University of Northern Iowa

University of Northern Iowa ranks #1,310 globally in the UNIRANKS 2027 World University Rankings with an overall score of 75.82 out of 100. It ranks #308 nationally.

| Global Rank 1310 | Overall Score 75.82 |
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Top Country #308

Top North America #364

Top World #1,310

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Known for its strong emphasis on teacher education and liberal arts, UNI provides a supportive learning environment that encourages student engagement and collaboration. The university offers a variety of programs that prepare students for successful careers while fostering critical thinking and leadership skills. The campus community is vibrant and inclusive, making it an excellent choice for students seeking a well-rounded education. Recognized and Verified by UNIRANKS.

University of Northern Iowa Rankings 2027

Recognized, Verified | Published 4 August 2026 | Updated 4 August 2026

Overall Score
75.82
Global Rank
#1,310
Regional Rank
#364
Country Rank
#308
Institution Status
Recognized, Verified

University of Northern Iowa Overall Rankings 2027

Explore University of Northern Iowa’s performance across the official UNIRANKS World University Rankings 2027. Each ranking indicator measures a different aspect of institutional excellence, from education quality and research performance to student wellbeing, employability, digital transformation, and global engagement.

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UNIRANKS Indicator Scores are normalized performance scores on a 0–100 scale and should not be interpreted as raw institutional percentages unless explicitly stated.

Campus Infrastructure & Learning Facilities

78 / 100

Campus Safety & Security Measures

80 / 100

Faculty-to-Student Ratio & Learning Environment

74 / 100

Green Campus & Sustainability Initiatives

70 / 100

International Student Support & Cultural Inclusion

72 / 100

Student Housing, Dining, & Living Conditions

75 / 100

Student Support Services & Wellbeing Programs

76 / 100

Faculty & Researcher Achievements

65 / 100

Industry & Employer Recognitions

64 / 100

Institutional Awards

60 / 100

National & Regional Recognitions

62 / 100

Student Awards & Competitions

58 / 100

Career Support Services & Graduate Tracking

70 / 100

Employer Reputation & Satisfaction

74 / 100

Graduate Employment Rate

79 / 100

Industry Partnerships & Internships

75 / 100

Notable Alumni & Career Progression

72 / 100

Quality of Employment

77 / 100

Global Standing & Recognition

68 / 100

National Recognition & Standing

65 / 100

Peer & Academic Reputation

64 / 100

Ranking Trends & Improvements

66 / 100

Global Partnerships & Collaborations

67 / 100

International Reputation & Recognition

63 / 100

International Student Support

68 / 100

International Students & Faculty

69 / 100

Multicultural Campus Environment

65 / 100

Student & Faculty Mobility

66 / 100

Global Research Collaboration

58 / 100

Knowledge Transfer & Innovation

57 / 100

Open Science & Accessibility

59 / 100

Research Impact & Excellence

62 / 100

Research Integrity & Quality

61 / 100

Research Output & Scale

60 / 100

Research Portfolio Strength & Growth

60 / 100

Accessibility & Inclusion in Learning

67 / 100

Accreditation & Recognitions

69 / 100

Assessment & Feedback Mechanisms

69 / 100

Classroom & Teaching Methodologies

68 / 100

Faculty Credentials & Teaching Performance

72 / 100

Faculty-Student Ratio

71 / 100

Graduate & Postgraduate Success Rate

72 / 100

Graduate Research & Thesis Supervision

68 / 100

Internships & Industry Exposure

75 / 100

Practical Learning & Experiential Education

70 / 100

Program Diversity & Curriculum Innovation

70 / 100

Student Satisfaction & Learning Outcomes

73 / 100

Student Support Services

74 / 100

Academic Web Presence & Open Access

69 / 100

Digital Content & Knowledge Sharing

68 / 100

Interactive Features & Student Support Tools

69 / 100

Online Learning & Digital Services

71 / 100

Online Reputation & Backlink Authority

67 / 100

Search Visibility & SEO Authority

68 / 100

Social Media Presence & Influence

70 / 100

Website Performance & Speed

70 / 100

Website Quality & User Experience

70 / 100

Website Reach & Audience Engagement

69 / 100

Website Security & Technical Compliance

72 / 100

AI, Analytics & Automation

66 / 100

Cybersecurity & Digital Trust

68 / 100

Digital Infrastructure & Connectivity

69 / 100

E-Learning & Online Education

68 / 100

digital Learning Ecosystem

67 / 100

Smart Campus Innovation & Emerging Technologies

67 / 100

Smart Teaching & Learning Technologies

70 / 100

Academic Workforce & Qualifications

74 / 100

Campus Infrastructure & Geographic Reach

70 / 100

Institutional Maturity & Stability

72 / 100

Program & Degree Portfolio

73 / 100

Student Population & Academic Scale

75 / 100

Academic Experience Feedback

76 / 100

Campus Life & Student Engagement

74 / 100

Retention & Student Continuity

72 / 100

Student Satisfaction & Survey Results

77 / 100

Student Support & Responsiveness

75 / 100

Student Voice & Complaint Resolution

73 / 100

University of Northern Iowa Historical Rankings

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Historical ranking data for University of Northern Iowa

Historical ranking records available in the UNIRANKS Historical Rankings Archive
Year Overall Score Global Rank
1980 NA #1272
1981 NA #1277
1982 NA #1280
1983 NA #1288
1984 NA #1291
1985 NA #1297
1986 NA #1234
1987 NA #1234
1988 NA #1216
1989 NA #1234
1990 NA #1212
1991 NA #1234
1992 NA #1234
1993 NA #1309
1994 NA #1234
1995 NA #1234
1996 NA #1234
1997 NA #1220
1998 NA #1234
1999 NA #1234
2000 NA #1331
2001 NA #1351
2002 NA #1322
2003 NA #1319
2004 NA #1297
2005 NA #1339
2006 NA #1291
2007 NA #1310
2008 NA #1285
2009 NA #1327
2010 NA #1301
2011 NA #1268
2012 NA #1308
2013 NA #1283
2014 NA #1273
2015 NA #1260
2016 NA #1240
2017 NA #1257
2018 NA #1257
2019 NA #2681
2020 NA #2667
2021 NA #2914
2022 NA #1509
2023 72 #1348
2024 72.37 #1348
2025 71.73 #1432
2026 71.73 #1432
2027 75.82 #1310

UNIRANKS Historical Rankings Archive

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