University of Northern Iowa
Public four-year university in Cedar Falls, IA that costs an average of $16,038 a year after financial aid, admits 93% of applicants and graduates 69% of full-time students.
PublicSmall city7,529 undergraduates
Cost of University of Northern Iowa
| Total cost of attendance (per year) | $22,977 |
|---|---|
| Tuition and fees, in-state | $10,201 |
| Tuition and fees, out-of-state | $22,359 |
| Housing and food (on campus) | $10,378 |
| Books and supplies | $800 |
| Average net price after aid | $16,038 |
Net price by family income
| Family income | Average net price / year |
|---|---|
| $0–30,000 | $11,415 |
| $30,001–48,000 | $11,060 |
| $48,001–75,000 | $13,066 |
| $75,001–110,000 | $16,728 |
| $110,001+ | $19,187 |
Net price is what students actually pay after grants and scholarships (in-state students). Get your own estimate with University of Northern Iowa's net price calculator ↗.
Admissions
| Acceptance rate | 93% |
|---|---|
| Average SAT | 1,122 |
| SAT reading (25th–75th percentile) | 520–650 |
| SAT math (25th–75th percentile) | 500–630 |
| ACT composite (25th–75th percentile) | 19–26 |
| Test scores | Considered but not required |
Graduation, earnings and debt
| Graduation rate | 69% |
|---|---|
| First-year retention | 82% |
| Median earnings 6 years after enrolling | $49,408 |
| Median earnings 10 years after enrolling | $57,187 |
| Rank in Iowa (earnings) | 25th of 31 similar colleges |
| Median debt of graduates | $18,039 |
| Typical monthly loan payment | $205 (10-year plan) |
| Students with Pell grants | 28% |
| Students with federal loans | 41% |
Majors and programs at University of Northern Iowa
Earnings one year after graduation and median debt, by program. Click a program for details and comparisons.
Bachelor's degree programs (69)
Master's degree programs (39)
| Program | Graduates (2 yrs) | Earnings after 1 yr | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Educational Administration and Supervision | 47 | $65,733 | — |
| Communication Disorders Sciences and Services | 93 | $59,889 | $32,000 |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods | 32 | $58,933 | — |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas | 22 | $58,792 | — |
| Mathematics | 24 | $57,573 | — |
| Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness | 18 | $54,313 | — |
| Social Work | 77 | $54,081 | $26,820 |
| Mental and Social Health Services and Allied Professions | 21 | $50,503 | — |
| Student Counseling and Personnel Services | 43 | $48,051 | $34,206 |
| Accounting and Related Services | — | — | — |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | 17 | — | — |
| Applied Mathematics | — | — | — |
| Biological and Physical Sciences | 8 | — | — |
| Biology | 6 | — | — |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations | 40 | — | — |
| Clinical, Counseling and Applied Psychology | 40 | — | — |
| Communication and Media Studies | 18 | — | — |
| Educational/Instructional Media Design | 13 | — | — |
| English Language and Literature | 7 | — | — |
| Ethnic, Cultural Minority, Gender, and Group Studies | 6 | — | — |
| Fine and Studio Arts | — | — | — |
| Geography and Cartography | 9 | — | — |
| History | 5 | — | — |
| Industrial Production Technologies/Technicians | 7 | — | — |
| Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities | — | — | — |
| Library Science and Administration | 34 | — | — |
| Management Sciences and Quantitative Methods | 33 | — | — |
| Music | 22 | — | — |
| Natural Resources Conservation and Research | — | — | — |
| Parks, Recreation, and Leisure Studies | 8 | — | — |
| Psychology | — | — | — |
| Public Health | 3 | — | — |
| Public Policy Analysis | 11 | — | — |
| Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication | 1 | — | — |
| Research and Experimental Psychology | 9 | — | — |
| Romance Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics | 1 | — | — |
| Social and Philosophical Foundations of Education | — | — | — |
| Special Education and Teaching | 1 | — | — |
| Teaching English or French as a Second or Foreign Language | 17 | — | — |
Doctoral degree programs (6)
| Program | Graduates (2 yrs) | Earnings after 1 yr | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Curriculum and Instruction | 3 | — | — |
| Educational Administration and Supervision | 11 | — | — |
| Industrial Production Technologies/Technicians | 1 | — | — |
| Parks, Recreation, and Leisure Studies | 2 | — | — |
| Special Education and Teaching | — | — | — |
| Student Counseling and Personnel Services | 7 | — | — |
Similar colleges in Iowa
| College | City | Net price / yr | Acceptance | Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| University of Iowa | Iowa City | $22,508 | 84% | $70,727 |
| Drake University | Des Moines | $29,415 | 64% | $78,855 |
| Iowa State University | Ames | $18,517 | 89% | $67,568 |
| Upper Iowa University | Fayette | $21,119 | 96% | $57,736 |
| Saint Ambrose University | Davenport | $23,689 | 77% | $66,659 |
| Waldorf University | Forest City | $24,003 | 77% | $58,667 |
| Grinnell College | Grinnell | $15,203 | 15% | $72,106 |
| Dordt University | Sioux Center | $25,944 | 68% | $57,576 |
About University of Northern Iowa
| Type | Public four-year university |
|---|---|
| Location | Cedar Falls, IA |
| Setting | Small city |
| Undergraduates | 7,529 |
| Student-to-faculty ratio | 18 to 1 |
| Accreditor | Higher Learning Commission |
| Website | uni.edu ↗ |
Frequently asked questions
What is University of Northern Iowa's acceptance rate?
University of Northern Iowa admits 93% of applicants. Admitted students average 1,122 on the SAT.
How much does University of Northern Iowa cost per year?
The full cost of attendance is $22,977 a year (tuition and fees: $10,201 in-state, $22,359 out-of-state). After grants and scholarships the average student pays $16,038 a year, and students from families earning under $30,000 pay about $11,415.
How much do University of Northern Iowa graduates earn?
Former students earn a median of $57,187 a year, 10 years after first enrolling — 25th of 31 similar colleges in Iowa. The best-paid bachelor's program is industrial production technologies/technicians ($80,016 a year after graduation).
What is University of Northern Iowa's graduation rate?
69% of full-time students graduate within six years, and 82% of first-year students return for a second year.