About UNI
Providing student-centered education. Enriching the state of Iowa and beyond. Leading the way in innovation. Preparing for tomorrow’s challenges today. These are some things that have never wavered since the University of Northern Iowa’s inception in 1876.
Founded as the Iowa State Normal School, UNI’s commitment to teacher education has remained steadfast. With time, UNI’s esteemed reputation has expanded to encompass top-tier programs in business, STEM, health and the arts.
No matter what program you’re passionate about, you can expect personalized attention from faculty members and hands-on experiences. Your UNI experience will be elevated by a bustling campus life and close-knit community. By the time you graduate, you will have grown in more ways than you can count, preparing you to be a successful professional and an engaged citizen.
9,000+
Students
UNI students come from all over Iowa, across the country and around the world. They commonly describe the student population as the perfect not-too-big, not-too-small size. You’re a name here. Not a number.
Best in The
Midwest
Year after year, the University of Northern Iowa proves it’s one of the best in the Midwest — earning the No. 2 spot among top public regional universities, according to U.S. News & World Report.
Low Debt
or No Debt
The average debt of UNI students, which is already lower than state and national peers, continues to decline. And one third of all UNI students graduate without any debt at all!
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The Full UNI Experience
Your college years are a time that is rich with opportunity. Make sure you take full advantage of all the awesome things UNI has to offer!
With 160+ majors and minors to choose from, UNI helps you find what brings you joy and turn it into a career.
Your UNI experience will be even better when you join one of our 200+ student clubs or organizations!
Whether you’re on the field or in the stands, Panther Pride is everywhere in the Cedar Valley.
Get to Know UNI Even Better!
The impact of UNI, its students and alumni can be seen all around the globe, but it is especially evident in Iowa. In 2021-22, UNI added $1.6 billion to the Iowa economy, which is equivalent to supporting nearly 26,000 jobs. UNI consistently trains students for Iowa’s most in-demand occupations.
If you want to hear about real experiences from real college students, check out UNI’s episode on The College Tour! The 10 short segments touch on a variety of topics from hands-on experiences to paying for college and so much more. This will give you a glimpse into the transformative life you will lead while attending the University of Northern Iowa.
Every year, UNI produces a new fact book. If there’s something you want to know about UNI’s administrative structure or student population, chances are you’ll be able to find it in the fact book! This resource helps you see how UNI has evolved over time as well as how the institution operates today.
The impact of UNI, its students and alumni can be seen all around the globe, but it is especially evident in Iowa. In 2021-22, UNI added $1.6 billion to the Iowa economy, which is equivalent to supporting nearly 26,000 jobs. UNI consistently trains students for Iowa’s most in-demand occupations.
If you want to hear about real experiences from real college students, check out UNI’s episode on The College Tour! The 10 short segments touch on a variety of topics from hands-on experiences to paying for college and so much more. This will give you a glimpse into the transformative life you will lead while attending the University of Northern Iowa.
Every year, UNI produces a new fact book. If there’s something you want to know about UNI’s administrative structure or student population, chances are you’ll be able to find it in the fact book! This resource helps you see how UNI has evolved over time as well as how the institution operates today.