PRIVATE NON-PROFIT · GRADUATE

Upper Iowa University

Also known as: UIU

📍 Fayette, Iowa🏛️ Rural Setting👥 1,994 Undergrads🔗 www.uiu.edu

Overview

Upper Iowa University is an small private non-profit research university in Fayette, Iowa. It enrolls about 1,994 undergraduate students with an acceptance rate of 96%. Graduates earn a median of $52,766 ten years after entry.

Quick Stats

Acceptance Rate

96%

Less Selective

SAT Avg

1,090

Net Price

$20,942

After avg. aid

Grad Rate (6yr)

34%

Retention

68%

First-year, FT

Median Earnings

$52,766

10 yrs after entry

Admissions

Less Selective

Acceptance Rate

96.5%

SAT Average

1,090

ACT Composite

17–23

Test Policy

Considered but not required

SAT Score Range (Middle 50%)

EBRW (Reading & Writing)

200Not reported800

Math

200Not reported800

ACT Score Range (Middle 50%)

Composite

117 – 23 (mid 50%)36

Cost & Financial Aid

In-State Tuition

$19,475

Annual + fees

Out-of-State

$19,475

Annual + fees

Cost of Attendance

$34,022

Total annual

Avg. Net Price

$20,942

After aid

Net Price by Family Income

Family Income	Avg. Net Price
$0 – $30,000	$17,715
$30,001 – $48,000	$22,774
$48,001 – $75,000	$18,720
$75,001 – $110,000	$20,041
$110,001 +	$23,805

Financial Aid Snapshot

% with federal loans

40.5%

Academics & Programs

Upper Iowa University offers programs across 22 fields. Top by degrees awarded:

Business, Management & Marketing

35.4%

Psychology

11.5%

Education

10.7%

Health Professions

9.4%

Public Administration & Social Services

8.3%

Social Sciences

8.3%

Liberal Arts & General Studies

6.1%

Visual & Performing Arts

2.2%

Outcomes

6-Year Grad Rate

34%

On-Time (4yr)

25%

Retention (FT)

68%

% Earning >$25K

74%

10 yrs after entry

Median Earnings After Entry

6 years

$48,776

8 years

$51,160

10 years

$52,766

Graduation Rate by Race

Asian

100.0%

White

41.7%

Diversity

Race & Ethnicity

White

59.2%

Black or African American

18.1%

Asian

1.5%

Hispanic / Latino

9.3%

Two or more races

3.9%

International

3.9%

Gender

Women

58.9%

Men

41.1%

Background

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Upper Iowa University hard to get into?

Less Selective — the acceptance rate is 96%. Admitted students average an SAT of 1090.

How much does Upper Iowa University cost?

In-state tuition is $19,475, and out-of-state is $19,475. Average net price after financial aid is $20,942.

What is Upper Iowa University known for?

Most popular programs include Business, Management & Marketing, Psychology, Education.

What's the graduation rate at Upper Iowa University?

The 6-year graduation rate is 34%, and 68% of first-year, full-time students return for their second year.

Data source: U.S. Department of Education.