UIU-Cedar Rapids: Education Built for Life
From your hometown near Cedar Rapids, earn your college degree from the renowned Upper Iowa University. UIU’s Cedar Rapids regional education center offers you the chance for a top-notch education close to home.
First-time students, adults returning to school, and transfer students will all find an Education Built for Life—your life. UIU works closely with you to tailor an education program aimed at achieving your unique career goals.
Upcoming Start Dates
Session 5: May 12, 2025
Session 6: July 7, 2025
Session 1: August 25, 2025
Take the next step to become a UIU student
Academic Programs at UIU-Cedar Rapids
The UIU-Cedar Rapids center offers classes in a variety of undergraduate and graduate degree programs. With a wide range of online and self-paced courses, you can complete your degree in less time.
Select one of the UIU-Cedar Rapids programs below to explore that area of study.
Micro-Credentials
Micro-credentials are short, flexible programs that help you elevate your resume with verified skills and competencies. Available 100% online.
- Conflict Management
- Consumer Analytics Fundamentals
- Healthcare Informatics
- Social Media
- Supply Chain Logistics
Associate Degrees
Bachelor’s Degrees
- Accounting
- Business Administration
- Communication Studies
- Criminal Justice
- Emergency and Disaster Management
- Financial Management
- Graphic Design
- Health Services Administration
- Human Resources Management
- Human Services
- Liberal Arts
- Management
- Marketing
- Psychology
- Public Administration
- Social Science
- Supply Chain Management
Master’s Degrees
- Master of Business Administration (MBA)
- Master of Education (M.Ed.)
- Master of Healthcare Administration (MHA)
- Master of Public Administration (MPA)
- Master of Science in Counseling (MSC)
*Master’s degrees are available online at this location.
Academic Support
Get the support you need for successful studies through tutoring or accommodations for a disability.
Shorter Sessions with Focused Schedule
UIU’s unique Two-at-a-Time course schedule helps you focus on your studies. As a full-time student, you only need to take two classes during each 8- or 6-week session, which helps you concentrate and excel. UIU gives you access to courses year-round, so you can complete your degree on your schedule.
View which online courses are available by session:
Full schedule:
2024-2025 Academic Year
Session 4 (03/10/2025 – 05/01/2025)
Session 5 (05/12/2025 – 07/03/2025)
Session 6 (07/07/2025 – 08/14/2025)
2025-2026 Academic Year
Session 1 (08/25/2025 – 10/16/2025)
Session 2 (10/27/2025 – 12/18/2025)
Session 3 (01/12/2026 – 03/05/2026)
Session 4 (03/16/2026 – 05/07/2026)
Session 5 (05/18/2026 – 07/09/2026)
Session 6 (07/13/2026 – 08/20/2026)
All Distance Learning Options:
Note: Schedule is subject to change
Easily Transfer Credits
Whether it’s been a single semester or several years since your last college course, UIU makes it easy to apply those credits to your degree. We accept up to 90 credits from four-year schools or 78 credits from two-year schools. Plus, your professional experience and test scores may earn you college credit.
The university also partners with several community colleges in Iowa to make the transfer process even smoother. UIU holds articulation agreements with schools across the country, including:
- Kirkwood Community College
- Hawkeye Community College
- North Iowa Area Community College
- Eastern Iowa Community Colleges
- Des Moines Area Community College
Don’t see your school? Check out all of our articulation agreements.
Students transferring from a UIU partner school may qualify for a transfer scholarship!
Admissions and Aid
When you’re ready to apply to UIU-Cedar Rapids, we’ll help you navigate the admissions and financial aid process.
Special Programs and Grants
Military
If you’re in active service or a veteran of the U.S. military, we’ll help you secure the unique education benefits available to you.
Corporate Programs
UIU-Cedar Rapids partners with area employers to offer employees grants toward tuition.
Experience UIU from Cedar Rapids
As a student at UIU-Cedar Rapids, you can take advantage of the benefits of being part of a global school community.
Kwabena Okyere, '19
Criminal Justice
Cedar Rapids
I decided to attend UIU because they are a number one military friendly university and their advisors guide you through the right path.
Contact UIU-Cedar Rapids
1450 Boyson Road Suite C-3B
Hiawatha, IA 52233
Phone: 319-777-7500
Email: [email protected]
Office Hours
Monday – Thursday: 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Friday: 8 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Awards & Rankings
UIU regularly ranks among the top universities for its affordability, online learning programs, STEM programs and opportunities for military and veteran students.
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