Opportunity at Iowa works to build relationships with prospective students as early as possible. Through activities like our Pen Pal program, as well as on-campus events and camps, we help students to see college and The University of Iowa as possible and meaningful options for the future.

If you are an elementary or middle school student, and you're interested in learning more about The University of Iowa, please contact us at opportunity@iowa.edu or call (319) 335-3555.

If you're the parent of an elementary or middle school student, and you'd like to know more about the opportunities at The University of Iowa available to younger students, please please contact us at opportunity@iowa.edu or call (319) 335-3555.

About Opportunity at Iowa

The charge of Opportunity at Iowa is to first recruit, and then support students from under-represented minority groups toward a successful experience at The University of Iowa. For more information, see our About OI page.

Campus Visits

The UI Office of Admissions offers several different options for campus visits.

For information on visiting campus, see the University's Visitors and Parents page.

If you're interested in a visit specific to Opportunity at Iowa or any of our programs, please contact us through our main email or phone.

Programs for Elementary Students

Opportunity at Iowa is always looking for ways to connect elementary age students with The University of Iowa.

Pen Pal Project - The Pen Pal Program is an early contact program where University of Iowa faculty, staff, and students write letters to, and visit elementary-aged children through out the academic year.

Programs for Middle School Students

While most students begin preparing for college in high school, studies have shown that many students can benefit a great deal from earlier college-related experiences and exposure. Towards this end, Opportunity at Iowa supports two programs for middle school students.

Jacobson Entrepreneurship Academy - The Jacobson Entrepreneurship Academy is a week-long day camp for Iowa middle school students interested in entrepreneurship and owning a business.

All-State Music Camp - The All-State Music Camp (ASMC) offers students musical training and experience beyond that available in their home schools, including group instruction, master classes, and classroom instruction in most phases of vocal and instrumental music.

College Prep Guide

Preparations for college are beginning to occur earlier and earlier in a student's academic career. From financial considerations to areas of study to academic preperation, late-elementary and middle school can be the right time to start thinking about and planning for college.

The University of Iowa Office of Admissions offers a short College Prep guide for students considering college and Iowa.

UI Admissions College Prep Guide

Information for Parents

Considering college for your child is a daunting prospect for any parent, even those who've gone to college or sent older kids to college already. It's hard to imagine them on their own and away from home. At the same time, though, it seems like just yesterday they were falling asleep in their oatmeal—the time between now and high school graduation will probably go by just as quickly.

Support from parents can prove a critical factor in a student's collegiate success. Opportunity at Iowa and The University of Iowa offer several resources to help parents with the planning and transition for college:

UI Admissions College Prep Guide
Parents Section in the University Admissions Site
UI Parents Association
The University page for Parents and Visitors

Again, if you have question about OI or The University of Iowa, please contact us at opportunity@iowa.edu or call us at (319) 335-3555.