The University of Iowa (UI, U of I, UIowa, or simply Iowa) is a public research university in Iowa City, Iowa, United States. Founded in 1847, it is the oldest university in the state. The University of Iowa is organized into 12 colleges offering more than 200 areas of study and seven professional degrees. On an urban 1,880-acre campus on the banks of the Iowa River, the University of Iowa is classified among "R1: Doctoral Universities Very high research activity". In fiscal year 2021, research expenditures at Iowa totaled $818 million. The university is best known for its programs in health care, law, and the fine arts, with programs ranking among the top 25 nationally in those areas. The university was the original developer of the Master of Fine Arts degree and it operates the Iowa Writers' Workshop, which has produced 17 of the university's 46 Pulitzer Prize winners. Iowa is a member of the Association of American Universities, the Universities Research Association, and the Big Ten Academic Alliance.
The University of Iowa Roy J. and Lucille A. Carver College of Medicine in Iowa City, Iowa, stands as the state's sole medical school, founded in 1870. As an integral part of University of Iowa Health Care, it seamlessly blends comprehensive medical education, pioneering biomedical research, and exceptional patient care. The college offers a wide range of programs including the MD, MD-PhD, Physician Assistant, and Physical Therapy degrees, complemented by extensive graduate and residency training. Supported by over 280 research laboratories and modern facilities like MERF and PBDB, it fosters discovery across numerous health disciplines. Recognized nationally for its strong programs and research contributions, the college prepares future healthcare leaders and scientists through a thorough admissions process and hands-on clinical experience at UI Hospitals & Clinics.
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