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Enrollment Deposit

How much is UNI's enrollment deposit?

University of Northern Iowa requires a deposit of $320 to confirm your enrollment.



National Rank

75.00%

University of Northern Iowa is in the top 75.00% of colleges in the country for deposit cost. Nationally, 23.16% of colleges do not require a deposit.

State Rank

91.70%

University of Northern Iowa is in the top 91.70% of colleges in the state of Iowa for deposit cost. 10.34% of colleges in the state do not require a deposit.

Type Rank

87.50%

University of Northern Iowa is in the top 87.50% of Public, 4-year or above colleges for deposit cost. 37.66% ofpublic colleges do not require a deposit.

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Student Population

University of Northern Iowa educates a diverse community of 8,945 students, with 7,735 pursuing undergraduate degrees and 1,210 engaged in advanced graduate studies.


Total Enrollment

8,945


Total Undergraduates

7,735

Total Graduates

1,210


Full-Time vs Part-Time

82% Full-Time

18% Part-Time

Admissions

The admission process at University of Northern Iowa has a 95% acceptance rate. University of Northern Iowa has test optional requirements that focus on each student's unique potential. The average SAT score is 1150 and the average ACT score is 21.


Acceptance Rate

95%


SAT

Students submitting SAT

1%

Total Score

400

1600

10201330

Reading and Writing

200

800

530680

Math

200

800

490650

ACT

Students submitting ACT

45%

Composite Score

0

36

2026

English

0

36

1925

Math

0

36

1826

Location

Located in Cedar Falls, IA, University of Northern Iowa offers students a accessible urban experience with all the advantages of a smaller city setting.


City

Cedar Falls


County

Black Hawk County


State

Iowa


Country

United States


Urbanization

City: Small

About

University of Northern Iowa features a student-focused approach with a 17 : 1 student-faculty ratio, values, and competitive NCAA athletic programs that enhance the college experience.


Student-to-Faculty Ratio

17 : 1


Religious Affiliation

None


Division in Athletics

NCAA


Sector

Public, 4-year or above


Cost

University of Northern Iowa makes education accessible, offering an average net price of $15,782 with 74% of students receiving financial assistance including 21% benefiting from Pell Grants.


Average Net Price

$15,782


Received Aid

74%


Pell Recipients

21%


Combined Sticker Price

In-State: $9,728

Out-of-State: $21,272

Demographics

The University of Northern Iowa student body represents diverse backgrounds and experiences, with 92% in-state students and a balanced age distribution across traditional and non-traditional learners.


Gender
Men
2,955 (38%)
Women
4,780 (62%)

Outcomes

University of Northern Iowa prioritizes student success, demonstrated by a 64% graduation rate and the achievements of alumni who make meaningful contributions in their communities and careers.


Graduation Rate

64%

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