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University of Iowa

Online and Des Moines Campus

  • Overview
  • Accessibility
  • Demographics
  • Cost
  • Online Offerings
  • Outcomes
  • Military
  • Benefits
  • Programs & Degrees

University of Iowa is a public college in Iowa City, Iowa and has been named to the Best Online Colleges Midwest award list. Its online program features 9 online degree options. The in-state on-campus net price to attend is $16,759 and the per-credit hour charge is $400. The school offers on-campus day care, credit for military training, academic counseling services, career services, and more.

Overview

School Type

  • On Campus
  • Blended
  • Online
  • Public

Website: www.uiowa.edu

Accessibility

  • Distance education:Yes
  • Career services:Yes
  • Weekend/Evening classes:No
  • Credit for life experiences:No
  • On-Campus day care:Yes
  • Remedial services:No

Demographics

Part-time students
2,077 undergrads
  • Full-time undergrad students:20,227
  • Undergrad students over 25 years old:1,321
  • Pell Grant students:4,568
  • Online and distance education undergrad students:902
  • Part-time students
    9%
  • Students over 25 years old
    6%

Cost

In-district per-credit-hour charge for part-time students
$400
In-district tuition and fees
$9,606
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Online & Distance Programs

Online/Distance degrees offered
9 degrees

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Bachelor's degrees offered

  • Liberal Arts and Sciences General Studies and Humanities(1)
  • Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies(1)
  • Parks Recreation Leisure and Fitness Studies(1)
  • Public Administration and Social Service Professions(1)
  • Social Sciences(1)

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  • Health Professions and Related Programs(2)
  • Business Management Marketing and Related Support Services(2)
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Outcomes

  • Retention rate for part-time students:76%
  • Graduation rate for part-time students:52%

Military & Veteran

Number of undergraduate students receiving Post 9/11 GI Bill benefits
270 students
  • Credit for military training:Yes
  • Dedicated staff member:Yes
  • Student veteran organization:Yes
  • Yellow Ribbon Program member:Yes
  • Servicemembers Opportunity Colleges member:Yes
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Benefits

Student Experience

Student Experience

  • Online Sychronous
  • On Campus Days
  • On Campus Nights
  • Hybrid
  • Traditional Semester Timing
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Affordability

Affordability

  • Transfer Credit Accepted
  • CLEP Exam Accepted
  • Prior Learning Credit Accepted
  • Financial Aid
  • Scholarships
  • GI Bill Certified
  • Yellow Ribbon Program
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Campus Resources

Campus Resources

  • Writing Center
  • Tutoring
  • Financial Aid
  • Advisors
  • Labs
  • Library
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Featured Programs & Degrees

Arts & Humanities
Business
Healthcare
Nursing
Social Work
Arts & Humanities
Classroom Type
Online - Hybrid - On Campus
Accelerated?
No
Transfer Credits?
Yes

Arts & Humanities Overview

The Bachelor of Applied Studies and Bachelor of Liberal Studies degrees require students to have some college credit or an Associate’s degree in order to apply. You may also complete a Bachelor of Arts in Enterprise Leadership and Political Science entirely online, on campus in Des Moines, or through online and on campus classes.

Degree Options Include

Applied Studies- Creative Writing
Applied Studies- Human Relations
Applied Studies- Justice Studies
Applied Studies- Political Science
Enterprise Leadership
Liberal Studies- Expression in Writing and Arts
Liberal Studies- Family, Community and Social Support
Liberal Studies- Global Studies
Liberal Studies- Health and Human Studies
Liberal Studies- Justice and Ethics
Liberal Studies- Organizational Studies
Political Science

 

Business
Classroom Type
Online
Accelerated?
No
Transfer Credits?
Yes

Bachelor of Business Administration

The Bachelor of Business Administration is offered by the University of Iowa’s Tippie College of Business. Online students will be taught by the same faculty who are teaching on campus in Iowa City. This degree is meant for students who have an associate’s degree or transferable college credit and is a good fit for students who are employed full-time or part-time.

 

Healthcare
Classroom Type
Online - On Campus
Accelerated?
No
Transfer Credits?
Yes

Healthcare Overview

The Bachelor of Science in Sport & Recreation Management can be completed entirely online or in Des Moines. The Radiation Sciences program is created for those who have already completed an associate’s degree in radiation technology and have their certification or are ready for certification. Depending on the specific program and technology a student wants to work with they may complete their degree online or in Des Moines.

Degree Options Include

Radiation Sciences
Sport & Recreation Management

 

Nursing
Classroom Type
Online
Accelerated?
No
Transfer Credits?
Yes

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (RN to BSN)

The University of Iowa RN to BSN program is entirely online. There is a practicum and leadership course that require some on site components. The nursing program works with students to find a nearby practicum site and helping them find a way to complete the leadership course either with their current employer or an easily accessible site.

 

Social Work
Classroom Type
On Campus
Accelerated?
No
Transfer Credits?
Yes

Bachelor of  Social Work

The Bachelor of Social Work degree in Des Moines is awarded by the University of Iowa and is accredited by the Council on Social Work Education. Students must complete an associates degree or have two years of college level coursework in order to enter the program. There is a full-time and part-time option for the social work degree program.

Contact University of Iowa

Contact Admissions

admissions@uiowa.edu

319-335-3847

Main Campus

30 S. Dubuque Street

Iowa City, Iowa  52242

319-335-2575

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distance.uiowa.edu

 

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