Upper Iowa University
A good fit for students who want accessible admissions and students who prefer a mid-size campus. freshman retention is below 65%. a private nonprofit school with 2,021 students.
About This School
Upper Iowa University is a private nonprofit institution located in Fayette, Iowa with approximately 2,021 undergraduate students enrolled. Upper Iowa University has an open or accessible admissions process, with an acceptance rate of 93%. The average net price after financial aid is $23,172 per year. The graduation rate is 41%, and the typical graduate earns $45,500 within 10 years of enrollment.
Upper Iowa University (UIU) is a private university in Fayette, Iowa, United States. It enrolls around 3,000 students and offers distance education programs that include centers in the U.S., an online program, an independent study program, and formerly had centers in Hong Kong, Singapore and Malaysia.
The numbers tell a mixed story here — a 41% graduation rate and 59% freshman retention rate suggest many students don't finish, which is a real red flag worth discussing before enrolling. On the plus side, median debt at graduation is a relatively manageable $18,000, and the school's flexible distance education options make it a practical choice for working adults or non-traditional students who need that kind of accessibility. If you're a traditional 18-year-old expecting a typical campus experience in Fayette, look carefully at why so many students leave — but if you need flexibility and affordability, it may fit your situation.
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Will This School Pay Off?
Solid return. Earnings outpace debt, though major choice matters.
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