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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.

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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.

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Carver College of Medicine welcomes new class with annual White Coat event

The Carver College of Medicine recently staged its annual Arnold P. Gold Foundation White Coat Ceremony for first-year students beginning their medical education at the University of Iowa. The event welcomed the College's class of 2026 and it represented the first time these future physicians would recite the Oath of Hippocrates, calling attention to the importance of the doctor-patient relationship.
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Milestone Badge - 2022 Aug 23

College of Pharmacy welcomes new class with white coat ceremony

The University of Iowa College of Pharmacy welcomed its Class of 2025 with the staging of its annual White Coat Ceremony.
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Milestone Badge - 2021 Sep 3

Carver College of Medicine White Coat Ceremony

More than 140 first-year University of Iowa Carver College of Medicine students participated in the 27th annual Arnold P. Gold Foundation White Coat Ceremony earlier this month.
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Milestone Badge - 2021 Aug 20

UI students assist RAGBRAI towns in preparation for the spotlight

When 10,000-ish RAGBRAI riders hit tiny Libertyville, Iowa, on July 25, those who are good at math knew how much the burg's population of 324 would multiply. And with the help of two University of Iowa students, residents were ready for them. Seniors Ryan Light and Ryan Raaf worked with the town's organizing committee, planning and putting together events that encouraged riders to stop for a few minutes during their cross-state ride.
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Milestone Badge - 2019 Jul 31

Palliative Care Certificate Holders, 2019

The University of Iowa's graduating PharmD Class of 2019 included eight students who -- for the first time in the history of the College of Pharmacy at the UI -- earned a university-sanctioned Palliative Care Certificate. Graduates with the certificate are prepared to practice as palliative care generalists. The certificate is also a larger step toward the UI College of Pharmacy becoming the preeminent hospice and palliative care program in the nation.
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Milestone Badge - 2019 Jul 31
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