We're hard to beat for business

At the Tippie College of Business, we’re educating the next generation of creative problem solvers, fearless leaders, entrepreneurs, disruptors, and innovators. In a word—you.

We encourage you to explore our world of opportunities—from eight undergraduate majors, graduate programs, PhD programs, executive education, and faculty research—and get a feel for all we can offer.

We’re excited to welcome you to your bright future in business.

See how we stack up

When you attend a university that’s consistently ranked among the best, its credibility and prestige follows you no matter where you go.

# 1

Best business school in Iowa

U.S. News & World Report, 2025

# 21

Best public business school

U.S. News & World Report, 2026

# 11

Best Public Online MBA

#14 Best Overall
U.S. News & World Report, 2026

There's so much waiting for you to explore

Thought leadership in action

As a Tier 1 research institution, our faculty is publishing relevant, accessible, actionable research on some of today’s most salient issues.

There’s a place for you here

The Tippie College of Business is committed to being a place where members of our community feel valued in a learning environment that is welcoming to all.

4,552 undergraduates. 1,818 grad students. Countless opportunities to shine.

News

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The Tippie of Tomorrow

Thursday, September 25, 2025
Introducing the newly reimagined business campus at the University of Iowa.
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Looking for your first job? Be flexible, gain momentum

Monday, May 11, 2026
What kind of job market will 2026 graduates face after they turn their tassels? The director of undergraduate career services at the Tippie College of Business says it’s complicated, competitive, and changing faster than many realize.
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Trade with China quietly shook U.S. community banks

Friday, May 8, 2026
A new study from a Tippie College of Business researcher finds the financial services sector has been hit hard in regions that have struggled since China joined the WTO, especially small community banks that rely on local businesses and borrowers.

Events

Out to Lunch in Des Moines

Wednesday, June 10, 2026 11:00am to 1:30pm
Pappajohn Education Center

Des Moines Tippie alumni and friends—join us downtown for lunch!

Wednesday, June 10
11:00 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.
12th Street (Grand to Locust)
Des Moines, IA

The Tippie College of Business is proud to serve as a location sponsor for the Greater Des Moines Partnership's Out to Lunch series. This free, public event offers a fun and welcoming opportunity for downtown employees, residents, and visitors to gather, connect, and enjoy a lively outdoor atmosphere.

We warmly invite Tippie alumni and all University...

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NSF I-Corps Workshop

Monday, July 6, 2026 4:00pm to 6:00pm
Virtual
The NSF I-Corps program at the University of Iowa, led by the John Pappajohn Entrepreneurial Center (Iowa JPEC), helps researchers, innovators, and early-stage startups explore the commercial potential of their work and make a real impact in the world.
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AI Services Challenge

Tuesday, July 28 to Thursday, July 30, 2026 (all day)
UI Bioventures Center
AI Services Challenge
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