Upper Iowa University Employee Directory
Higher EducationIowa, United States501-1000 Employees
Upper Iowa University is a private, nonprofit institution in the higher education sector, founded in 1857 and based in Fayette, Iowa. It serves about 5,800 students at its Fayette campus, across 21 U.S. locations, and at a campus in Hong Kong, offering both undergraduate and graduate degree programs. The university supports flexible delivery of its programs, including online and self-paced formats, to reach national and international learners. It serves a broad range of learners, including high school students through dual enrollment, as well as adults pursuing continuing education and professional development. Partnerships with Eastern Iowa Community Colleges strengthen transfer opportunities and degree-completion pathways in the region. Recent developments include the launch of a 90-credit Bachelor of Science in Business Administration in 2026.