Start your next chapter
You can study business at any number of universities. Here's what makes Tippie different: a collaborative, not cutthroat, environment. Loads of hands-on learning opportunities. A culture of belonging that values varied points of view. An emphasis on communication you won't find anywhere else. And that’s just for starters.
If you've got big dreams (and the drive to reach them), then Tippie is the place for you.
You'll love it here
The business school is a close-knit community inside a Big Ten university. You'll see familiar faces in every class. Bonus: You get to spend your time in a great college town, ranked #1 in America by Reviews.org.
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U.S. News & World Report, 2025-2026
Get in where you fit in
Whether you've already established your 4-year plan, or are still exploring your options, there’s a place for you here. We offer plenty of chances to explore your interests through immersive hands-on projects, life-changing internships, and a variety of student organizations. If you’re driven to succeed, then you belong at Tippie.
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U.S. News & World Report, 2025-26
Make connections that lead to careers
As a Tippie student, you’ll gain a solid base of business fundamentals with an emphasis on communication that makes employers take notice. You’ll also connect with a vast network of industry leaders — so when they’re ready to make their next hire, you’re at the top of their list.
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Look forward with confidence
Prepare for your future in business by gaining skills employers want today, and the ones they’ll demand years from now. Whether you dream of starting your own venture, can’t wait to dive into company data, or have ambitions to lead a team—our innovative courses will set you up for success.
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The Princeton Review (2025)
Make this experience your own
We give you possibilities—so you can build the future you want.
Tippie is where you can find your calling. While we offer eight majors that run the gamut of business, you don’t have to declare a major right away. Here, you can build your experience as you go. You can double major, join a student organization, get involved with cultural centers, study abroad, explore your interests, and find out what truly inspires you.
“At Tippie they encouraged me to go out of my comfort zone and pursue a dual degree when no other school did.”
Communication is in our DNA
As the #1 writing school in the nation, the University of Iowa prioritizes communication in all of our curriculum across our colleges. At Tippie, we consistently hear that it’s among the top ten skills employers are look for in new hires. The Frank Business Communication Center is your resource for improving your writing, presentation, and visualization.
Read all about it
Browse our viewbook to see how others have found their place here at Tippie.