Dordt University and University of Northern Iowa are frequently compared when students or parents prepare college admissions. Dordt is a four-year, private (not-for-profit) school located in Sioux Center, IA and UNI is a four-year, public school located in Cedar Falls, IA.
The following list compares two colleges briefly in important perspectives. You can compare them with comprehensive information on full comparison page.
| Dordt University | vs. | University of Northern Iowa |
|---|---|---|
| Sioux Center, Iowa | Location | Cedar Falls, Iowa |
| Four-year, Private (not-for-profit) | School Type | four-year, Public |
| Master's degree | Highest Degree Offered | Doctor's degree |
| Master's College and University (smaller programs) | Carnegie Classification | Master's College and University (larger programs) |
| $37,050 | 2025 Tuition & Fees | In-State$9,936
Out-Of-State$21,712 |
| 91% | % Receiving Financial Aid | 69% |
| $21,673 | Average Amount of Financial Aid | $7,415 |
| 68.47 % | Acceptance Rates | 92.74 % |
| 37.97 % | Yield (Enrollment Rates) | 31.10 % |
| 1,225 | SAT Score | 1,170 |
| 25 | ACT Score | 22 |
| 70 % | Graduation Rate | 68 % |
| - | Transfer-out Rate | 22 % |
| 85 % | Retention Rate | 82 % |
| 1,952 | Student Population | 9,278 |
| 98 | Number of Faculties | 407 |
| 14 to 1 | Students to Faculty Ratio | 18 to 1 |
| Distance Learning (Online Classes), Study Abroad, Teacher Certification | Special Learning Opportunities | Distance Learning (Online Classes), ROTC, Study Abroad, Teacher Certification |
| Academic/career counseling service, Employment services, Placement services | On Campus Student Services | Academic/career counseling service, Employment services, Placement services, On-campus daycare |