Upper Iowa University - Fort Polk

08/21/2026

It’s Official! 🎶🔥 Dylan Scott, Secondhand Serenade, and DJ Press Play are coming to Fort Polk Forge Fest on September 19th! Mark your calendars! 📅

📍 HQ Field
⏰ Gates open at 4 PM

UIU is a proud sponsor of this event! Come hang out with Upper Iowa University and learn about:
🎓 $250 per credit hour active-duty rates for graduate & undergraduate courses
🎖️ Military Family Grant
🇺🇸 Veteran rates
📚 And much more!

Stop by, say hello, and discover how Upper Iowa University can help you reach your education goals. We’ll see you at Forge Fest! 🤘

08/20/2026

Exciting news from UIU! 🎉 uiuElevate is officially here, offering flexible online opportunities for professional development, continuing education and specialized learning.

FAYETTE, Iowa — Upper Iowa University (UIU) announced the launch of uiuElevate, a new learning platform designed to make professional development,

08/20/2026

🎓 Don't miss out! Come join Upper Iowa University at the Fort Polk Installation Services Fair! 🇺🇸
📅 August 26 | 4:30 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.
📍 The Warrior Center
Come meet installation leadership and explore the many programs and services available to our military community!
Stop by the Upper Iowa University table to learn more about:
✅ Educational goals and degree options
✅ 90-Credit Bachelor of Business Administration Program (new students only – May 2026)
✅ Military Family Grant with a $250 tuition rate
✅ Military Tuition Assistance (TA) and active duty $250 per credit hour rate for undergraduate and graduate courses
✅ And much more!
📚 Fall registration is going on now, with classes starting August 31st and October 26th!
Not a Peacock yet? Apply now at uiu.edu/apply 💙🦚
Plus, enjoy:
🍴 Complimentary food for attendees
👨‍👩‍👧 FREE childcare for service members, families, and guests
This is a great opportunity to connect, ask questions, and take the next step toward your future. We look forward to seeing you there!

08/19/2026

Undergraduate Degree Earners report finds that more students are building on earlier credentials, returning to school, and changing fields of study.

08/16/2026

🎉 You’re Almost There, Peacocks! 🦚💙

Hang in there and keep going! You got this! You’ve made it this far, and now it’s time for the final week of Summer Session 6! 🎓✨

Take a moment to congratulate yourself and recognize the hard work, dedication, and effort you’ve put in. You are almost complete—finish strong! 💪📚

🍂 Looking Ahead: Fall Registration Is Open!
Registration for Fall Sessions 1 & 2 is going on now, and classes are filling up! Don’t forget to secure your spot.

👉 Register through the MyUIU Portal or contact us at 337-537-4465 if you need assistance.

Not a student yet? No worries! 😊 Complete your free, no-obligation application at uiu.edu/apply and discover what UIU can do for you!

Keep pushing. Keep believing. Keep going! 🌟

Go Peacocks! 🦚💙

08/15/2026

🎓 Think it’s too late to go back to school? Think again.

Whether you’re ready for a career change, looking to finish the degree you started years ago, or ready to take your next step—Upper Iowa University is built for learners at every stage of life.

💙 Have college credits already? UIU’s transfer-friendly policies can help you make the most of the credits you’ve earned and move closer to your degree. If you have credits from another college, our generous transfer credit policy means you can likely apply many of those credits to your degree program at UIU.

You may transfer:

Up to 78 credits from an accredited two-year college
Up to 90 credits from a four-year college

📚 Explore degree programs designed to help you reach your goals—on your timeline.

⏰ The time is now. Fall 8-week sessions begin August 31 and October 26.

💰Qualifying partnerships schools may also save you money with a transfer connect scholarship.

👉 Ready to make your next move? Apply now: uiu.edu/apply

Your goals didn’t expire. Your credits don't expire. To learn more about UIU's transfer policy check out https://uiu.edu/admissions/transfer/ or contact us at 337-537-4465.

08/14/2026

🚔 Did You Know? 🎓

Upper Iowa University is proud to offer a Corporate Advantage Partnership with the Fraternal Order of Police!

If you are an active member of the FOP, you may be eligible for a tuition discount through UIU. This is a great opportunity for law enforcement professionals to continue their education while receiving support for their service and dedication.

The Fraternal Order of Police is the largest law enforcement organization in the United States, representing over 373,000 members and more than 2,200 local lodges nationwide.

FOP membership includes several categories, such as:

✅ Active Members – Full-time, sworn government law enforcement officers with arrest powers
✅ Retired Members – Based on local lodge guidelines
✅ FOP Auxiliary Members – Family members, age 18 or older, of FOP members in good standing
✅ FOP Associates – Civilian supporters who want to back law enforcement efforts

At Upper Iowa University, we recognize the commitment of law enforcement professionals and are honored to support their educational goals.

📚 Learn more about your eligibility and how this scholarship partnership can help you take the next step in your education! Apply today at uiu.edu/apply. Classes start August 31 and October 26!

08/13/2026

✨ The Time Is NOW. You Are Worth the Investment. ✨

Maybe you’re starting something new.
Maybe you’re restarting a dream.
Or maybe you’re ready to change your career path and create a new future.

Wherever you are in your journey, Upper Iowa University hears you. 💙💛 We have flexible options designed to help you take the next step and complete your goals—because your dreams are worth pursuing, and you are worth the investment.

🎓 Classes start August 31! Don’t wait for the “perfect” time. Sometimes, the best time to begin is simply NOW.

👉 Ready to invest in yourself? Apply today: uiu.edu/apply

Your next chapter starts with one decision. Make it count. 💙💛

Go Peacocks! 🦚

08/12/2026

🌟 Wednesday Wisdom from Upper Iowa University! 🌟

The countdown is ON! ⏰ Classes start August 31—are you ready for the semester?

Here’s your midweek checklist: ✅

📚 Registered for your classes?
💰 Completed your 2026–2027 FAFSA?
💻 Logged into UIU Learn?
📋 Checked your NetPartner account?
🏦 Set up your BankMobile account?
📚Ordered your Books? https://uiu.edu/experience/bookstore/

If you checked all the boxes—YOU’RE READY! 🎉 If not, now is the perfect time to get those things taken care of before classes begin.

And if you’re not a UIU student yet… no worries! There’s still time to start your journey with us. 💙💛

👉 Apply now: uiu.edu/apply

Your future is waiting. Let’s get you ready for August 31! 🎓