Admissions Stories & News

Transfer students find new home at UNI

At the University of Northern Iowa, resources are in place to ensure transfer students are equipped to handle this new and exciting transition.

UNI offers Free Application Week for transfer students

The University of Northern Iowa invites prospective transfer students to apply for free from March 3 through March 8, 2024.

Financial aid support increases for UNI students, indebtedness down

UNI continues to put students first, as evidenced by the $91.2 million in aid awarded to students during the 2022-2023 academic year.

From good study habits to time management: Setting your teen up with freshman year tips

Parenting a soon-to-be college student? Set your teen up for college success by sharing some of these freshman year tips.

A “major” decision: Guiding your teen’s career exploration before college

As a parent, you can guide your teen toward a career marked by purpose. Here are some tips to help you as your teen navigates career exploration.

UNI offers Free Application Week for future business students

In celebration of the newly-named Wilson College of Business, UNI invites prospective business students to apply for free Jan. 14-19, 2024.

FAFSA now open to current and incoming college students

The Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) is now open for the 2024-2025 academic year. Current and incoming UNI students should complete it.

Cracking the test code: A parent's role in ACT preparation

As a parent, you have an important role to play in your child’s ACT preparation. Here are some tips on how you can help them get ready for test day.

University of Northern Iowa offers Free Graduate Application Week

Use code GRD24 from December 3-10, 2023 on the UNI admissions website.

The quest for the perfect fit: navigating the college search with your teen

In the thick of the college search with your teen? We've got you covered with some helpful tips to assist your student in making the perfect choice.