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Get ready for business

Graduate confident, capable and in demand.

The Wilson College of Business delivers real-world professional skills, personal support from faculty invested in your success and a nationally recognized degree with lasting value.

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Your path to business starts with curiosity.

  • Our Professional Readiness Program (PRP) builds the communication, leadership and professional skills today’s employers expect.
     
  • A 17:1 student-faculty ratio means professors know you and invest in your success.
     
  • Our accounting grads rank #1 nationally for CPA pass rates.
     
  • AACSB accreditation places us among the top 6% of business schools worldwide.
     
  • Student organizations and competitions create a community focused on achievement.



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Business at UNI

‌Business in Action


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You won’t just study business — you’ll do business. Internships, case competitions, consulting projects and networking with industry leaders mean you graduate ready to lead.

‌Credentials That Count


Business students building career-ready skills in a University of Northern Iowa classroom

Nationally ranked for academic excellence and value, our programs open doors to top employers — without opening a mountain of debt.

‌Personalized Learning


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Our faculty bring industry experience and genuine dedication to your success. Small classes mean you’re never just a number — you’re part of a thriving community.

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for Career Placement

Wilson College's 98% career placement rate is the highest among Iowa's public business colleges.

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89%

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Nearly 9 out of 10 Wilson College students gain real-world experience through an internship.

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16:1

Student to Faculty Ratio

Small class sizes mean professors know your name, understand your goals and are invested in your success.

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Business students studying together at the University of Northern Iowa.
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Shape your business path

Choose from 20+ majors, minors and certificates in today’s most in-demand business fields. Pair your coursework with:

  • Internships
  • Mentorships
  • Study abroad
  • The Professional Readiness Program 
  • Student organizations

So you graduate ready to lead!

Why UNI for business? See for yourself!

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Fastest-growing business jobs

Discover six of the fastest-growing careers for business majors—from marketing and finance to analytics and supply chain—and see which paths offer the strongest job growth, earning potential and long-term opportunities.

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Is a business degree worth it?

Wondering if a business degree is worth the investment? Explore the career opportunities, earning potential and long-term return on investment that make a business degree one of the most versatile paths you can choose.

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