The following information is for undergraduate students who are studying in one of UIU's international centers outside of the United States.
Center Program Registration
Registration materials are available at the local International Program center office for new and currently enrolled students approximately four weeks before the start of each term. You are strongly encouraged to register early. Courses may close when enrollment reaches classroom capacity.
Each international center or program has specific fees based on local pricing and country. Tuition and any course-related fees are due at the time of registration or by the first night of class unless other arrangements are made available by the center. You may request a full list of tuition and fees from the local center.
Term Dates and Program Information
Center specific term dates, programs and majors offered are available at each center.
International Center Course Delivery and Schedule
The goal of Upper Iowa University is to offer its curriculum on a schedule that allows learners to take courses and continue their careers. Course delivery and schedule vary by center. Some International Centers offer courses on an eight week schedule, while others follow a 12 week schedule. Check with your local center to determine the course schedule offered in your area.
Changes in Center Program Registration, Refund Policy, and Course Withdrawal
To make registration changes, withdraw from a course, or inquire about refund policy, you must contact local center staff.
All official records are maintained at Upper Iowa University in Fayette, Iowa, USA. While you may submit documents to the local center, all official copies will be sent for your permanent record in the U.S. You may request a student or official copy of your Upper Iowa University transcript at any time. (See page 30 for information on requesting a transcript from UIU.)
If your consecutive absences exceed the number of class meetings per week, three absences for classes meeting twice per week or two absences for classes meeting once per week, center staff will initiate the administrative withdrawal procedure and will contact you. In the absence of extenuating circumstances, a grade of AW will be recorded and you will be removed from the class.
Excused Absences/Leaves of Absence
Upper Iowa University does not distinguish between types of absences. Official leaves of absence are not granted. Records on tardiness are not maintained by the Registrar's Office.
Class Cancellations
Contact center staff for policies regarding class cancellations.
Class Attendance
As an Upper Iowa University learner, you are expected to attend class regularly and promptly in order to do satisfactory work. While attendance will not be used in grade determination, class participation requirements are set forth by individual instructors. These expectations may be more stringent in some classes than others. When you must be absent from class because of illness or emergency, you are expected to arrange for the completion of make-up tests or homework with the individual faculty member(s). These arrangements are to be made prior to the incurred absence, except in emergency situations.
Transferring to Other UIU Locations
As an Upper Iowa University student you may transfer to any other UIU location if the courses you need are available. Contact the International Programs Central Office in Fayette for more information on these options: international@uiu.edu or 563-425-5251.
Distance Learning
International Program learners may choose to enroll in the Online and External Degree Program courses. Tuition for these courses is separate from tuition paid at your local center. More information about each program can be found in this catalog or at www.uiu.edu. Contact the International Programs Central Office for answers to your questions: international@uiu.edu or 563-425-5251.
