Upper Iowa University is a private university based in Fayette, a small town in northeast Iowa. It was founded in 1857 as Fayette Seminary of the Upper Iowa Conference and was affiliated with the Methodist Church until 1928. The residential campus covers roughly 100 acres and includes Alexander-Dickman Hall, its oldest building. Beyond Fayette, UIU is known for distance education, offering online programs, independent study and a network of regional centers for adult learners. It is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission and offers associate, bachelor's and master's degrees, with two eight-week terms in each semester. Its Peacocks athletic teams compete in NCAA Division II in the Great Lakes Valley Conference. Notable alumni include House Speaker David B. Henderson and Parker Pen founder George Safford Parker. The university cut some programs and satellite campuses in 2023 amid financial pressure but remains in operation.
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Upper Iowa University uses rolling admission with a free online application, so students can apply at any time. Test scores are optional for most first-year applicants.
Dates, fees and criteria change every session. Always confirm them on the official admissions page before applying.
Location
605 Washington Street, P.O. Box 1857, Fayette, Iowa, United States
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