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How to Get Into Upper Iowa University

Fayette, IA · Private nonprofit · 2025-2026 cycle · Verified data

Upper Iowa University Admissions Statistics

96%
Acceptance Rate
17-23
ACT (mid 50%)
1,994
Undergrads
34%
Graduation Rate

How to Actually Get Into Upper Iowa University

The bar here is clear

Upper Iowa University admits most qualified applicants. Clear the academic bar (the ranges below) and your odds are strong. The real questions become fit, cost, and whether it earns its slot on your list, not whether you can get in.

Position your scores against the real bands

The middle 50% of enrolled students sits around 17-23 ACT. Above the 75th percentile, scores work for you and this can behave like a target. Below the 25th percentile, the rest of your application has to carry the file, treat it as a reach. Test policy here is "Required for some programs", check the fine print for your specific program.

The bigger picture: no single school decides your outcome, the shape of your whole list does. Read how top counselors build a college list before you finalize where Upper Iowa University fits.

Upper Iowa University Application Deadlines (2025-2026)

Round Deadline
Regular Decision (RD) Rolling

Deadlines verified from official sources for the 2025-2026 cycle. Rounds change year to year, always confirm on the school's site before submitting.

Application Requirements & Costs

Application platform Common App
Application fee $0
Test scores Required for some programs
Writing supplement Not required
Counselor recommendation Not required

Upper Iowa University Cost & Financial Aid

Total cost of attendance (sticker, per year) $34,022
Tuition & fees $19,475
Room & board (on campus) $10,121
Average net price (aid-receiving families) $20,942

What You'd Actually Pay, by Family Income

Average net price per year (after grants and scholarships) for aid-receiving families, from federal College Scorecard data:

Family income Average net price / year
$0-30k $17,715
$30-48k $22,774
$48-75k $18,720
$75-110k $20,041
$110k+ $23,805
32%
Students receiving Pell Grants
40%
Students taking federal loans
68%
Freshman retention rate
25:1
Student-faculty ratio

These are averages, not your number. Get your family's actual price in about 10 minutes:

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