About Upper Iowa University

Founded in 1857, Upper Iowa University. is a Private college. Located in Iowa, which is a city setting in Iowa, the campus itself is Rural. The campus is home to 3,991 full time undergraduate students, and 767 full time graduate students.

The Upper Iowa University Academic calendar runs on a Semester basis. In the school year the student to faculty ratio was 16:1. There are 76 full time instructional teachers. Degrees awarded at Upper Iowa University include: Bachelor's Degree, Masters Degree, Post-master's certificate, Doctor's degree.

Quick Facts

Acceptance Rate55%
Application Deadline
Application Fee0
SAT Range860-880
ACT Range17-24

Admissions at UIU are considered Selective, with ,5% of all applicants being admitted.

In the school year, of the students who applied to the school, only 11 of those who were admitted eventually ended up enrolling.

65% of incoming freshmen are in the top half of their high school class. 28% were in the top quarter, and 9% were in the top tenth. You can apply online.

STUDENT LIFE

We asked, and students answered these important questions about student life at Upper Iowa University.

17%
“We”re apathetic”
25%
“We know about current events and vote”
58%
“We participate and encourage others to get involved”
0%
“There”s nothing we won”t protest”
17%
“We save it for the classroom”
0%
“Sometimes, but not often”
42%
“There”s usually intelligent conversation to be found”
42%
“All the time, including weekends”
8%
“I”m always terrified”
0%
“I only go out in groups”
17%
“I usually let someone know where I”m going”
75%
“I feel extremely safe”
9%
“We don”t play sports”
0%
“We play recreationally”
18%
“We bought the gear”
73%
“We live for the big game”
17%
“It”s not really our thing”
17%
“Occasinally we gallery crawl”
58%
“There are a variety of opportunities”
8%
“We”re a very artistic group”
17%
“Haven”t met them”
0%
“Available in class”
0%
“They keep regular office hours”
83%
“They”re always available”
17%
“No greek life, but other groups to join”
25%
“There is some involvement, but not a lot”
50%
“Plenty of people join a sorority or fraternity”
8%
“It”s everything. If you”re not greek, you”re a geek”
8%
“We”re not into drinking at all”
50%
“Maybe a little, but it”s not a big thing”
33%
“We only party on weekends”
8%
“There”s some drinking happening every night”
17%
“Never, we”re here to learn”
67%
“There might be people who do”
8%
“People are known to partake on weekends”
8%
“There”s a huge drug scene”
17%
“We”re apathetic”
25%
“We know about current events and vote”
58%
“We participate and encourage others to get involved”
0%
“There”s nothing we won”t protest”
17%
“We save it for the classroom”
0%
“Sometimes, but not often”
42%
“There”s usually intelligent conversation to be found”
42%
“All the time, including weekends”
8%
“I”m always terrified”
0%
“I only go out in groups”
17%
“I usually let someone know where I”m going”
75%
“I feel extremely safe”
9%
“We don”t play sports”
0%
“We play recreationally”
18%
“We bought the gear”
73%
“We live for the big game”
17%
“It”s not really our thing”
17%
“Occasinally we gallery crawl”
58%
“There are a variety of opportunities”
8%
“We”re a very artistic group”
17%
“Haven”t met them”
0%
“Available in class”
0%
“They keep regular office hours”
83%
“They”re always available”
17%
“No greek life, but other groups to join”
25%
“There is some involvement, but not a lot”
50%
“Plenty of people join a sorority or fraternity”
8%
“It”s everything. If you”re not greek, you”re a geek”
8%
“We”re not into drinking at all”
50%
“Maybe a little, but it”s not a big thing”
33%
“We only party on weekends”
8%
“There”s some drinking happening every night”
17%
“Never, we”re here to learn”
67%
“There might be people who do”
8%
“People are known to partake on weekends”
8%
“There”s a huge drug scene”

Upper Iowa University REVIEWS

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  • How would you rate on-campus housing?

    16 Students rated on-campus housing 4.8 stars. 25 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate off-campus housing?

    12 Students rated off-campus housing 4.6 stars. 0 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate campus food?

    16 Students rated campus food 4.3 stars. 13 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate campus facilities?

    21 Students rated campus facilities 4.7 stars. 38 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate class size?

    21 Students rated class size 5.2 stars. 67 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate school activities?

    21 Students rated school activities 4.5 stars. 24 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate local services?

    21 Students rated local services 4.3 stars. 24 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate academics?

    21 Students rated academics 4.9 stars. 43 % gave the school a 5.0.

What's your overall opinion of Upper Iowa University?

17 Students rated Upper Iowa University

Jessica - 01/25/2024

I genuinely like Upper Iowa, but if I had been allowed to choose to go to another school knowing what this school was like, I wouldn't have chosen to go here. I came here to play womens soccer and the overall experience is a 6/10. I am very far from home so that is a very big toll. The cafeteria food isnt bad.. its just the same things every week. They switch it up here and there. The classes are pretty easy (freshman classes). The teachers are very helpful.

Madelaine

This school is perfect for anyone who likes the small schools and a close community. The school has a lot more to offer then some realize.

Morgan

Upper Iowa is a great place to learn and grow! Even though the town and school are really small, the school does a great job bringing other things in and offering cheap or free extra things to go to. The people are all nice, and welcoming. The price, however, is a bit expensive.

Erik

To someone who has never seen Upper Iowa and was suddenly thrown on campus it would appear that students are always bored in small town Iowa. This is far from the truth, there is always a sporting event to attend or you can go down to the local pizza shop with friends. Students interact with each other daily and this causes the student body to become like a family. Visitors get this family feeling as soon as they step on campus. I did and that's why I chose to attended Upper Iowa University.

Upper Iowa University FAQS

  1. What is the Acceptance Rate at Upper Iowa University?

    The fall 2020 acceptance rate for Upper Iowa University is 55%. That means, out of _____ applications received in 2020 , _____ students were offered admission. The number of males who applied was _____ vs the number of females which was _____.

  2. What should every freshman at your school know before they start?

    If I could go back and tell my "high school self," what the transition what like I would tell her not to scared, there are a lot of people on staff that are their to guide you through and on to the right track, you do not have to feel like you are alone just because you're not close to your family. I would say to get involved, there are a lot of great and fun programs to help you meet people and keep you from getting homesick as well as to help with homework if need be. I would also tell myself to go to Upper Iowa University.

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  3. Describe how your school looks to someone who's never seen it.

    I think my school is helpful, well rounded, and dedicated to the students who attend and the prospective students who want to attend.

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  4. What kind of person should attend this school?

    Somone who likes to focus more on what they are doing. The two-class-a-term program allows for a lot of focus on the specific subject. Also, someone who likes the small town setting will thrive at this school. Classes are small, allowing the student to form bonds with classmates and professors. It is hard to walk around campus and not see someone that you know or recognize.

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  5. What kind of person should not attend this school?

    Anyone who has to have a McDonalds or Wal-Mart nearby should not attempt to come here. Anyone who loves the city should not attend this school. The nearest Wal-Mart is forty minutes away, and there are only a little over 900 students on campus. Our school makes up the majority of the population here in Fayette, Iowa. It may also be hard for someone to come here who isn't okay with different cultures and backgrounds as we have a large group of students from foreign countries such as Nepal.

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  6. Here's your chance: Say anything about your college!

    I really appreciate the student to teachers ratio, it's very convenient.

    Read all  4 answers
  7. What's unique about your campus?

    I think the best things about our school are the Education Program and Art building. Education is the one field on this campus that I believe truly pushes students to go beyond and to try to be the best they can be. The teachers there have really helped to push me to be a better student and be a well organized individual. The Art building is one of the best I've seen compared to others I've visited. The building is new with all new equipment inside and a great senior studio. I wouldn't have last without them.

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  8. What's the one thing you wish someone had told you about freshman year?

    Well, first of all, I wish I knew the cost of a good education. The tuition for just one class is $975.00! That does not even include text books. In addition, I truly wish that I had made more of an effort to seek scholarships. I have taken out student loans in order to pay for classes, for the most part, because I am married with three children and I have to work. I cannot afford to pay for classes out of pocket. My wife is also working on her Masters degree, so we are streched very thin financially.

    Read all  4 answers
  9. What do you brag about most when you tell your friends about your school?

    How much alcohol you drink

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  10. What do you consider the worst thing about your school? Why?

    The worst thing about this school would be the distance from larger cities and from shopping centers. We have a large variety of things offered either through the school or in town, but some objects you are only able to find in larger areas. In most cases to get to these areas, it is at least a half an hour drive, more in other cases.

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  11. Describe the students at your school.

    All of my classmates are very helpful. Because of the small class size, we get to know each other very well. Also, the university is under 1,000 people, so you get to know those people that you haven't had classes with either. Everyone is friendly and helpful, and Upper Iowa University has the most diverse campus in Iowa.

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  12. Describe your favorite campus traditions.

    My school is best known to me for its friendly and helpful attitude, both with the staff and students. I have always found it to be a really cooperative and supportive learning enviroment. The staff make themselves available to the students for extra help and even the students I go to classes with are exetremely helpful with any quesitons I may have.

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  13. What is your overall opinion of this school?

    Upper Iowa University is the best place to get a degree. Ever since the first day I set foot on campus I knew it was the right fit for me this small university is student centered with great staff who cares for each their students.

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  14. What's the most frustrating thing about your school?

    It is far away from any big area all activities are small

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  15. What are the academics like at your school?

    The academics at Upper Iowa University I believe are amazing. I get the help that I need when I need it not only by my professors, but also by other classmates. Our classes are very student interactive that way we are not only getting taught or opinions by professors, but are also learning from our peers. Everyone contributes to a discussion in their own way, and it really helps.

    Read all  1 answers
  16. What are the most popular student activities/groups?

    I don't really know any student activities, because I am not in the main campus.

    Read all  1 answers
  17. What is the stereotype of students at your school? Is this stereotype accurate?

    I have yet to hear any stereotype of anyone at UIU. We are all different in our own way. And we are also located in the middle of nowhere in Iowa and many people have yet to even here of Upper Iowa University.

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Student Body

Students

61%

female

39%

male

3,991

Total Undergrad Enrollment

767

Total Grad Students

59%

Out-Of-State

38%

In-State

3%

International

Organizations

20

Student Organizations

4

Fraternities

5

Sororities

Housing

Yes

On-Campus Housing

11%

of students living on campus

Student Diversity

% American Indian/Alaskan Native
N/A
% Asian/Pacific Islander
1%
% Black or African-American
20%
% Hispanic/Latino
6%
% White or Caucasian
66%

TUITION & AID

All students must apply yearly for financial aid. This process starts with the FAFSA. Though financial aid deadlines vary by school, it is a good idea to apply as soon as possible. For the upcoming school year, you can apply as early as October 1 for the FAFSA. Additional school aid will be dependent on the FAFSA results.

100% of students attending Upper Iowa University receive some sort of financial aid. 53% were awarded federal grants. While 56% received federal loans. Many students do also need to apply for additional private student loans.

Cost Out of State

$28,890

Tuition and fees(Out of state)

$1,560

Books and Supplies

$8,120

Room and Board

38,570

Total On Campus

Actual Cost By Income Level(W/Financial Aid)

Family Income
Cost
$0 - $30K
$23,617
$30 - $48K
$21,267
$48 - $75K
$19,951
$75 - $110K
$25,789
$110K & UP
$24,479

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