Big Ten experience, small town vibes
The University of Iowa offers all the amazing benefits of a Big Ten school without the overwhelming size. From undergraduate research to athletics to our alumni network, you'll have endless opportunities while living in a top-ten college town, Iowa City.
Campus and downtown Iowa City blend together seamlessly. You'll find everything you need is within walking distance of our residence halls: dozens of local shops, restaurants, and venues, as well as staples such as Target and Dunkin.
Iowa is coming to you!
Join us in Columbus to learn more about the University of Iowa!
We will be at the National College Fair in Columbus on Sunday, February 2 with information about academics, admissions, financial aid, housing, student life, and more. Come with questions and find out what it's like to be an Iowa Hawkeye!
"I really wish there was a student from Ohio who we could feature here."
Getting here is easy
With flights from the John Glenn Columbus International Airport to the Eastern Iowa Airport, traveling to Iowa City and returning home is a breeze.
USA Today calls it a Top 10 college town.
We call it home.
Eat. Study. Play. Iowa City has everything you could need practically on your doorstep.
Start with 70,000 passionate Hawkeye football fans. Add a lively arts scene. Throw in 300+ restaurants, cafés, and shops. You get a college town where it's easy to fit right in.
The best part? All of this is a 60-second walk from your intro psychology class.
Learn from the best, at the best.
With over 200 areas of study and a growing list of top-ranked programs, you're sure to find an area you're passionate about with experts to guide you along the way.
You're in charge.
Iowa is the place for you to find your best fit and create your own path. Explore all your interests, build the experience that's right for you, and graduate on time.
Collaboration is our middle name.
Team up with faculty, staff, and other Hawkeyes to tackle real-world challenges and master the skills that bosses love—communication, problem-solving, and critical thinking. This isn't about being on your own; Hawkeyes work together to achieve greatness.
You get to live in the perfect college town.
Think block parties, art galleries, music venues, coffee shops, sidewalk cafes, workout facilities, Big Ten athletics—you get the idea. Iowa City is home to everything you could want and more. With downtown blending seamlessly into campus, you're only steps away from it all.
We've got your back through it all.
Joining the Hawkeye family is a decision you won't regret. From the moment you step foot on campus, to graduation and beyond, we'll be there for you. Once a Hawkeye, always a Hawkeye.