Support networks

• Student Organizations—There are more than 400 student organizations recognized by the UI Office of Student Life. Several of them are based on religious faith, including Campus Christian Fellowship, Hillel, and the Association of Muslims in America.

Curriculum

• Philosophy—The goal of this department is to impart knowledge of fundamental issues and main developments in philosophy while strengthening students' logical and analytical skills.
• Religious Studies—Drawing upon the expertise, research, and scholarly ability of its faculty, this department strives to foster a critical and appreciative understanding of religion.

Education and advocacy

• Office of Equal Opportunity and Diversity—This office serves to support and enhance the University's commitment to recruiting and retaining a diverse community of faculty, staff, and students.

Community resources
The Iowa City area hosts many places of worship, including facilities for Muslims, Baptists, Catholics, Christians, Episcopalians, Jews, Lutherans, Mennonites, and Presbyterians. Check a local phone book for more information, or review this contact information provided by the Friends of International Scholars:

• Association of Campus Ministers

Financial aid and scholarships

• UI Scholarships—You can find details about many scholarships on our web site, but be sure to check other web sites for additional scholarship opportunities.
• UI Office of Student Financial Aid—If paying for your education is an issue, start your scholarship search here by finding out how to file a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). This federal form collects the income-related data used by most colleges to determine your eligibility for scholarships (and grants and loans) based on your financial need.
• External Scholarship Resources for Diverse Populations (419KB)*—This 33-page resource guide, compiled by Val Garr, director of Diversity Relations and Outreach in the UI Office of Admissions, contains information about scholarship opportunities outside the University.

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