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About Upper Iowa University

 Founded in 1857, Upper Iowa University is a private, nonprofit university providing undergraduate and graduate degree programs to roughly 5,500 students-nationally and internationally-at its Fayette, Iowa, Campus, and education centers through the U.S. Upper Iowa University is a recognized innovator in offering accredited, affordable, and quality programs through flexible, multiple delivery systems, including online and self-paced degree programs. With a focus on developing leaders and lifelong learners, UIU provides dual enrollment programs for high school students as well as continuing education and professional development opportunities for learners of any age.

UIU At a Glance

Note: Unless specifically stated otherwise, data provided are for the entire University as of the official Census Day. Source of data: IPEDs, UIU’s offices –  Alumni, Student Affairs, Enrollment Management, Academic Affairs & Institutional Effectiveness, and Registrar.

President: Kathy Franken

Board of Trustees Chair: Scott Lebin

University Accreditation: Higher Learning Commission (HLC)

Number of Academic Schools: 1

Enrollment (12-month, July 1, 2023 – June 30, 2024)
Undergraduate Students: 4,026
Graduate Students: 1,533
TOTAL: 5,559

Undergraduate Enrollment 2024 (Fall Headcount)
Fayette Campus: 503
US center locations: 1,007
Online: 424
Self-Paced: 92
Special Programs: 1,028
TOTAL: 3,054

Graduate Enrollment 2024 (Fall Headcount)
Fayette Campus: 36
US center locations: 125
Online: 479
Special Programs: 247
TOTAL: 887

Student Demographics – Fall 2024
Women: 53%
Men: 42%
Not Provided: 5%
Students of color (Domestic students): 26%
Undergraduate students age 25+: 66%
Average age of full-time students (graduate & undergraduate): 31

Locations
Residential campuses: 1
US centers (excludes Fayette Campus): 11

Degree Programs
Associate degree programs offered: 4
Bachelor’s degree programs offered: 40
Master’s degree programs offered: 6

Degrees Awarded 2023-2024
Associate degree: 78
Bachelor’s degree: 607
Master’s degree: 211

Faculty
Full-time faculty: 43
Part-time faculty: 160
Student-to-faculty ratio (university wide): 25:1

Retention Rate
First-time, full-time bachelor’s degree seeking students (IPEDS Fall 2024): 68%

Graduate Rate
6-year graduation rate: 41%

Military Domestic Students: 11%

Post-Graduation (Alumni Office Database)

UIU graduates employed or continuing their education within 12 months of graduation [Source: 2023 Graduate Survey/Application]: 92.3%

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Updated Feb, 2025