University of Northern Iowa (UNI) is a four-year, public school located in Cedar Falls, IA. It is classified as Master's College and University with larger programs by Carnegie Classification, also known as M1 Master's College. You can compare their tuition and admission statistics at M1 Master's College comparison page.

The UNI's 2024 tuition & fees is $9,728 for Iowa residents and $21,272 for out-of-state students for the academic year 2023-2024. 74% of the enrolled undergraduates have received grants or scholarships, with an average aid amount of $7,433.

For the academic year 2022-2023, the school has a total enrollment of 8,945 and the students to faculty ratio is 17 to 1 (5.88%).

UNI's acceptance rate is 94.40% and the yield (enrollment rate) is 33.46%. The median SAT scores is 1130 and the ACT socre is 22.

UNI ranked 14th in Iowa Colleges rankings. University of Northern Iowa is accredited by Higher Learning Commission.

2024 Tuition & Fees and 2025 Estimation

For undergraduate programs, the 2024 tuition & fees of University of Northern Iowa is $9,728 for in-state students and $21,272 for out-of-state students. For graduate programs, its 2024 tuition & fees is $11,362 for in-state students and $22,834 for out-of-state students.

The estimated 2025 tuition & fees for prospective students is $10,056 for Iowa residents and $22,003 for out-of-state students based on the current year tuition changes from last year. The estimated 2025 graduate school tuition & fees is $11,746 for Iowa residents and $23,620 for out-of-state students.

In-StateOut-of-State
Undergraduate$9,728$21,272
Graduate$11,362$22,834
In-StateOut-of-State
Undergraduate$10,056$22,003
Graduate$11,746$23,620

The estimation for 2024-2025 tuition costs is based on the cost change rates of last year.


Admission Key Statistics

Acceptance Rate »94.40% Acceptance Rate / 33.46% Yield
Test Scores »1,130 SAT / 22 ACT
Graduation Rate »63%
Transfer-out Rate25%
Retention Rate83%(full-time), 38% (part-time)
Student to Faculty Ratio5.88% (17 to 1)
Student Population »8,945 (7,735 undergraduate)
Average Financial Aid »$7,433

Data source: IPEDS (Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System), College Scorecard

Learning Opportunities and Campus Services

University of Northern Iowa offers online classes (distance learning opportunities) for both undergraduate and graduate programs. It has ROTC programs and offers teacher certification programs designed to prepare students to meet the requirements for certification as teachers.

Special Learning Opportunities at UNI
Learning Opportunities
ROTCArmy
Weekend/Evening CollegeNo
Teacher CertificationYes
Study AbroadYes
On-Campus Services
Academic/career counseling serviceYes
Employment services for studentsYes
Placement services for completersYes
On-campus day care for students' childrenYes

University of Northern Iowa Directory Information

Address1227 W 27th St, Cedar Falls, IA 50614-0005
Phone319-273-2311
WEBSchool's Website
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Veterans TuitionVeterans Benefit Information
AthleticAthletic Team Information
Disability ServiceDisability Services
School Typefour-year, public
Carnegie CategoryMaster's College and University (larger programs)
Highest Degree OfferedDoctor's degree

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