The University of Iowa is a flagship public research university located in Iowa City, Iowa. The university is organized into eleven colleges. The University of Iowa was founded on February 25, 1847.

The University of Northern Iowa in Cedar Falls, Iowa, aims to provide students with an education that focuses on history, culture, and technology. It offers pre-professional programs, graduate and undergraduate degrees, and teacher preparation programs, all the while conducting ongoing research to strengthen the social, cultural, educational, and economic development of Iowa and the nation at large. To highlight this commitment, the university offers a wide variety of outreach and partnership programs. Whether you’re seeking resources for business and economic development, looking to join science, music, or language camps, or are simply interested in lifelong learning, the University of Northern Iowa has you covered. A number of museums are featured at the university, including the UNI Gallery of Art and University Museum. In addition, the Strayer-Wood Theatre, Gallagher-Bluedorn Performing Arts Center and more are available resources to enhance college life. Academics at the university include more than 120 undergraduate degrees in diverse categories like: * Art, Design, and Music * Business * Communications and Media * Computers, Technology, and Industry * Health, Medical, and Social Service * Human Behavior and Culture * Language and International Studies * Politics and Government On-campus housing and meal plans are available, but not required for incoming students. Admissions are determined based on ACT scores, class rank, GPA and other factors for entering freshmen. Financial aid is available to eligible students through the FAFSA or through a number of UNI scholarships.