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Upper Iowa University

Fayette, Iowa · Private Non-Profit

Avg Earnings (5yr)

$48,776

Acceptance Rate

93%

Graduation Rate

42%

Annual Tuition

$19,000

At a Glance

Total Students

2,021

Retention Rate

59%

Faculty Ratio

22

Financial Aid

49%

Median Debt

$25,000

Campus Setting

Rural

Institution Type

Private Non-Profit

Institution Overview

Upper Iowa University is a private, non-profit institution with a student body of 2,021. The university has a high acceptance rate of 93.4%. However, the graduation rate is 41.8%, and the retention rate is 59.4%. The in-state tuition cost is $19,000.

One year after graduation, alumni earn a median of $50,687. Five years after graduation, the median earnings are $48,776, and ten years after graduation, the median earnings are $52,766. The median debt for students is $25,000, and 49% of students receive financial aid.

Generated from College Scorecard & IPEDS data

Earning Projection Over Time

$51k

1 YEAR

$49k

5 YEARS

$53k

10 YEARS

Top 37% in Earnings

Graduate Outcomes

One year after graduation, Upper Iowa University alumni earn a median salary of $50,687. Five years after graduation, the median salary is $48,776, and ten years after graduation, the median salary is $52,766. The median debt for graduates is $25,000, and 49% of students receive financial aid.

Upper Iowa University has a 93.4% acceptance rate, a 41.8% graduation rate, and a 59.4% retention rate. The in-state tuition is $19,000.

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Campus Location

Fayette, Iowa

Fayette, IA 52142-1857

Upper Iowa University is located in Fayette, Iowa. The campus is in a rural setting.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Upper Iowa University has an acceptance rate of 93.4%.