UNI at Western Iowa Tech Community College
The opportunity to finish your degree is here!
The University of Northern Iowa and Western Iowa Tech Community College (WITCC) have partnered to expand pathways to online degree completion opportunities for WITCC students looking to complete a four-year degree, and without the need to attend classes on the UNI campus in Cedar Falls.
Why UNI?
- An advisor is assigned to each student and provides a highly individualized experience to assist students in navigating their journey to completing a bachelor's degree.
- Degree programs are tailored to meet the unique needs of nontraditional students who cannot travel to Cedar Falls to attend classes on the UNI campus.
- Distance students have access to UNI's entire set of support services that are designed to promote student success.
- We strive to make high-quality degree completion opportunities as accessible to students as possible. Students in these programs pay UNI's standard tuition rate and minimal student fees. Financial Aid is also available.
Contact us
Whether you're a prospective student interested in additional information about a particular program, or a community college partner with a question, please complete the form, or call or email us!
Paul Sapp
IACC Director
paul.sapp@uni.edu
319-273-2864
Susan Grau
Advisor & Student Success Specialist
Office of Admissions
Book a virtual appointment
susan.grau@uni.edu
319-273-5574
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is the degree pathways partnership between WITCC/UNI?
This partnership provides WITCC students located in and around Sioux City the opportunity to complete a UNI degree without the need to attend classes in Cedar Falls. Students will enroll in online UNI classes upon completion of a WITCC 2-year degree. There are several degree completion pathways available at a distance.
- Can I take UNI classes on the WITCC campus?
At this time, face-to-face UNI courses are not offered at the WITCC campus. UNI coursework is completed online through Blackboard and interactive video conferencing platforms such as Zoom.
- What scholarships and grants are available?
Future Ready Scholarships are available for students looking to complete their bachelor's degree online from UNI. Students enrolled in programs through the UNI at WITCC partnership should complete the FAFSA each year to be eligible for financial aid.
Please note that Guided Independent Study courses are not eligible to receive financial aid - check with your advisor for more details.
- What if the degree I'm interested in isn't available online?
Hundreds of community college students transfer to UNI's beautiful campus in Cedar Falls every year. Learn more about the UNI transfer programs at majors.uni.edu.
- When can I start?
For many of the degree completion programs, you can begin courses in any semester. However, some programs are offered on a cohort basis and begin during specific terms. Visit iacc.uni.edu to find the next start option for your program of interest.
- Should I apply for admission to UNI?
Yes, and at the time you apply, please send us your most recent WITCC transcript. You can also attach an unofficial version to your application for admission. Once you've finished at WITCC, you'll need to have them send your final, official transcript directly to UNI. If you've completed coursework from any other colleges/institutions, we’ll also need final, official transcripts sent to the Office of Admissions from that institution. Students are encouraged to apply for admission at least one semester before attending UNI.
- How will my UNI advisor help me to earn my degree?
Your UNI advisor is committed to your success and will be there every step of the way as you work toward your degree. Our advisors have deep experience and recognize the unique needs of adult learners. We hope that you and your advisor will form a trusted partnership during your program.
- How long will it take to complete my degree?
This will depend on the program and the number of credits you have already earned. Our degree completion programs typically assume students have already completed an associate’s degree, which leaves around 60 credits to be completed at UNI.
Most programs are designed for part-time enrollment and can be completed in a little over three years.
- What are the requirements to apply for the program?
Many of the programs require an associate's degree. Find the specific admission requirements for your program of interest.
- Is an online program the same as an on-campus program to employers?
Whether you complete a UNI program online or on-campus, rest assured you are receiving a quality education from dedicated UNI faculty, designed to launch or elevate your career.
Just as there is no difference in the level of instruction, there is also no difference in how the degree will display on your transcript. All degrees awarded at UNI are accredited through the Higher Learning Commission.