Upper Iowa University to launch new degrees with workforce needs in mind

By: Brooklyn Draisey

Outlets: Iowa Capital Dispatch

Published: July 8, 2026

Words: 307

Last Updated: 2 weeks ago


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Upper Iowa University is responding to workforce demands with the introduction of new academic programs and pathways for undergraduate and graduate students, university officials say.

The private university, located in Fayette, announced in a news release it will offer bachelor’s degrees in digital marketing, project management and public health starting this fall, as well as a new emphasis on business analytics within its established master of business administration degree.

Billie Cowley, Upper Iowa University vice …

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