Known for business
Upper Iowa University is a private institution in Fayette with particular strength in business and psychology. With an average SAT of 929, the school attracts a broad applicant pool.
A mid-sized campus of 2K undergraduates with a 22:1 student-faculty ratio. The rural location provides a peaceful, focused academic environment.
41% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $52,766 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $23,172.
Established
1857
Motto
Deo Duce
Type
Private university
Conference
Division II level of the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA)
Division
Division III
93%Acceptance
929SAT Avg
2,021Students
22:1Student:Faculty
41%Grad Rate
$52,766Earnings 10yr
$23,172Net Price
Admissions
Acceptance Rate93.4%
SAT Score Ranges
Average: 929
Reading & WritingMid: 490
500590
MathMid: 470
470570
ACT Score Range
CompositeMid: 21
1421
Cost & Financial Aid
Sticker Price
Tuition$19,000
Room & Board$9,770
Books & Supplies$1,000
Total Cost of Attendance$48,422
Average Net Price$23,172
Median Debt at Graduation$25,000
Monthly Payment (10yr)$265
Net Price by Family Income
$0–30K$27,503
$30–48K$19,324
$48–75K$19,842
$75–110K$21,127
$110K+$25,690
Programs (73)
Student Body
Undergrads
2,021
Gender Split
58% / 42%
Women / Men
First Generation
45%
Pell Grant Recipients
33%
Race & Ethnicity
White 61%
Black 17%
Hispanic 9%
Asian 2%
Two+ 3%
Int'l 4%
Outcomes
4-Year Graduation Rate41.5%
Freshman Retention59.4%
Median Earnings After Graduation
6 Years$48,776
8 Years$51,160
10 Years$52,766
10-Year Earnings by Gender
Women
$41,800
Men
$52,300
More About This School
History & Fun Facts
Source: Wikipedia