Upper Iowa University
Continue your education with a degree from Upper Iowa University.
UIU Extended University Online Degree ProgramsAdvance you education while you advance your career!Upper Iowa University is a recognized innovator in the delivery of accredited, quality education and is proud of its diverse range of student populations and progressive, flexible options for traditional and non-traditional students of all ages. Our Online degree programs are affordable, regionally accredited, and accelerated. Both undergraduate and graduate courses utilize asynchronous communication to maximize the flexibility to attend class needed by working adults. The UIU Online Program provides an opportunity for students to balance their educational, work, and personal lives. About Upper Iowa UniversityFounded in 1857, UIU is a private, not-for-profit university providing educational excellence and leadership development to approximately 6,000 students both nationally and internationally at our traditional campus in picturesque Fayette, Iowa; through our various online degree programs; at our U.S. centers; via our correspondence program; and at our international centers in Hong Kong, Singapore, Malaysia and Canada. Upper Iowa University"s vision is that it will be recognized as an exceptional institution of higher learning, developing global citizens who become lifelong learners prepared for leadership within society. Upper Iowa University provides value-conscious liberal arts based education through flexible and multiple delivery systems. The University"s mission will be to provide a student-centered environment in which diversity is respected, encouraged and nurtured. |
Program Listings:
Business
- Bachelor of Science in Accounting
- Bachelor of Science in Business Administration
- Bachelor of Science in Financial Management
- Bachelor of Science in Human Resources Management
- Bachelor of Science in Management
- Bachelor of Science in Marketing
Healthcare
- Bachelor of Science in Health Services Administration
- Bachelor of Science in Human Services
- Bachelor of Science in Psychology
Human Services
- Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice
- Bachelor of Science in Emergency and Disaster Management
- Bachelor of Science in Psychology
- Bachelor of Science in Public Administration
Liberal Arts
Technology
Accreditation
The University is accredited by The Higher Learning Commission and is a member of the North Central Association.
School Facts
Institutional Accrediting Agency 
Agency that determines the quality of education and training for an institution of higher education.
North Central Association of Colleges and Schools, The Higher Learning Commission
Address Physical location of institution's main/corporate office or headquarters.
605 Washington Street, PO Box 1857
Fayette IA 52142
Calendar Type When you can enroll in/take classes.
UIU offers 6, eight week terms per year.
Credit-earning Options Does the school accept transfer credits or other approved credits?
Up to 90 credits can be transferred to the Bachelor program, including CLEP, DSST, accredited college credit hours and life experience. Up to 12 semester credits can be transferred to the Masters program from a regionally accredited institution.
Delivery Format Is learning completed entirely online, and are there any special teaching methods?
Entirely Online or on-site at 16 locations nationwide.
Technical Requirements Required hardware/software that you'll need in order to run the course software.
Upper Iowa University Online utilizes one of the best asynchronous web-based delivery platforms for its online programs. In order to have a quality learning experience in your online courses, your computer should meet or exceed various specifications.
Geographic Restrictions Can you take the programs anywhere?
Courses can be completed anywhere with access to the Internet.
Loans Offered The types of loans can you make use of to help fund your education.
Federal Financial Aid is accepted.
