The University Family Services Office provides assistance and guidance for students with children and other family responsibilities.

Support Networks

• Family Services Office
  • Child Care Services
  • Elder Care Services
• Student Organizations
  • Student Parent Organization (SPO)

Areas of Study

Iowa offers more than 200 Areas of Study for undergraduates, including these programs and courses that focus on family issues.

• Department of Psychology
• School of Social Work

Advocacy & Education

• Office of Equal Opportunity and Diversity
• Center for Inclusive Academic Excellence
• Women's Resource and Action Center

Financial Aid and Scholarships

To supplement the cost of attending the University, start your scholarship search with the UI Office of Student Financial Aid and adding the University of Iowa to your Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). Additional resources include:

• Financial Assistance for Child Care
• UI Scholarships
• UI Office of Student Financial Aid
  • Loans
  • Grants
  • Scholarships
  • Work-Study Opportunities
  • Student Employment