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 College of Dentistry in Iowa City, IA, United States, is the state's sole dental school, renowned for its comprehensive approach to dental education, research, and patient care. It holds the distinction of being one of only two dental schools in the U.S. to offer all American Dental Association accredited dental specialty training programs. Deeply integrated into the university's health campus, the college provides rigorous academic programs and extensive clinical experience, preparing students to address diverse oral health needs. It serves as a vital resource for the state, contributing significantly to advancements in oral health and providing essential patient services.
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