Graduate College Stories & News

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Two UNI master’s programs expand access with early enrollment slated for Fall 2024

UNI is now accepting applications for two online graduate programs, the Master of Public Policy and the Master of Arts in Philanthropy and Nonprofit Development.
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U.S. News & World Report ranks UNI among 2024 Best Graduate Schools

U.S. News & World Report has once again ranked the University of Northern Iowa among its list of 2024 Best Graduate Schools.
Come back to earn your graduate degree! Return to UNI

UNI announces opportunities for students to complete graduate programs

UNI is thrilled to announce a special opportunity for students who have taken a break from pursuing their graduate degree.
5 Million Global Downloads

UNI ScholarWorks has reached 5 MILLION global downloads!

We couldn't have done it without YOU! UNI ScholarWorks has reached 5 MILLION global downloads! This incredible achievement belongs to the entire UNI community: each college and discipline at UNI added to the total of 5 million downloads.
Fall 2023 UNI graduates

Meet the fall 2023 Panther grads

It’s almost time for the class of fall 2023 to walk across the stage at Commencement and get their diplomas.
Free Graduate Application Week

University of Northern Iowa offers Free Graduate Application Week

Use code GRD24 from December 3-10, 2023 on the UNI admissions website.
Alan Czarnetzki with Provost Herrera and Board of Regents President Michael Richards

Regents Awards recognize excellence among UNI faculty and staff

This year’s winners for the Regents Awards for Faculty and Staff Excellence at the University of Northern Iowa were recognized on Nov. 15. 
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The world is coming to UNI: International Education Week 2023

UNI is joining with businesses, communities, and educational institutions worldwide to celebrate International Education Week.
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Why you should consider earning an online master’s degree

If you're thinking about enrolling in a graduate program, an online master's degree from the University of Northern Iowa could be perfect for you.
Jake Volk standing in the library

English graduate student combines his design, teaching, and academic skills in North American Review fellowship

Graduate Student Jake Volk works with the North American Review to help sustain the legacy and forward-looking nature of America's oldest literary magazine.