University of

With about 30,000 students, The University of Iowa is one of the nation's top public research universities and the smallest public institution in the Big Ten. Iowa is known around the world for its balanced commitment to the arts, sciences, and humanities. It's home to one of the nation's largest academic medical centers, the pioneering Iowa Writer's Workshop, and hundreds of options for affordable, accessible education. The University of Iowa is located in the casual yet cosmopolitan environment of Iowa City, widely recognized as one of the country's most livable communities.