2025-26 FAFSA 

The 2025-25 FAFSA form is now available. 
 UNI's Financial Aid Office can help with questions.
 

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98% graduate success rate

 

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Best in the
Midwest

The University of Northern Iowa is ranked second in the “Top Public Schools Regional University (Midwest)” category, according to U.S. News & World Report.

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Affordable
Education

Knowledge is about making a better future. Your education should not revolve around piles of debt. At UNI, we’re committed to making college attainable for everyone.

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AACSB
Accredited

Earn your business degree from an AACSB accredited university, an achievement earned by less than five percent of the world’s business schools.

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Get Involved

Find your People

Here at UNI, we celebrate the individuals. Each one of our Panthers has their own unique set of hobbies, passions and skills. The good news is that with over 200 student clubs and organizations, you'll have no problem finding a club that sparks your interest — and you'll build lifelong friendships along the way.

Your time at UNI will be a more-than-you-could-imagine experience.

You'll chase adventure, push yourself above and beyond, explore new ideas, and make big discoveries through hands-on learning and research experiences. 

We can't wait for you to take it all in as a UNI Panther and make an impact on your future, the state, nation, world and beyond!

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Achieve With Honors

UNI's Honors Program rewards your hard work with individualized attention, scholarships and leadership opportunities designed to give your career the edge it deserves.

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Apply Your Learning

You’ll put theory into practice, grow your knowledge and roll your sleeves up – all while building lasting connections with your professors and classmates.

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Make Your Impact

UNI exists to help students achieve their unrealized potential and develop the knowledge, skills and abilities they need to have fulfilling and prosperous careers.