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ACADEMIC REPUTATIONSuccess After You GraduateWhy are UNI graduates successful when they graduate? Because they have the tools needed to succeed in the ever-changing world. With more than 75 percent of UNI students participating in experiential education — internships, research, study abroad and more — our graduates have the hands-on experiences needed to be valuable employees from day one. It’s also why more than 750 employers routinely recruit our alumni.

Our graduates work at outstanding companies throughout the world, including:

• Allstate Insurance• Amazon• Deere & Company• Ernst & Young• Google• Hongkong and Shanghai

Banking Cooperation• Pioneer Hi-Bred• Principal Financial Group• Rockwell Collins• RSM International

Accreditation and Recognition• UNI is accredited by the North Central Association of Colleges and

Schools.• Many of UNI’s academic programs have earned recognition by their

field’s accrediting body.

Classroom Environment• With an average class size of 28 students, faculty members take time

to help you and give personal attention.• 95% of classes are taught by professors.• You have the flexibility to personalize your program of study by

combining majors, minors and certificates.

The success of UNI GraduatesThe true measure of any college or university is the people it produces. Year after year UNI produces well-prepared, in-demand graduates who use their UNI education and experiences to build successful lives and careers.

95%

79% 15%

OF UNI GRADUATES FOUND SUCCESS WITHIN 6 MONTHS OF GRADUATING

1% other or not seeking for various reasons including: military, caregivers, performance or entrepreneurship

ARE EMPLOYEDARE CONTINUING THEIR EDUCATION

The education we received at UNI assisted in building critical thinking and helps us to think different when we encounter real world problems. Also, the business courses we took at UNI help us to analyze the financial data and documents and better understand marketing changes. Because we had great experience of our education of accounting major, we are familiar with interpreting amounts of data.

Jay & Tiffany, ‘17Owners of Pearl Tea, Cedar Falls

China/Shanghai

• UNI has more than 260 student clubs and organizations for you to get involved in.

• A variety of campus social activities, including festivals, shows, concerts and ethnic-themed events are available throughout the year.

• GO PANTHERS! Join your fellow students and cheer UNI’s 17 men’s and women’s athletic teams that compete at the Division I level in the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA).

• On-campus housing options include traditional residence halls, apartment complexes and special housing for graduate students, non-traditional students and students with dependents.

• Ranked #30 in the national council for home safety and security’s 2018 “Safest College Campuses in America”

THE COMMUNITY

• Cedar Falls is a welcoming community in the heartland of the United States.

• Situated on the banks of the Cedar River in northeast Iowa, the Cedar Falls-Waterloo metropolitan area has a population of more than 160,000 and provides the benefits of urban life in a safe, small-city setting.

• The Waterloo Regional Airport provides daily round-trip service to Chicago for connecting flights to more than 700 cities worldwide.

• Restaurants with different ethnic cuisines and an international market are close to campus.

life ON CAMPUS

* Teaching option also available# Students from other countries who choose a teaching major should know that such a major leads to teaching licensure in the state of Iowa only. Such a licensure may not be recognized in student’s home country.

UNDERGRADUATE AREAS OF STUDYCheck for undergraduate major/minor requirements at majors.uni.edu.

College of Humanities, Arts and Sciences (Science related majors) chas.uni.eduAll Science Teaching *#BiochemistryBiologyBiology: BiomedicalBiology: Ecology & EvolutionBiology: Ecology & OrganismalBiologyBiology Teaching

Chemistry - MarketingChemistry *#Computer ScienceEarth Science *#Environmental ScienceGraphic TechnologiesMathematics: TeachingMathematics: Non-Teaching

Mathematics: Statistics/Actuarial ScienceMiddle/Jr. High School Science *#Physics *#TechnologyTechnology Education- Teaching *#Technology Management

College of Humanities, Arts and Sciences chas.uni.edu(Humanities and Fine Arts related majors)

Art Education *#Art - History EmphasisArt - Studio EmphasisCommunication: Liberal ArtsCommunication: Electronic MediaProduction/PerformanceLeadershipCommunication: Public RelationsCommunication: Theatre - Teaching#Communicative DisordersEnglish *#

Graphic DesignHumanitiesInteractive Digital StudiesMusic: General Studies in MusicJazz StudiesMusic TechnologyPerforming Arts ManagementString PedagogyPhilosophyPhysicsReligion, The Study ofSpanish *#

Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL)TESOL/French *#TESOL/German *#TESOL/Russian *#TESOL/Spanish *#Theatre ArtsTheatre: Drama & Theatre for YouthTheatre: Design & ProductionTheatre: Performance

CHAS SCIENCE MAJORS PARTICIPATE IN MORE THAN 260 CO-OP EXPERIENCES AND INTERNSHIPS

CHAS FACILITIES INCLUDE: GALLERY OF ART, SPEECH AND HEARING CLINIC, PERFORMING ARTS CENTER, AUDIO AND VIDEO PRODUCTION LABS, TWO PUBLIC RADIO STATIONS

Pre-Professional ProgramsAllied HealthBiomedicalChiropracticConservation/Natural ResourcesDentistryEngineeringHospital and Health AdminLawMedicineMedical TechnologyMortuary ScienceNuclear Medicine TechNursingNursing Home AdministrationOccupational Therapy

OptometryPharmacyPhysical TherapyPhysicians AssistantPodiatryRadiological TechnologySonographyTheologyVeterinary MedicineMiscellaneousGlobal StudiesIndividual StudiesGeneral StudiesGeneral Studies - NursesDeciding

College of Education coe.uni.eduAthletic TrainingEarly Childhood EducationElementary EducationHealth Promotion: Health and Fitness PromotionGlobal Health & Health DisparitiesScience Intensive-Environmental HealthWomen’s HealthLeisure, Youth & Human ServicesMiddle Level Education Dual *#Movement & Exercise Science:Exercise ScienceSport PsychologyPhysical Education

College of Social and Behavioral Sciences csbs.uni.edu

AnthropologyCriminologyCriminal JusticeFamily ServicesGeography *Geography: Globalization and Regional GeographyGeography: Environmental Systems and SustainabilityGeography: Planning and DevelopmentGerontology: Long Term CareGerontology: Social SciencesHistory *#

Interior DesignPolitical CommunicationPolitical SciencePsychology *#Public Administration:Economics & FinanceCommunity & Regional DevelopmentHuman ResourcesSocial ScienceSocial WorkSociologyTactical Emergency Services with Vulnerable PopulationsTextile and Apparel

College of Business Administrationbusiness.uni.eduAccountingBusiness Teaching *#Economics: GeneralEconomics: Quantitative TechniquesEconomics: Business EconomicsEconomics: Applied Economic AnalysisFinance: Financial ManagementFinance: InvestmentsFinance: Personal Wealth PlanningManagement: Human ResourceManagementManagement: Business AdministrationManagement: Supply Chain & OperationsManagement: Organizational LeadershipManagement Information SystemsManaging Businesses and OrganizationsMarketing: ManagementMarketing: Advertising & Digital MediaMarketing: Global MarketingMarketing: Sales ManagementReal Estate

UNIBUSINESS IS ACCREDITED BY AACSB INTERNATIONAL — A DISTINCTION EARNED BY FEWER THAN 5% OF BUSINESS SCHOOLS WORLDWIDE

UNI’S OVERSEAS TEACHER RECRUITING FAIR IS THE OLDEST AND LARGEST INTERNATIONAL FAIR IN THE U.S.

CSBS HOSTS THE LARGEST ANNUAL STUDENT RESEARCH AND ENGAGEMENT CONFERENCE IN THE STATE

STUDENT SUPPORT SERVICESThere are offices and professionals available at UNI to inspire, challenge and empower you to achieve academic and social success:

Academic Learning Center• Tutoring

• Learning Strategy Classes

• Math and Science Services

• College Reading and Learning Center

International Student SupportOur International Students and Scholars Office helps you transition to college life through an orientation and registration program, personal advising, and a variety of education, social and cultural activities. isso.uni.edu

UNI’s International Friendship Program can pair you with a family in the community to help you learn more about the American way of life and improve your English skills.

The International Student Association (ISA), a club that holds numerous social events throughout the year, will help you meet and learn from other students, share cultural experiences and have fun!

International Student PromotersConnect with one of our International Student Promoters to learn more about UNI from a student perspective by emailing uni.isp@uni.edu.

CIEPCultural and Intensive English Program CIEP will prepare you for academic studies at UNI. With experienced instructors teaching small classes, you will receive the assistance you need to achieve your big dreams. Each session provides 20 classroom hours per week of English language study and cultural orientation. You can also receive assistance with laboratory work, out-of-classroom activities and special events. Courses include:

• Listening and speaking• Reading comprehension and vocabulary expansion• Writing/grammar

Pathway ProgramConditionally admitted students have the opportunity to be dual enrolled in intensive English and academic coursework during their final levels of the program. This provides a seamless pathway for students to earn their degree at UNI.

CIEP Costs (per 8-week session)Tuition $2,650Campus Housing $2,240*Health Insurance $215/mo*Books & Supplies $265*University Fees $275CIEP Application Fee (includes SEVIS fee) $75

*Approximate amount

“I decided to study in the United States because of its reputation. My family and friends advised me to study here and told me that it is going to be a great experience. Some friends told me about UNI and how safe and friendly it is.”

Al Moatasem Al-HinaaiNetwork Security Major

Oman/Bahla

FINANCIAL AIDUndergraduate Student AidInternational Student Scholar Award

• Scholarships range from $1,000 to $6,000 per year.

Out-of-State Scholarship Award• $3,000 - 1200 or higher (SAT)• $2,000 - 1130 - 1190 (SAT)• $1,000 - 1020 - 1120 (SAT)

Presidential Scholarship• Students receive an award of $8,000 per year and participate in

the Presidential Scholar Program.• Students must have a minimum of 1340 (SAT) or 29 on the ACT

to apply.• To apply for the Presidential and other academic department

scholarships, complete the UNI Scholarship Application by January 15 at finaid.uni.edu/scholarship.

Graduate Student Aid• Graduate Assistantships and Tuition Scholarship Awards

are offered by some departments on a competitive basis.• The deadline to submit applications for fall 2019 is

February 1, 2019.• Visit grad.uni.edu/assistantships to learn more.

On-Campus Employment• More than 3,900 campus jobs are available to students with

student (F) visas or exchange visitor (J) visas.

ADMISSION REQUIREMENTSApplication ProcessTake the first step and join the University of Northern Iowa family. To apply to UNI, you will need to do the following:

1. Go to intladm.uni.edu and fill out the application for admission.• Common Application also

accepted for undergraduates2. Pay $50 (undergraduate) or

$75 (graduate) application fee.3. Submit educational transcripts.4. All applicants who are not

native speakers of English must submit one proof of English proficiency.• TOEFL—(Internet based) 79• IELTS—6.0 for undergraduate

and 6.5 graduate students• 480 on SAT Evidence-Based

Reading and Writing (EBRW)• ACT Score—20 on English test• Conditional admission may be

considered for undergraduate students. You will be tested upon arrival to campus and will be required to enroll in intensive English courses as necessary.

Some graduate programs require higher TOEFL or IELTS scores than those mentioned above, other test scores, and supporting documents depending on the major for which you are applying. Check your specific program online at intladm.uni.edu/graduate/majors.

2018–19 STUDENT EXPENSESA UNI education is an investment in yourself that will pay off for the rest of your life. Whether you’re an undergraduate or graduate student, we will work with you to make your college education a reality.

Undergraduate GraduateTuition* & Fees $19,480 $20,906Books and Supplies $500 $500Health Insurance $2,150 $2,150Campus Housing and Meals $8,948 $8,948Personal & Recreational $1,500 $1,500Total for Two Semesters $32,578 $34,004

*UNIBusiness has a different tuition for students who are declared in the College of Business Administration and are classified as a junior, senior or graduate student.

The University of Northern Iowa does not discriminate in employment or education. Visit policies.uni.edu/1303 for additional information.

CONTACT US!International Admissions 002 Gilchrist Hall University of Northern Iowa Cedar Falls, IA 50614-0018, USA

Website: intladm.uni.edu Phone: (319) 273-2281 | Fax: (319) 273-2885Email: international.admissions@uni.edu

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RANKINGS· Ranked No. 7 in the U.S. on Kiplingers List of Top 25

Universities & Colleges under $30,000 per year

· Cited for high performance in graduation rates by the Education Trust Report

· Named “Best in the Midwest” in 2017 Best Colleges: Region by Region website feature by The Princeton Review

· One of the top two Midwest public universities by the U.S. News & World Report

· Selected as an outstanding business school for the 10th consecutive year by The Princeton Review

· One of the top 100 “Best Values in Public Colleges” for the fourth year in a row by Kiplinger’s Personal Finance Magazine