Upper Iowa University

About Us

Upper Iowa University (UIU) is a forward-thinking institution known for flexible learning pathways, strong industry alignment, and a bold commitment to innovation. With rapid enrollment growth and expanding national visibility, UIU continues to deliver career-focused education that meets the needs of today’s evolving workforce. Recent academic advancements include new degrees in Cybersecurity, Business Analytics, and graduate programs in Artificial Intelligence, Cybersecurity, and Public Administration, all designed to equip learners with in-demand, future-ready skills.
UIU also introduced a groundbreaking 90-credit Bachelor of Science in Business Administration, offering an accelerated, affordable pathway to graduation while maintaining academic rigor—an especially attractive option for adult learners, transfer students, and busy professionals.

Whether studying at the Fayette campus, at centers across the U.S., or online worldwide, students benefit from UIU’s hallmark flexibility and its focus on practical, real-world learning. With programs built around workforce needs and a mission centered on student success, we empower our students to thrive in high-growth fields and make meaningful impacts in their communities.