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School of Applied Human Sciences
A multidisciplinary, pre-professional school preparing students for careers in helping people build better lives

Master of Arts in Counseling
UNI’s Counseling Program caters to student needs by providing one-on-one advising, intimate class size, and small student-to-faculty ratios. Classes are largely based upon interactive discussion and application of counseling skills. Students gain valuable, hands-on experience through a rigorous practicum and internship with highly skilled and trained professionals currently in the field.
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Family Services
Our family services program focuses on the theory and research on family relationships and human development, with an applied focus in order to help prepare students for work in the human services field or to attend graduate school.
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Gerontology
As the ONLY four-year gerontology program in the state of Iowa, UNI prepares students for a career in caring.
The major offers two tracks: social sciences and long-term care administration. Approximately half of UNI gerontology students work in nursing homes after graduation, with others working in a wide variety of senior support services.
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Interior Design
The design of a room can greatly affect every person who steps into a given space. As an interior design major at UNI, students will become thoughtful, creative and ethical problem solvers in the interior design profession. Equipped with state-of-the-art grafting and digital rendering software, the program prides itself on helping its students achieve through education, experience and thorough preparation for the licensing exam.
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Textiles & Apparel
Here, in the heart of Iowa, UNI has developed an industry-responsive program that can move you into a challenging job with advancement potential. Our industry board, based in Minneapolis, keeps us in touch with national and international trends and helps students with internships and job placements. Whether your interest is marketing, design, advertising, product development, sourcing or buying, we have classes and faculty to lead you on your way to success. Discover your passion with Textiles & Apparel (TAPP).
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