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Is UNI a Good School for the Money?

Top 10% National Value
Unknown In-State Value
$116,449 Avg Total Cost

University of Northern Iowa Value Report

Is UNI worth the money? Read College Factual's annual UNI value report to determine if the school is priced fairly for the quality of education they provide.

Very Good Value Nationwide

Top 10% National Value
Top 10% National Quality
Bargain Price

University of Northern Iowa is ranked #152 out of 2,223 for value nationwide.

Based on the type of quality education University of Northern Iowa provides, we expected it to be priced higher. We consider UNI to be a great value, ranked #152 out of 2223 in College Factual's Best Colleges for the Money Ranking.

National Value Ranking  152 out of 2223
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National Value Score  93.22 out of 100
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*Total price is determined by multiplying average annual cost by time to graduate.

Bottom Line: You'll Spend an Estimated $116,449 For That Piece of Paper

The average UNI student's degree will cost an estimated $116,449. This is based on an average price (with and without aid) of $26,526 and a typical 4.39 years to graduate.

Amount
Average Yearly Cost$26,526
Average Years to Graduate4.39
Estimated Avg Total Cost of Degree$116,449

Many Factors Affect Net Price

Consider the average UNI student takes 4.39 years to complete their degree. If you can complete your degree faster than that you will save money. This is just one way your UNI degree may cost less than average.

Does This School Make Financial Sense To You?

$69,309 In-State With Aid
$131,195 Avg Cost No Aid
4.39 Years to Graduate

Net price can vary based on your unique situation.

Look at the table below to determine your likely cost of a bachelor's degree at UNI.

Nationwide Value by Aid GroupAvg Degree CostValue RankValue Grade
Students with no Aid$131,195#0F
All Students$116,449#152A
Only Students Receiving Aid$107,024#451B+
In-State Value by Aid GroupAvg Degree CostValue RankValue Grade
Students with no Aid$93,481#F
All Students$78,735#F
Only Students Receiving Aid$69,309#F

Note: the Value Grade for in-state students is calculated by looking only at other schools in the state of Iowa.

About 83% of UNI students receive financial aid. Get more details on what UNI financial aid you may qualify for.

How to Finance The Gap

How to Calculate Value

College Factual calculates average total cost by multiplying net price by time to graduation. We then compare the average total cost to other schools of a similar quality to determine value. If the school is priced fairly based on the educational quality it receives a fair ranking. If it is underpriced it receives a good or excellent value.

Read the full Best for the Money Ranking Methodology.

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