As a top global university, Iowa is the ideal destination for learning, discovery, and innovation. We bring art and science together to create a truly unique interdisciplinary education. With over 200 areas of study to choose from, students are encouraged to mix and match majors, minors, and certificates to earn a degree that reflects their unique interests.
From inside our world-class medical center to the most prestigious creative writing program in the U.S., students have access to quality academic support and are equipped with the tools they need to stand out in a competitive workforce. Our 15:1 student-to-faculty ratio allows students to work directly with experts in their field while earning valuable, practical skills.
Our campus seamlessly blends into the heart of downtown Iowa City, making it easy to access academic resources and belong to a larger, welcoming community. With over 500 student organizations, clubs, and communities on campus, and countless in-town events scheduled throughout the year, Iowa makes it easy to build a network of friendships and connections that last a lifetime.
Background image: The University of Iowa celebrates its diversity by flying the flags of each country represented by a student on campus.
Smaller image: All-American Caitlin Clark was one of two grand marshals of Iowa's 2023 Homecoming parade.
(see more)As a top global university, Iowa is the ideal destination for learning, discovery, and innovation. We bring art and science together to create a truly unique interdisciplinary education. With over 200 areas of study to choose from, students are encouraged to mix and match majors, minors, and certificates to earn a degree that reflects their unique interests.
From inside our world-class medical center to the most prestigious creative writing program in the U.S., students have access to quality academic support and are equipped with the tools they need to stand out in a competitive workforce. Our 15:1 student-to-faculty ratio allows students to work directly with experts in their field while earning valuable, practical skills.
Our campus seamlessly blends into the heart of downtown Iowa City, making it easy to access academic resources and belong to a larger, welcoming community. With over 500 student organizations, clubs, and communities on campus, and countless in-town events scheduled throughout the year, Iowa makes it easy to build a network of friendships and connections that last a lifetime.
Background image: The University of Iowa celebrates its diversity by flying the flags of each country represented by a student on campus.
Smaller image: All-American Caitlin Clark was one of two grand marshals of Iowa's 2023 Homecoming parade.
Meet Carver College of Medicine student Kloe Thomas
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Student composer sets tone in Performing Arts video
Ten Iowa natives awarded Gilman Scholarships to study abroad
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Twice as nice: 2024 spring semester dean's list includes 1,200 students who earned president's list distinction
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2024 spring semester president's list honorees announced
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Students, professor bike across Iowa on handmade bicycles
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Student speakers at Spring 2024 commencements share their thoughts
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Isabel Rushton: Critical Language Scholarship winner to study Indonesian in Malang
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Spencer Cooper-Ohm awarded Fulbright to teach in Kosovo
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Kristen Rohli: Genetics student unlocking mystery of Type 2 diabetes
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Dance Marathon 2024
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Lauren Egan: Iowa Screenwriting Class Teaches Students How to Create Must-See TV
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2023 3MT competition winner, runner-ups announced
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Kelli Tosic: Following mother's footsteps, leaving her own legacy
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14 University of Iowa students, alumni receive Fulbright awards to travel abroad in 2023-24
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Lizzie Shockley: Awarded Fulbright to Mexico
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Tippie business analytics students wiin national competition
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School of Music students contribute to annual holiday performance
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Hawks play role in Super Bowl fan experience
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Hawkeye's NFL gig is about more than a game
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Carver College of Medicine welcomes new class with annual White Coat event
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Brett Bahle: Research on visual attention nets the 2020 Spriestersbach Dissertation Award
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Linette Leng: Virtual internship provides opportunity to gain relevant, global experience
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Undergraduate Student Government ready to tackle 2020-21 academic year
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UI Launches New Chapter of Neuroscience Honor Society, Inducts 7 Students
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Student CAMBUS drivers answer volunteer call with unique requirement
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