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, 2024-25

# 21

Best public business school

U.S. News & World Report, 2025-2026

# 8

Best Online MBA Program

Fortune, 2024

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.

4,456 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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Princeton Review ranks Tippie's online Iowa MBA among top 10 nationally

Wednesday, July 23, 2025
The Princeton Review has ranked the Tippie College of Business’ Iowa MBA among the top online programs in the country for 2025, placing it 6th among all programs and 4th among public universities. Those positions are up from the most recent ranking in 2023, when the Iowa MBA ranked 16th overall and 9th among public universities.
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Wildfire risk leads to higher financing costs for vulnerable cities

Tuesday, November 11, 2025
Wildfires cause billions of dollars in property damage to American communities every year, and a new study from the Tippie College of Business finds many cities are paying the price when they issue bonds.

Events

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Economics Alumni Panel

Monday, November 10, 2025 5:00pm to 7:00pm
Pappajohn Business Building

Join us for an exciting evening as we delve into the various career opportunities for Economics students!

The Economics Alumni Panel will feature six distinguished graduates from the University of Iowa's Economics Department, each sharing their unique journey and professional insights. Drawing from a broad range of industries and professions, our panel showcases the diverse journeys our Economics alumni have embarked upon since their time at Iowa. This is a unique opportunity, not only to be...

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Venture School

Tuesday, November 11, 2025 5:30pm to 9:00pm
UI Bioventures Center
Whether you're a startup founder, a corporate innovator, or a business leader looking to test a new product concept, Venture School offers a dynamic learning experience that goes far beyond traditional business training.
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Iowa Business Leadership Award presented to Lura McBride and Van Meter Inc.

Tuesday, November 11, 2025 6:00pm to 8:00pm
Big Grove Cedar Rapids
Iowa Business Leadership Award is presented to Lura McBride and the Employee-Owners of Van Meter Inc.
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