of competition and academic performance. Whether you’re a student-athlete or sports fanatic, you’ll feel the panther pride throughout the Valley.

Catch the Next Panthers Game

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The Arts

Passion for Performance

From our award-winning School of Music to some of the state’s most robust and vibrant theatrical performances, UNI has a culture of displaying passions on stage and canvas, all here in Cedar Falls.