"I wanted a large school with a lot of resources for pre-med. I wanted to work at the hospital and get involved in a lab and University of Iowa has the resources for all of it. I also loved Iowa City and all of the culture that comes with it."

"I knew I wanted a big public school experience with a great music program and a school of business. After 27 college tours, I realized that Iowa's facilities, programs, and close-knit community would give me all of the opportunities I needed to be successful."

"I felt at home when I came here. The exciting big 10 atmosphere, school spirit, and a smaller, more connected, and community-oriented environment were exactly what I was looking for. I also love all the amazing resources, especially all of the healthcare opportunities for students!"

"I chose the University of Iowa because I felt seen as a person and knew that the engineering program would help me be successful in my future endeavors in college and beyond. I also fell in love with the beautiful campus!"

"When looking at schools, I ultimately chose Iowa for the feeling of home. I come from a small town of two hundred and hoped to find a place where I could be a little fish in a big pond. I ultimately found that here, but also the sense of community through the friendships I've made on campus."

"For me, it really was the campus itself that drew me in. I think having the downtown area right next to campus is super special, and as someone who doesn't have a car, it has made it easy to purchase any necessities I need throughout the week, as well as to provide entertainment through movies, arcade games, and live music." 

"What I love most about Iowa is the combination of academic rigor and community spirit… it feels like a place where diverse perspectives are not only welcomed but celebrated."

"The community! I love the small-campus connections paired with Big Ten resources and events. When I toured, everyone was so friendly and helpful that I knew I would easily find my people on campus."

"I chose the University of Iowa because of the incredible support systems available to students. Learning about academic resources and student success programs showed me that Iowa was committed to helping students thrive."

"I chose Iowa for its great programs and the athletics. Both of those were very important to me, and usually they're mutually exclusive at other schools. I loved that Iowa had both and was nationally recognized in both!" 

"I loved how interconnected the campus is with the community. Because my family would be so far away, I wanted to find a campus that would allow me multiple opportunities to build a support system within the community. I didn't want to just be a college student on a college campus but also a member of the off-campus community."

"It doesn't matter what time of year, what season, or what our winning status is—our campus will always rally behind our Hawkeyes."