University of Northern Iowa
Cedar Falls, IA
Cedar Falls, IA
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Perfect size and location
The University of Northern Iowa, nestled in Iowa's dynamic Cedar Valley, is a regional comprehensive Division I institution that combines affordable, world-class education with a focus on helping students identify and cultivate their unique strengths.
Our focus is you
Building on its legacy of excellence in teacher education, UNI offers exceptional programs in business, technology, performing arts, and health sciences, with over 160 areas of study across nearly every discipline. The university provides immersive learning experiences to prepare students for a rapidly changing world. Our faculty, experts in their fields, design curricula that equip students with the skills and perspectives needed to thrive beyond UNI.
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Ranked #2 among the "Best Regional Public Universities in the Midwest" | U.S. News & World Report, 2025 |
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Ranked #3 among the "Best Colleges for Veterans" | U.S. News & World Report, 2025 |
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Named one of the best colleges in the Midwest | The Princeton Review, 2025 |
• 9,283 total students
• 160+ majors and minors
• 17 Division I Collegiate Teams
• 27 students on average for undergraduate classes
• 16:1 student-faculty ratio
• $23.8 million awarded in scholarships each year
• 250+ student organizations
• 98% of 2023 graduates employed or advancing their studies within six months of graduation
• 90% of students with direct experience in their field by graduation