Overall, Iowa is ranked as the 33rd Best Public National University in the 2017 U.S.News & World Report rankings, which compared public research universities that also offer bachelor's, master's, and doctoral degree programs.
Areas of Study
In the most recent rankings of graduate programs by U.S.News & World Report, 24 of our graduate and professional degree programs are Ranked Among the Top 25 such programs in the country.
- Graduate & Professional Areas of Study
Choose from more than 100 areas of study. - Combined Degree Programs
Iowa offers several opportunities for students to earn two advanced degrees simultaneously. - Distance and Online Education
Distance and Online Education offers credit courses and degree-related course sequences. Applicants who plan to take only Distance and Online Education courses (Online, GIS, On-Campus, Off-Campus), but are not seeking a admission to a degree program should apply as a Continuing Education Student
Admission Requirements & Deadlines
Admission requirements and application deadlines vary depending on your area of study. Review the list of programs to see the requirements associated with the degree you seek.
- Graduate & Professional Areas of Study
Links to the General Catalog and departmental websites on the page about each program will detail its admission requirements. - Admission to the Graduate College
Academic programs may have additional admission requirements.
Orientation Programs
This annual welcome and orientation program is designed to help all new graduate students learn more about university facilities and procedures. Many academic departments host orientation programs, as well. Check with your department for details.
- Graduate Student Orientation
This annual event includes an introduction to university resources and policies. Registration is required. - International Student Orientation
This program is designed to help international students transition to living in the United States.
Course Registration
All students are required to meet with an academic adviser before registering for classes. International students must also attend the International Student Orientation program before registering for classes.
- Course Registration Process
Register online or in person after meeting with your adviser. - Required Sexual Assault Prevention Program
All new graduate students are required to take an online sex assault prevention program called nformd.net during their first semester on campus.