Overview

The Bachelor of Arts in Individual Studies program at the University of Northern Iowa is designed for students who want to pursue a unique and personalized educational experience. This program allows students to explore multiple areas of interest and develop skills that are transferable to a variety of careers.

Features

Enables you to design an individualized major by selecting courses from several academic departments
Opportunity to explore interdisciplinary major of study before those areas are formally adopted as departmental or interdepartmental majors
Personalized academic advising to assist you in building and progressing in your major
Develop skills directly related to your interests and career goals by creating a customized concentration area

Programme Structure

Courses include:

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Writing for Liberal Studies
Capstone Experience
Elective courses from multiple disciplines (e.g., communication studies, psychology, art, music, philosophy, history, sociology, anthropology, etc.)
Independent study or internship experience in a chosen area of interest.

Key information

Duration

Part-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2025-08-26 00:00:00

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Starting 2026-01-21 00:00:00

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More details

UNI operates on a rolling admissions basis.

Language

English

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Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus, Blended, Online

Disciplines

Liberal Arts View 1888 other Bachelors in Liberal Arts in United States

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Academic requirements

GPA

2.5

English requirements

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Student insurance

Make sure to cover your health, travel, and stay while studying abroad. Even global coverages can miss important items, so make sure your student insurance ticks all the following:

Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
Liability
Home contents and baggage
Accidents
Legal aid

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Other requirements

General requirements

High school diploma or equivalent
Minimum 2.5 GPA
ACT score of at least 20 or SAT score of at least 1030 (or equivalent)
Completion of required high school coursework (4 years of English, 3 years of math, 3 years of social studies, and 3 years of natural science)

Tuition Fee

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International

19940 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 19940 USD per year during 48 months.
National

19940 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 19940 USD per year during 48 months.
In-State

8396 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 8396 USD per year during 48 months.

Living costs for Cedar Falls

1119 - 1737 USD /month

Living costs

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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Scholarships Information

Below you will find Bachelor's scholarship opportunities for Individual Studies.

Available Scholarships

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