University of Northern Iowa

Cedar Falls, IA · Public · 7,529 undergraduates

University of Northern Iowa admitted 93% of applicants. Students who submitted scores typically had 1020–1280 on the SAT. Its average net price after aid for in-state students was $16,038 a year. Within six years, 69% of first-time, full-time students graduated.

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Admissions

Admission rate
93%
SAT/ACT scores
Considered if submitted
SAT middle 50%
1020–1280
ACT middle 50%
19–26

Cost

In-state cost of attendance, before aid
$22,977 a year
Average in-state net price after aid
$16,038 a year
In-state net price for families earning under $30,000
$11,415 a year
In-state tuition and fees
$10,201 a year
Out-of-state tuition and fees
$22,359 a year

Outcomes

Graduation rate (within 6 years)
69%
Students who return for a second year
82%
Median earnings 10 years after starting
$57,187 a year
Median debt at graduation
$18,039

Students

Undergraduates
7,529
Undergraduates with a Pell Grant
28%
Student-faculty ratio
18 to 1
Campus setting
City

Most common fields of study

Share of the degrees the college awarded, by field.

Education
25%
Business, management and marketing
22%
Parks, recreation, leisure, fitness and kinesiology
6%
Communication and journalism
6%
Psychology
5%

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Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, most recent institution-level data (October 2026 release). Admission figures are reported by the college; check its website for current requirements.