Fayette,
IA
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About Upper Iowa University
Upper Iowa University is a private, nonprofit university in the rural area of Fayette, Iowa. Upper Iowa University was founded in 1857. The college currently enrolls around 3,031 students per year, including 2,510 undergrads.
2022 Acceptance Rate for Upper Iowa University
It is moderately difficult to get into Upper Iowa University. Around 65% of applicants get into Upper Iowa University each year. In 2022, 1,240 students applied to Upper Iowa University and 805 were admitted.
| Upper Iowa University Admissions Facts At-A-Glance | |
|---|---|
| Overall Acceptance Rate | 65% |
| Early Decision Acceptance Rate | ED not offered |
| Early Action Acceptance Rate | EA not offered |
| Average GPA | 3.3 |
| Test Optional | May require tests |
| Applicants Submitting SAT scores | 23% |
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Upper Iowa University is located in Fayette, Iowa, near Minneapolis-St. Paul and Chicago.
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College Info
Upper Iowa University Application Deadline
First-Year Applications are Due
Continuous processing
Transfer Applications are Due
Continuous processing
The deadline for Fall first-year applications to Upper Iowa University is Continuous processing.
The deadline for Fall transfer applications to Upper Iowa University is Continuous processing.
Check the school website for more information about deadlines for specific programs or special admissions programs
Upper Iowa University SAT Scores
Composite SAT Range
980 - 1140
Math SAT Range
420 - 518
Reading SAT Range
440 - 528
Upper Iowa University Tuition & Fees
Tuition & Fees
$44,669
In State$44,669
Out-of-State
Cost Breakdown
In State
Out-of-State
State Tuition
$32,589
$32,589
Fees
$1,050
$1,050
Housing
$9,410
$9,410
Books
$1,620
$1,620
Student Life
Wondering what life at Upper Iowa University is like? There are approximately 3,031 students enrolled at Upper Iowa University, including 2,510 undergraduate students and 521 graduate students. 51% percent of students attend school full-time, 38% percent are from IA and 62% percent of students are from other states.
51%
Full Time49%
Part Time38%
In State62%
Out-of-StateData Source: IPEDs and Peterson's Databases © 2022 Peterson's LLC All rights reserved
Quick Facts
Total Enrollment
3,031
Campus Setting
Rural
Acceptance Rate
65%
Tuition and Fees
In State
$33,639
Out-of-State
$33,639
Fall Freshmen
Application Deadline
Continuous processing
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