For programs that are designed to meet or are advertised as meeting educational requirements for a specific professional license, U.S. Federal Regulations (34 CFR § 668.43) require the University of Iowa to disclose information regarding whether the program does or does not meet educational requirements for licensure in each U.S. state or territory (or if a determination has not been made). Some state licensing boards impose additional requirements beyond education, such as satisfactory performance on an examination, post-graduation experience, passing a criminal background check, etc.  The programmatic disclosures herein do not guarantee individual ability to meet other requirements unrelated to educational programming. There may also be additional requirements for maintenance of licensure, such as continuing education. 

Licensure requirements vary by jurisdiction and are subject to change, as are other state laws or regulations that may affect your application for licensure. A student considering a program that leads to licensure should contact the licensing agency for the state or territory in which they intend to practice to confirm the most current requirements.  

 

UI Programs Leading to Licensure

College of Liberal Arts and Sciences

The University of Iowa's PhD program in Clinical Psychology is accredited by the APA (American Psychological Association) and PCSAS (Psychological Clinical Science Accreditation System). APA accreditation is recognized in all U.S. states as providing required education for psychology license eligibility, but some states impose additional education and training requirements.

State Boards of Psychology determine training requirements for licensure and typically include post-doctoral training as well as examinations beyond the educational requirements. 

As of its most recent review, the University of Iowa has determined that the Clinical Psychology program meets educational requirements for licensure in U.S. states and territories as shown in the table below.

State requirements are subject to change.  Students should confirm current licensing requirements directly with the jurisdiction in which they are interested in licensure.

Y=yes, meets educational requirements; N=no, does not meet educational requirements

State/TerritoryYNNote State/TerritoryYNNote
AlabamaY   New Jersey NRequires additional coursework/training
AlaskaY   New MexicoY  
ArizonaY   New York NRequires additional coursework/training
ArkansasY   North CarolinaY  
California NRequires additional coursework/training North Dakota NNorth Dakota does not accept telepsychology in place of face to face supervision requirements
ColoradoY   OhioY  
ConnecticutY   OklahomaY  
DelawareY   OregonY  
District of ColumbiaY   PennsylvaniaY  
FloridaY   Rhode IslandY  
GeorgiaY   South CarolinaY  
HawaiiY   South DakotaY  
IdahoY   TennesseeY  
IllinoisY   TexasY  
IndianaY   UtahY  
IowaY   VermontY  
KansasY   VirginiaY  
KentuckyY   WashingtonY  
LouisianaY   West VirginiaY  
MaineY   WisconsinY  
MarylandY   WyomingY  
MassachusettsY   American Samoa  Please contact the program with questions about educational requirements for licensure in this jurisdiction.
Michigan NRequires additional coursework/training Federated States of Micronesia  Please contact the program with questions about educational requirements for licensure in this jurisdiction.
MinnesotaY   Guam  Please contact the program with questions about educational requirements for licensure in this jurisdiction.
MississippiY   Northern Mariana Islands  Please contact the program with questions about educational requirements for licensure in this jurisdiction.
MissouriY   Puerto Rico  Please contact the program with questions about educational requirements for licensure in this jurisdiction.
MontanaY   Republic of Marshall Islands  Please contact the program with questions about educational requirements for licensure in this jurisdiction.
NebraskaY   Republic of Palau  Please contact the program with questions about educational requirements for licensure in this jurisdiction.
NevadaY   US Virgin IslandsY  
New HampshireY       

 

The University of Iowa's MSW program in Social Work is accredited by the Council on Social Work Education (CSWE).

All master’s level social workers in Iowa must be licensed to practice. To obtain master’s level licensure in Iowa, individuals must earn a master’s degree in social work from a college accredited by the CSWE and must receive a passing score on the designated Association of Social Work Boards (ASWB) exam for the type of licensure they are seeking.

As of its most recent review, the University of Iowa has determined that the MSW program meets educational requirements for licensure in U.S. states and territories as shown in the table below.

State requirements are subject to change.  Students should confirm current licensing requirements directly with the jurisdiction in which they are interested in licensure.

Y=yes, meets educational requirements; N=no, does not meet educational requirements

State/TerritoryYNNote State/TerritoryYNNote
AlabamaY   New JerseyY  
AlaskaY   New MexicoY  
ArizonaY   New YorkY  
ArkansasY   North CarolinaY  
CaliforniaY California does not require licensure for nonclinical social workers.  UI’s MSW program meets educational requirements for licensure as a clinical social worker. North DakotaY  
ColoradoY   OhioY  
ConnecticutY   OklahomaY  
DelawareY   OregonY  
District of ColumbiaY   PennsylvaniaY  
FloridaY   Rhode IslandY  
GeorgiaY   South CarolinaY  
HawaiiY   South DakotaY  
IdahoY   TennesseeY  
IllinoisY   TexasY  
IndianaY   UtahY  
IowaY   VermontY  
KansasY   VirginiaY  
KentuckyY   WashingtonY  
LouisianaY   West VirginiaY  
MaineY   WisconsinY  
MarylandY   WyomingY  
MassachusettsY   American Samoa  MSW license not required
MichiganY   Federated States of Micronesia  Please contact the program with questions about educational requirements for licensure in this jurisdiction.
MinnesotaY   GuamY  
MississippiY   Northern Mariana IslandsY  
MissouriY   Puerto RicoY  
MontanaY   Republic of Marshall Islands  Please contact the program with questions about educational requirements for licensure in this jurisdiction.
NebraskaY   Republic of Palau  Please contact the program with questions about educational requirements for licensure in this jurisdiction.
NevadaY   US Virgin IslandsY  
New HampshireY New Hampshire does not require licensure for nonclinical social workers.  UI’s MSW program meets educational requirements for licensure as a clinical social worker.     

 

The University of Iowa's MA program in Speech Pathology and Audiology is accredited by the Council on Academic Accreditation (CAA) in Audiology and Speech-Language Pathology of the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA).  The curriculum is designed to ensure that graduates will meet both national ASHA  accreditation standards and Iowa licensure requirements.

This program meets the educational requirements for licensure in Iowa. Students may contact the program with questions about educational requirements for licensure in other U.S. states and territories.

State requirements are subject to change. Students should confirm licensing requirements directly with the jurisdiction in which they are interested in licensure.

The University of Iowa's Doctor of Audiology (AuD) program is accredited by the Council on Academic Accreditation (CAA) in Audiology and Speech-Language Pathology of the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA).  The curriculum is designed to ensure that graduates will meet both national ASHA accreditation standards and Iowa licensure requirements.

This program meets the educational requirements for licensure in Iowa. Students may contact the program with questions about educational requirements for licensure in other U.S. states and territories.

State requirements are subject to change. Students should confirm licensing requirements directly with the jurisdiction in which they are interested in licensure.

Tippie College of Business

Program delivery mode:In person
Regulated profession:Certified Public Accountant (CPA)
Program information:Web site   |   General Catalog
Accrediting body:Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB)
Licensing information by state/territory:

The Tippie College of Business is accredited by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB).

The Master of Accountancy (MAc) program is designed to prepare students to sit for the Certified Public Accountant (CPA) exam and pursue CPA licensure. Requirements to sit for the CPA exam and for CPA licensure vary by state. Most states require 150 semester hours of credit to become a licensed CPA, including specific courses and a minimum number of accounting hours.

As of its most recent review, the University of Iowa has determined that the MAc program meets educational requirements for licensure in U.S. states and territories as shown in the table below.

State requirements are subject to change.  Students should confirm current licensing requirements directly with the jurisdiction in which they are interested in licensure.

Y=yes, meets educational requirements; N=no, does not meet educational requirements

State/TerritoryYNNote State/TerritoryYNNote
AlabamaY   New JerseyY  
AlaskaY   New MexicoY  
ArizonaY   New YorkY  
ArkansasY Must take ACCT:4400 for governmental content North CarolinaY  
CaliforniaY Must fulfill sufficient ethics credits North DakotaY  
ColoradoY Must fulfill sufficient auditing and ethics credits OhioY  
ConnecticutY   OklahomaY  
DelawareY   OregonY  
District of ColumbiaY Undergrad/MAc must include business law PennsylvaniaY  
FloridaY Undergrad/MAc must include business law Rhode IslandY  
GeorgiaY   South CarolinaY  
HawaiiY   South DakotaY  
IdahoY   TennesseeY  
IllinoisY   Texas NRequires an ethics course that includes Texas Board of Accountancy rules
IndianaY   UtahY  
IowaY   VermontY Undergrad/MAc must include business law
KansasY Must fulfill sufficient business law and communications credits VirginiaY  
KentuckyY   WashingtonY  
LouisianaY Undergrad/MAc must include business law West VirginiaY Must fulfill sufficient business law and ethics credits
MaineY   WisconsinY  
MarylandY Must fulfill sufficient ethics credits WyomingY  
MassachusettsY   American Samoa  Please contact the program with questions about educational requirements for licensure in this jurisdiction.
MichiganY Must take ACCT:4400 for governmental content Federated States of Micronesia  Please contact the program with questions about educational requirements for licensure in this jurisdiction.
MinnesotaY   Guam  Please contact the program with questions about educational requirements for licensure in this jurisdiction.
Mississippi NRequires a 3-hour governmental/NFP accounting course Northern Mariana IslandsY  
MissouriY   Puerto RicoY  
MontanaY   Republic of Marshall Islands  Please contact the program with questions about educational requirements for licensure in this jurisdiction.
NebraskaY Must take ACCT:4400 for governmental content Republic of Palau  Please contact the program with questions about educational requirements for licensure in this jurisdiction.
NevadaY Undergrad/MAc must include business law US Virgin IslandsY  
New HampshireY       

 

College of Dentistry

The University of Iowa College of Dentistry is accredited by the Commission on Dental Accreditation (CODA) of the American Dental Association (ADA).

A graduate of a CODA-accredited dental school who has successfully completed required examinations may apply for a dental license in any U.S. state.  

Students should confirm licensing requirements directly with the jurisdiction in which they are interested in licensure.

Y=yes, meets educational requirements; N=no, does not meet educational requirements

State/TerritoryYNNote State/TerritoryYNNote
AlabamaY   New JerseyY  
AlaskaY   New MexicoY  
ArizonaY   New YorkY  
ArkansasY   North CarolinaY  
CaliforniaY   North DakotaY  
ColoradoY   OhioY  
ConnecticutY   OklahomaY  
DelawareY   OregonY  
District of ColumbiaY   PennsylvaniaY  
FloridaY   Rhode IslandY  
GeorgiaY   South CarolinaY  
HawaiiY   South DakotaY  
IdahoY   TennesseeY  
IllinoisY   TexasY  
IndianaY   UtahY  
IowaY   VermontY  
KansasY   VirginiaY  
KentuckyY   WashingtonY  
LouisianaY   West VirginiaY  
MaineY   WisconsinY  
MarylandY   WyomingY  
MassachusettsY   American Samoa  Please contact the program with questions about educational requirements for licensure in this jurisdiction.
MichiganY   Federated States of Micronesia  Please contact the program with questions about educational requirements for licensure in this jurisdiction.
MinnesotaY   Guam  Please contact the program with questions about educational requirements for licensure in this jurisdiction.
MississippiY   Northern Mariana Islands  Please contact the program with questions about educational requirements for licensure in this jurisdiction.
MissouriY   Puerto Rico  Please contact the program with questions about educational requirements for licensure in this jurisdiction.
MontanaY   Republic of Marshall Islands  Please contact the program with questions about educational requirements for licensure in this jurisdiction.
NebraskaY   Republic of Palau  Please contact the program with questions about educational requirements for licensure in this jurisdiction.
NevadaY   US Virgin Islands  Please contact the program with questions about educational requirements for licensure in this jurisdiction.
New HampshireY       

 

College of Education

Counselor Education

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The University of Iowa MA in Clinical Mental Health Counseling is accredited by the Council for Accreditation of Counseling and Related Educational Programs (CACREP).  Graduates of the program have completed the educational requirements to apply for licensure as mental health counselors in Iowa and are eligible for certification by the National Board for Certified Counselors (NBCC).

Students may contact the program with questions about educational requirements for licensure in U.S. states and territories other than Iowa.

State requirements are subject to change. Students should confirm licensing requirements directly with the jurisdiction in which they are interested in licensure.

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Program delivery mode:In person
Regulated Profession:Rehabilitation Counselor
Program Information:Web site   |   General Catalog  
Program contact:Department of Counselor Education
Accrediting Bodies:Council for Accreditation of Counseling and Related Educational Programs (CACREP)
Licensing information by state/territory:Commission on Rehabilitation Counselor Certification

The University of Iowa master's program in Rehabilitation Counseling is accredited by the Council for Accreditation of Counseling and Related Educational Programs (CACREP). Graduates of the program are eligible for certification by the Commission on Rehabilitation Counselor Certification (CRCC).

The program prepares professional counselors to provide assistance in psychological wellness, employment, independent living, and personal or economic development to persons with disabilities and other individuals who encounter barriers in meeting their own functional needs. Licensing requirements for rehabilitation counselors differ by state and by the type of services provided.

The University of Iowa master's program in Rehabilitation Counseling meets the educational requirements for licensure in Iowa.  Students may contact the program with questions about educational requirements for licensure in other U.S. states and territories.

State requirements are subject to change. Students should confirm licensing requirements directly with the jurisdiction in which they are interested in licensure.

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The University of Iowa MA degree program in counselor education with a school counseling sub-program is accredited by the Council for Accreditation of Counseling and Related Educational Programs (CACREP). Successful graduates have completed the educational requirements for K–12 school counselor licensure (initial professional service license with counselor endorsement) in Iowa.

Students may contact the program with questions about educational requirements for licensure in U.S. states and territories other than Iowa.

State requirements are subject to change. Students should confirm licensing requirements directly with the jurisdiction in which they are interested in licensure.

Educational Policy and Leadership Studies

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Program delivery mode:Online, Hybrid
 Principal / Supervisor of Special Education
Program information:Web site   |   General Catalog  
Program contact:Office of Student Services - Licensure and Standards
Accrediting body:Iowa State Board of Education
Licensing information by state/territory: 

The University of Iowa MA program in Educational Leadership is an online, accredited Iowa school administrator licensure program that prepares students for appointments as school principals and for positions in area education agencies and state departments of education.  Students may pursue the program with or without the licensure option.

The principal/supervisor of special education licensure and endorsement programs are also available as stand-alone programs for students who hold a teaching license and have at least three years of teaching experience.

As of its most recent review, the University of Iowa has determined that these programs meet educational requirements for licensure in U.S. states and territories as shown in the table below.

State requirements are subject to change.  Students should confirm current licensing requirements directly with the jurisdiction in which they are interested in licensure.

Y=yes, meets educational requirements; N=no, does not meet educational requirements

State/TerritoryYNNote State/TerritoryYNNote
Alabama    New Jersey   
Alaska    New Mexico   
Arizona    New York   
Arkansas    North Carolina   
California    North Dakota   
Colorado    Ohio   
Connecticut    Oklahoma   
Delaware    Oregon   
District of Columbia    Pennsylvania   
Florida    Rhode Island   
Georgia    South Carolina   
Hawaii    South Dakota   
Idaho    Tennessee   
Illinois    Texas   
Indiana    Utah   
IowaY   Vermont   
Kansas    Virginia   
Kentucky    Washington   
Louisiana    West Virginia   
Maine    Wisconsin   
Maryland    Wyoming   
Massachusetts    American Samoa   
Michigan    Federated States of Micronesia   
Minnesota    Guam   
Mississippi    Northern Mariana Islands   
Missouri    Puerto Rico   
Montana    Republic of Marshall Islands   
Nebraska    Republic of Palau   
Nevada    US Virgin Islands   
New Hampshire        

 

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Program delivery mode:Online, Hybrid
Regulated profession:Superintendent
Program information:Web site   |   General Catalog  
Program contact:Office of Student Services - Licensure and Standards
Accrediting body:Iowa State Board of Education
Licensing information by state/territory: 

The University of Iowa EdS in Educational Leadership Program prepares students to be superintendents in Iowa or to hold other district-level K-12 leadership positions.  Students seeking the superintendent endorsement must have an Iowa administrator license, and can obtain the superintendent endorsement upon completing the required EdS coursework and at least three years of principal experience.

The superintendent endorsement is also available as a stand-alone program for students who hold an Iowa administrator license.

As of its most recent review, the University of Iowa has determined that these programs meet educational requirements for licensure in U.S. states and territories as shown in the table below.

State requirements are subject to change.  Students should confirm current licensing requirements directly with the jurisdiction in which they are interested in licensure.

Y=yes, meets educational requirements; N=no, does not meet educational requirements

State/TerritoryYNNote State/TerritoryYNNote
Alabama    New Jersey   
Alaska    New Mexico   
Arizona    New York   
Arkansas    North Carolina   
California    North Dakota   
Colorado    Ohio   
Connecticut    Oklahoma   
Delaware    Oregon   
District of Columbia    Pennsylvania   
Florida    Rhode Island   
Georgia    South Carolina   
Hawaii    South Dakota   
Idaho    Tennessee   
Illinois    Texas   
Indiana    Utah   
IowaY   Vermont   
Kansas    Virginia   
Kentucky    Washington   
Louisiana    West Virginia   
Maine    Wisconsin   
Maryland    Wyoming   
Massachusetts    American Samoa   
Michigan    Federated States of Micronesia   
Minnesota    Guam   
Mississippi    Northern Mariana Islands   
Missouri    Puerto Rico   
Montana    Republic of Marshall Islands   
Nebraska    Republic of Palau   
Nevada    US Virgin Islands   
New Hampshire        

 

Psychological and Quantitative Foundations

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The University of Iowa PhD program in psychological and quantitative foundations with subprogram in counseling psychology is accredited by the American Psychological Association (APA).  

Graduates may work in a variety of settings, including higher education, counseling centers, clinics, private practice, or hospitals. Licensing laws vary by jurisdiction and by type of position.

This program meets the educational requirements for licensure in Iowa.  Students may contact the program with questions about educational requirements for licensure in other U.S. states and territories.

State requirements are subject to change. Students should confirm licensing requirements directly with the jurisdiction in which they are interested in licensure.

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Program delivery mode:In person
Regulated profession:Couple and Family Therapist
Program information:Web site   |   General Catalog  
Accrediting body:Commission on Accreditation for Marriage and Family Therapy Education (COAMFTE)
Licensing information by state/territory:American Association for Marriage and Family Therapy (AAMFT)

The University of Iowa PhD program in psychological and quantitative foundations with subprogram in couple and family therapy is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation for Marriage and Family Therapy Education (COAMFTE).  

Graduates from the CFT doctoral program may pursue jobs across the country. State licensure requirements vary, and may include additional coursework.

This program meets the educational requirements for licensure in Iowa. Students may contact the program with questions about educational requirements for licensure in other U.S. states and territories.

State requirements are subject to change. Students should confirm licensing requirements directly with the jurisdiction in which they are interested in licensure.

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The American Psychological Association’s (APA) Commission on Accreditation (CoA) has approved the University of Iowa's School Psychology Program's “Intent to Apply” application and voted to provide public notice of the program’s intent to seek accreditation. Though not yet accredited by the APA, the program has developed its course offerings, sequence, research, and practical experiences to be in line with standards for accreditation in health service psychology. The program will apply for accreditation no later than May 2025.

Because it is new, the program is not yet credentialed with the Iowa Department of Education. Students who want to be eligible to practice in the state of Iowa must pass the Praxis II exam in school psychology and become nationally certified (attain the NCSP, Nationally Certified School Psychologist, credential).

A graduate of the program who does not already hold a teaching license must obtain a professional service license to practice in Iowa.

State boards determine licensure requirements, which may change at any time.

This program meets the educational requirements for licensure in Iowa.  Students may contact the program with questions about educational requirements for licensure in other U.S. states and territories.

State requirements are subject to change. Students should confirm licensing requirements directly with the jurisdiction in which they are interested in licensure.

Teaching and Learning

The K-12 Dyslexia Specialist endorsement is available to licensed teachers with at least three years of teaching experience in a K-12 setting. This program is offered in cooperation with the Iowa Reading Research Center as a graduate-level non-degree program, preparing professionals to meet the needs of learners with dyslexia.

As of its most recent review, the University of Iowa has determined that this program meets Iowa requirements for the K-12 Dyslexia Specialist teaching endorsement, and that no other state has this teaching credential.

State requirements are subject to change.  Students should confirm current licensing requirements directly with the jurisdiction in which they are interested in licensure.

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Program delivery mode:In person
Regulated profession:School Teacher Librarian
Program information:Web site  
Accrediting bodies:Iowa State Board of Education
Licensing information by state/territory:Iowa State Board of Education 

The University of Iowa school teacher librarian licensure preparation program is offered in partnership with the School of Library and Information Science and is intended for students of the MA program in library and information science. It prepares students who are not already licensed teachers to apply for an initial professional service license in Iowa. Students may contact the program with questions about educational requirements for licensure in other U.S. states and territories.

State requirements are subject to change. Students should confirm licensing requirements directly with the jurisdiction in which they are interested in licensure.

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The University of Iowa MA in Special Education equips its graduates to serve students with disabilities at the elementary and secondary levels in either public or private settings. The program prepares students for careers as teachers and leaders in K-12 classrooms and for future graduate study, and offers licensure and non-licensure tracks.

The education licensure and endorsement programs in Special Education meet educational requirements for licensure in Iowa.

As of its most recent review, the University of Iowa has determined that its Special Education licensure and endorsement programs meet educational requirements for licensure in other U.S. states and territories as shown in the table below. Special education endorsements vary by state; grade levels and students that may be served may be different than those authorized by the Iowa teaching license.

State requirements are subject to change. Students should confirm licensing requirements directly with the jurisdiction in which they are interested in licensure.

For additional  information, see Iowa Graduates Applying for Licensure in Other States.

Y=yes, meets educational requirements; N=no, does not meet educational requirements

State/TerritoryYNNote State/TerritoryYNNote
AlabamaY   New Jersey N 
AlaskaY Prior to renewal will need to meet state requirements. New MexicoY  
ArizonaY   New York N 
ArkansasY   North CarolinaY Prior to renewal will need to meet state requirements.
CaliforniaY   North DakotaY  
ColoradoY Prior to renewal will need to meet state requirements. OhioY  
ConnecticutY Prior to renewal will need to meet state requirements. OklahomaY  
Delaware NSpecial education licensure only available to teachers with a regular education endorsement. OregonY  
District of ColumbiaY   PennsylvaniaY Prior to renewal will need to meet state requirements.
FloridaY   Rhode IslandY  
GeorgiaY   South CarolinaY  
HawaiiY   South DakotaY Prior to renewal will need to meet state requirements.
IdahoY   TennesseeY  
IllinoisY Illinois offers full reciprocity to out of state licenses. TexasY  
IndianaY   UtahY Prior to renewal will need to meet state requirements.
IowaY   VermontY  
KansasY Prior to renewal will need to meet state requirements. VirginiaY  
KentuckyY   WashingtonY  
LouisianaY   West VirginiaY  
MaineY   WisconsinY Prior to renewal will need to meet state requirements.
MarylandY   WyomingY  
MassachusettsY   American SamoaY  
MichiganY   Federated States of MicronesiaY  
MinnesotaY   GuamY  
MississippiY Prior to renewal will need to meet state requirements. Northern Mariana Islands N 
MissouriY   Puerto Rico N 
MontanaY   Republic of Marshall IslandsY  
NebraskaY   Republic of PalauY  
NevadaY   US Virgin IslandsY Prior to renewal will need to meet state requirements.
New HampshireY       
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Offered in partnership with the University of Iowa Belin-Blank Center, the Talented and Gifted PK-12 endorsement program promotes practical application in schools and classrooms of evidence-based best practices related to advanced learners and talent development. The program is intended to be completed with or following a Teacher Education Program (TEP) for elementary level, secondary level, or graded K-12 teaching.

As of its most recent review, the University of Iowa has determined that its talented and gifted endorsement program meets educational requirements for licensure in U.S. states and territories as shown in the table below.

State requirements are subject to change.  Students should confirm current licensing requirements directly with the jurisdiction in which they are interested in licensure.

Y=yes, meets educational requirements; N=no, does not meet educational requirements

State/TerritoryYNNote State/TerritoryYNNote
Alabama  No comparable credential New Jersey  No comparable credential
Alaska    New Mexico   
Arizona    New York  No comparable credential
Arkansas    North Carolina   
California    North Dakota   
Colorado    Ohio   
Connecticut  No comparable credential Oklahoma   
Delaware    Oregon   
District of Columbia    Pennsylvania   
Florida    Rhode Island  No comparable credential
Georgia    South Carolina   
Hawaii  No comparable credential South Dakota   
Idaho    Tennessee   
Illinois    Texas   
Indiana    Utah   
IowaY   Vermont  No comparable credential
Kansas    Virginia   
Kentucky    Washington   
Louisiana    West Virginia   
Maine    Wisconsin   
Maryland    Wyoming   
Massachusetts    American Samoa  No comparable credential
Michigan  No comparable credential Federated States of Micronesia   
Minnesota  No comparable credential Guam   
Mississippi    Northern Mariana Islands   
Missouri    Puerto Rico  No comparable credential
Montana    Republic of Marshall Islands  No comparable credential
Nebraska    Republic of Palau   
Nevada    US Virgin Islands  No comparable credential
New Hampshire  No comparable credential     

 

Students who successfully complete the University of Iowa's Teacher Education Programs meet the educational requirements for teaching licensure in Iowa. All licensure programs are approved by the Iowa Department of Education and Iowa Board of Educational Examiners.

As of its most recent review, the University of Iowa has determined that its teacher education programs meet educational requirements for licensure in U.S. states and territories as shown in the table below.  The grade levels and subject areas of teaching endorsements vary from state to state; grade levels and subjects that may be taught may be different than those that are authorized by the Iowa teaching license.

State requirements are subject to change.  Students should confirm current licensing requirements directly with the jurisdiction in which they are interested in licensure.

For additional information, please see Iowa graduates applying for licensure in other states.

Please note that information related to certain programs is provided separately: Special Education, Talented and Gifted Education, and Dyslexia Specialist.

Y=yes, meets educational requirements; N=no, does not meet educational requirements

State/TerritoryYNNote State/TerritoryYNNote
AlabamaY   New Jersey N 
AlaskaY Prior to renewal will need to meet state requirements. New MexicoY  
ArizonaY   New York N 
ArkansasY   North CarolinaY Prior to renewal will need to meet state requirements.
CaliforniaY   North DakotaY  
ColoradoY Prior to renewal will need to meet state requirements. OhioY  
ConnecticutY Prior to renewal will need to meet state requirements. OklahomaY  
DelawareY   OregonY  
District of ColumbiaY   PennsylvaniaY Prior to renewal will need to meet state requirements.
FloridaY   Rhode IslandY  
GeorgiaY   South CarolinaY  
HawaiiY   South DakotaY Prior to renewal will need to meet state requirements.
IdahoY   TennesseeY  
IllinoisY Illinois offers full reciprocity to out of state licenses. TexasY  
IndianaY   UtahY Prior to renewal will need to meet state requirements.
IowaY   VermontY  
KansasY Prior to renewal will need to meet state requirements. VirginiaY  
KentuckyY   WashingtonY  
LouisianaY   West VirginiaY  
MaineY   WisconsinY Prior to renewal will need to meet state requirements.
MarylandY   WyomingY  
MassachusettsY   American SamoaY  
MichiganY   Federated States of MicronesiaY  
MinnesotaY   GuamY  
MississippiY Prior to renewal will need to meet state requirements. Northern Mariana Islands N 
MissouriY   Puerto Rico N 
MontanaY   Republic of Marshall IslandsY  
NebraskaY   Republic of PalauY  
NevadaY   US Virgin IslandsY Prior to renewal will need to meet state requirements.
New HampshireY       

 

Professional Service Licensure Programs

*** THE INFORMATION ON THIS PAGE IS UNDER REVIEW AND SHOULD NOT YET BE DEEMED FULLY ACCURATE AND COMPLETE ***
Program delivery mode:In person
Regulated profession:School Audiologist
Program information:Web site  
Accrediting body:Iowa State Board of Education 
Licensing information by state/territory: 

The University of Iowa school audiologist licensure preparation program is intended for students and graduates of the doctor of audiology program of the Department of Communication Sciences and Disorders, or an equivalent program. It prepares students who are not already licensed teachers to apply for an initial professional service license in Iowa. Students may contact the program with questions about educational requirements for licensure in other U.S. states and territories.

State requirements are subject to change. Students should confirm licensing requirements directly with the jurisdiction in which they are interested in licensure.

*** THE INFORMATION ON THIS PAGE IS UNDER REVIEW AND SHOULD NOT YET BE DEEMED FULLY ACCURATE AND COMPLETE ***
Program delivery mode:In person
Regulated profession:School Social Worker
Program informationWeb site   
Accrediting body:Iowa State Board of Education 
Licensing information by state/territory: 

The University of Iowa school social worker licensure preparation program is offered in partnership with the School of Social Work and is available to students who have been admitted to the Master of Social Work program. The program prepares students who are not already licensed teachers to apply for an initial professional service license in Iowa. Students may contact the program with questions about educational requirements for licensure in other U.S. states and territories.

State requirements are subject to change. Students should confirm licensing requirements directly with the jurisdiction in which they are interested in licensure.

*** THE INFORMATION ON THIS PAGE IS UNDER REVIEW AND SHOULD NOT YET BE DEEMED FULLY ACCURATE AND COMPLETE ***
Program delivery mode:In person
Regulated profession:School Speech Language Pathologist
Program information:Web site  
Accrediting body:Iowa State Board of Education 
Licensing information by state/territory: 

The University of Iowa school speech language pathologist licensure preparation program is intended for students and graduates of the master's program in speech pathology and audiology of the Department of Communication Sciences and Disorders, or an equivalent program. It prepares students who are not already licensed teachers to apply for an initial professional service license in Iowa. Students may contact the program with questions about educational requirements for licensure in other U.S. states and territories.

State requirements are subject to change. Students should confirm licensing requirements directly with the jurisdiction in which they are interested in licensure.

College of Engineering

The University of Iowa's BSE programs in Engineering (with major in biomedical, chemical, civil, electrical, environmental, industrial, or mechanical engineering, or computer science and engineering) are accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Commission of the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology (ABET).

Engineers with a degree from an ABET-accredited engineering program may choose to pursue licensure as a Professional Engineer (PE). Licensure requirements for all states typically include passing the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam and the Principles of Practice of Engineering (PE) Exam. State licensing boards may specify additional requirements (beyond the bachelor's degree) for taking the PE exam, such as accumulated practical experience.

The University of Iowa's Engineering BSE programs meet the educational requirements for licensure in Iowa.  Students may contact the program with questions about educational requirements for licensure in other U.S. states and territories.

State requirements are subject to change. Students should confirm licensing requirements directly with the jurisdiction in which they are interested in licensure.

College of Law

Program delivery mode:In person
Regulated profession:Lawyer
Program information:Web site   |   General Catalog  
Program contact:Registrar, College of Law
Accrediting body:American Bar Association (ABA)
Licensing information by state/territory:National Conference of Bar Examiners (NCBE)

 The University of Iowa College of Law is accredited by the American Bar Association (ABA) and is a member of the Association of American Law Schools.

Graduates of the JD program have met the educational requirements to qualify for the bar examination in any U.S. jurisdiction.  In addition to a bar examination, every jurisdiction establishes character, fitness, and other qualifications for admission to the bar.

State requirements are subject to change.  Students should confirm current licensing requirements directly with the jurisdiction in which they are interested in licensure.

Y=yes, meets educational requirements; N=no, does not meet educational requirements

State/TerritoryYNNote State/TerritoryYNNote
AlabamaY   New JerseyY  
AlaskaY   New MexicoY  
ArizonaY   New YorkY  
ArkansasY   North CarolinaY  
CaliforniaY   North DakotaY  
ColoradoY   OhioY  
ConnecticutY   OklahomaY  
DelawareY   OregonY  
District of ColumbiaY   PennsylvaniaY  
FloridaY   Rhode IslandY  
GeorgiaY   South CarolinaY  
HawaiiY   South DakotaY  
IdahoY   TennesseeY  
IllinoisY   TexasY  
IndianaY   UtahY  
IowaY   VermontY  
KansasY   VirginiaY  
KentuckyY   WashingtonY  
LouisianaY   West VirginiaY  
MaineY   WisconsinY  
MarylandY   WyomingY  
MassachusettsY   American Samoa  Please contact the program with questions about educational requirements for licensure in this jurisdiction.
MichiganY   Federated States of Micronesia  Please contact the program with questions about educational requirements for licensure in this jurisdiction.
MinnesotaY   Guam  Please contact the program with questions about educational requirements for licensure in this jurisdiction.
MississippiY   Northern Mariana Islands  Please contact the program with questions about educational requirements for licensure in this jurisdiction.
MissouriY   Puerto Rico  Please contact the program with questions about educational requirements for licensure in this jurisdiction.
MontanaY   Republic of Marshall Islands  Please contact the program with questions about educational requirements for licensure in this jurisdiction.
NebraskaY   Republic of Palau  Please contact the program with questions about educational requirements for licensure in this jurisdiction.
NevadaY   US Virgin Islands  Please contact the program with questions about educational requirements for licensure in this jurisdiction.
New HampshireY       

 

Program delivery mode:In person
Regulated profession:Lawyer
Program information:Web site   |   General Catalog  
Program contact:Registrar, College of Law
Accrediting body:American Bar Association (ABA)
Licensing information by state/territory:National Conference of Bar Examiners (NCBE)

The Legal Practice track of the University of Iowa Master of Laws (LLM) degree program prepares foreign-trained lawyers to qualify to take a state bar examination.

Graduates of the LLM program have met the educational requirements to qualify for the bar examination in any U.S. jurisdiction.  In addition to a bar examination, every jurisdiction establishes character, fitness, and other qualifications for admission to the bar.

State requirements are subject to change.  Students should confirm current licensing requirements directly with the jurisdiction in which they are interested in licensure.

Y=yes, meets educational requirements; N=no, does not meet educational requirements

State/TerritoryYNNote State/TerritoryYNNote
AlabamaY   New JerseyY  
AlaskaY   New MexicoY  
ArizonaY   New YorkY  
ArkansasY   North CarolinaY  
CaliforniaY   North DakotaY  
ColoradoY   OhioY  
ConnecticutY   OklahomaY  
DelawareY   OregonY  
District of ColumbiaY   PennsylvaniaY  
FloridaY   Rhode IslandY  
GeorgiaY   South CarolinaY  
HawaiiY   South DakotaY  
IdahoY   TennesseeY  
IllinoisY   TexasY  
IndianaY   UtahY  
IowaY   VermontY  
KansasY   VirginiaY  
KentuckyY   WashingtonY  
LouisianaY   West VirginiaY  
MaineY   WisconsinY  
MarylandY   WyomingY  
MassachusettsY   American Samoa  Please contact the program with questions about educational requirements for licensure in this jurisdiction.
MichiganY   Federated States of Micronesia  Please contact the program with questions about educational requirements for licensure in this jurisdiction.
MinnesotaY   Guam  Please contact the program with questions about educational requirements for licensure in this jurisdiction.
MississippiY   Northern Mariana Islands  Please contact the program with questions about educational requirements for licensure in this jurisdiction.
MissouriY   Puerto Rico  Please contact the program with questions about educational requirements for licensure in this jurisdiction.
MontanaY   Republic of Marshall Islands  Please contact the program with questions about educational requirements for licensure in this jurisdiction.
NebraskaY   Republic of Palau  Please contact the program with questions about educational requirements for licensure in this jurisdiction.
NevadaY   US Virgin Islands  Please contact the program with questions about educational requirements for licensure in this jurisdiction.
New HampshireY       

 

Carver College of Medicine

Program delivery mode:In person
Regulated profession:Athletic Trainer
Program information:Web site   |   General Catalog  
Accrediting body:Commission on Accreditation of Athletic Training Education (CAATE)
Licensing information by state/territory:Board of Certification for the Athletic Trainer (BOC) State Regulation Search

To become an athletic trainer, candidates must graduate with a degree in athletic training from an accredited athletic training program and successfully pass the Board of Certification (BOC) examination. The University of Iowa MS in Athletic Training is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Athletic Training Education (CAATE) and provides concentrated didactic and clinical experiences that meet the educational requirements for eligibility for the BOC exam.

To practice as an athletic trainer in most states, including Iowa, the individual must be credentialed within the state. States may impose additional requirements for licensure beyond earning BOC certification.  

Note: California currently does not regulate athletic trainers.

As of its most recent review, the University of Iowa has determined that the MS program in Athletic Training meets educational requirements for licensure in U.S. states and territories as shown in the table below.

State requirements are subject to change.  Students should confirm current licensing requirements directly with the jurisdiction in which they are interested in licensure.

Y=yes, meets educational requirements; N=no, does not meet educational requirements

State/TerritoryYNNote State/TerritoryYNNote
AlabamaY   New JerseyY  
AlaskaY   New MexicoY  
ArizonaY   New YorkY  
ArkansasY   North CarolinaY  
California  California does not currently regulate athletic trainers North DakotaY  
ColoradoY   OhioY  
ConnecticutY   OklahomaY  
DelawareY   OregonY  
District of ColumbiaY   PennsylvaniaY  
FloridaY   Rhode IslandY  
GeorgiaY   South CarolinaY  
HawaiiY   South DakotaY  
IdahoY   TennesseeY  
IllinoisY   TexasY  
IndianaY   UtahY  
IowaY   VermontY  
KansasY   VirginiaY  
KentuckyY   WashingtonY  
LouisianaY   West VirginiaY  
MaineY   WisconsinY  
MarylandY   WyomingY  
MassachusettsY   American Samoa  Please contact the program with questions about educational requirements for licensure in this jurisdiction.
MichiganY   Federated States of Micronesia  Please contact the program with questions about educational requirements for licensure in this jurisdiction.
MinnesotaY   Guam  Please contact the program with questions about educational requirements for licensure in this jurisdiction.
MississippiY   Northern Mariana Islands  Please contact the program with questions about educational requirements for licensure in this jurisdiction.
MissouriY   Puerto Rico  Please contact the program with questions about educational requirements for licensure in this jurisdiction.
MontanaY   Republic of Marshall Islands  Please contact the program with questions about educational requirements for licensure in this jurisdiction.
NebraskaY   Republic of Palau  Please contact the program with questions about educational requirements for licensure in this jurisdiction.
NevadaY   US Virgin Islands  Please contact the program with questions about educational requirements for licensure in this jurisdiction.
New HampshireY       

 

The University of Iowa Master of Clinical Nutrition (MCN) program is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Education in Nutrition and Dietetics (ACEND). Graduates of the program are eligible to take the Commission on Dietetic Registration Entry-level Registration Examination for Dietitians, to become a registered dietitian nutritionist (RDN). National certification as an RDN is required by most states for licensure.  

States may impose additional requirements beyond RDN certification.

This program meets the educational requirements for licensure in Iowa.  Students may contact the program with questions about educational requirements for licensure in other U.S. states and territories.

State requirements are subject to change. Students should confirm licensing requirements directly with the jurisdiction in which they are interested in licensure.

Program delivery mode:In person
Regulated profession:Physician
Program information:Web site   |   General Catalog  
Accrediting body:Liaison Committee on Medical Education (LCME) 
Licensing information by state/territory:Federation of State Medical Boards

The Carver College of Medicine is accredited by the Liaison Committee on Medical Education (LCME) of the American Medical Association and the Association of American Medical Colleges and meets the requirements of all state licensing boards. Its MD diploma admits the holder to all privileges granted to graduates of all medical colleges before such boards.

Most state medical boards require at least one year of post-graduate training for an individual to be eligible to apply for a medical license.

This program meets the educational requirements for licensure in Iowa.  Students may contact the program with questions about educational requirements for licensure in other U.S. states and territories.

State requirements are subject to change. State requirements are subject to change.  Students should confirm current licensing requirements directly with the jurisdiction in which they are interested in licensure.

Program delivery mode:In person
Regulated profession:Nuclear Medicine Technologist
Program information:Web site   |   General Catalog  
Program contact: Radiation Sciences Office of Student Affairs
Accrediting body:Joint Review Committee on Educational Programs in Nuclear Medicine Technology (JCRNMT)
Licensing information by state/territory:American Society of Radiologic Technologists (ASRT)

The University of Iowa’s Bachelor of Science program in Nuclear Medicine Technology is accredited by the Joint Review Committee on Educational Programs in Nuclear Medicine Technology (JCRNMT).

Upon completing the program, graduates are eligible to apply for the national certification exam in nuclear medicine.  Students will have completed the coursework, but not the clinical component, to be eligible to apply for the national certification exam in computed tomography and positron emission tomography.  National registry exams are offered by the Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board (NMTCB) and the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT).

The University of Iowa Bachelor of Science program in Nuclear Medicine Technology meets the educational requirements for licensure in Iowa.  Students may contact the program with questions about educational requirements for licensure in other U.S. states and territories.

State requirements are subject to change. Students should confirm licensing requirements directly with the jurisdiction in which they are interested in licensure.

Program delivery mode:In person
Regulated profession:Perfusionist
Program information:Web site   |   General Catalog  
Program contact:Shahna Helmick, Program Director
Accrediting body:Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP) upon the recommendation of the Accreditation Committee for Perfusion Education (AC-PE)
Licensing information by state/territory: 

The University of Iowa Perfusion Education Program is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs upon the recommendation of the Accreditation Committee for Perfusion Education (AC-PE). Graduates are able to achieve certification in Clinical Perfusion by meeting specific educational and clinical requirements and satisfactory performance on the American Board of Cardiovascular Perfusion certification examination. Certification in cardiovascular perfusion is evidence that a perfusionist’s qualifications for operation of extracorporeal circulation equipment are validated by his/her peers. Certification is not intended to define requirements for employment, to gain special recognition or privileges, to define the scope of extracorporeal circulation, or to state who may not engage in cardiovascular perfusion. ABCP certification is a national certification and does not guarantee employment or licensure. Each state establishes its own criteria for licensure, where relevant.

As of its most recent review, the University of Iowa has determined that the Perfusion Education Program meets educational requirements for licensure in U.S. states and territories as shown in the table below.

State requirements are subject to change.  Students should confirm current licensing requirements directly with the jurisdiction in which they are interested in licensure.

Y=yes, meets educational requirements; N=no, does not meet educational requirements

State/TerritoryYNNote State/TerritoryYNNote
Alabama  licensure not currently required New JerseyY  
Alaska  licensure not currently required New Mexico  licensure not currently required
Arizona  licensure not currently required New York  Please contact the program with questions about educational requirements for licensure in this jurisdiction.
ArkansasY   North CarolinaY  
CaliforniaY   North Dakota  licensure not currently required
Colorado  licensure not currently required Ohio  licensure not currently required
ConnecticutY   OklahomaY  
Delaware  licensure not currently required Oregon  licensure not currently required
District of Columbia  licensure not currently required PennsylvaniaY  
Florida  licensure not currently required Rhode Island  licensure not currently required
GeorgiaY   South Carolina  licensure not currently required
Hawaii  licensure not currently required South Dakota  licensure not currently required
Idaho  licensure not currently required TennesseeY  
IllinoisY   TexasY  
Indiana  licensure not currently required Utah  licensure not currently required
Iowa  licensure not currently required Vermont  licensure not currently required
Kansas  licensure not currently required Virginia  licensure not currently required
Kentucky  licensure not currently required Washington  licensure not currently required
LouisianaY   West Virginia  licensure not currently required
Maine  licensure not currently required WisconsinY  
MarylandY   Wyoming  licensure not currently required
MassachusettsY   American Samoa  Please contact the program with questions about educational requirements for licensure in this jurisdiction.
Michigan  licensure not currently required Federated States of Micronesia  Please contact the program with questions about educational requirements for licensure in this jurisdiction.
Minnesota  licensure not currently required Guam  Please contact the program with questions about educational requirements for licensure in this jurisdiction.
Mississippi  licensure not currently required Northern Mariana Islands  Please contact the program with questions about educational requirements for licensure in this jurisdiction.
MissouriY   Puerto Rico  Please contact the program with questions about educational requirements for licensure in this jurisdiction.
Montana  licensure not currently required Republic of Marshall Islands  Please contact the program with questions about educational requirements for licensure in this jurisdiction.
NebraskaY   Republic of Palau  Please contact the program with questions about educational requirements for licensure in this jurisdiction.
NevadaY   US Virgin Islands  Please contact the program with questions about educational requirements for licensure in this jurisdiction.
New Hampshire  licensure not currently required     

 

Program delivery mode:In person
Regulated profession:Physical Therapist
Program information:Web site   |   General Catalog  
Accrediting body:Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education (CAPTE)
Licensing information by state/territory:The Federation of State Boards of Physical Therapy (FSBPT)

The University of Iowa Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) program is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education (CAPTE). Satisfactory completion of the professional program qualifies candidates to take the National Physical Therapy Exam for licensure to practice.

As of its most recent review, the University of Iowa has determined that the Doctor of Physical Therapy program meets educational requirements for licensure in U.S. states and territories as shown in the table below.

State requirements are subject to change.  Students should confirm current licensing requirements directly with the jurisdiction in which they are interested in licensure.

Y=yes, meets educational requirements; N=no, does not meet educational requirements

State/TerritoryYNNote State/TerritoryYNNote
AlabamaY   New JerseyY  
AlaskaY   New MexicoY  
ArizonaY   New YorkY  
ArkansasY   North CarolinaY  
CaliforniaY   North DakotaY  
ColoradoY   OhioY  
ConnecticutY   OklahomaY  
DelawareY   OregonY  
District of ColumbiaY   PennsylvaniaY  
FloridaY   Rhode IslandY  
GeorgiaY   South CarolinaY  
HawaiiY   South DakotaY  
IdahoY   TennesseeY  
IllinoisY   TexasY  
IndianaY   UtahY  
IowaY   VermontY  
KansasY   VirginiaY  
KentuckyY   WashingtonY  
LouisianaY   West VirginiaY  
MaineY   WisconsinY  
MarylandY   WyomingY  
MassachusettsY   American Samoa  Please contact the program with questions about educational requirements for licensure in this jurisdiction.
MichiganY   Federated States of Micronesia  Please contact the program with questions about educational requirements for licensure in this jurisdiction.
MinnesotaY   Guam  Please contact the program with questions about educational requirements for licensure in this jurisdiction.
MississippiY   Northern Mariana Islands  Please contact the program with questions about educational requirements for licensure in this jurisdiction.
MissouriY   Puerto Rico  Please contact the program with questions about educational requirements for licensure in this jurisdiction.
MontanaY   Republic of Marshall Islands  Please contact the program with questions about educational requirements for licensure in this jurisdiction.
NebraskaY   Republic of Palau  Please contact the program with questions about educational requirements for licensure in this jurisdiction.
NevadaY   US Virgin Islands  Please contact the program with questions about educational requirements for licensure in this jurisdiction.
New HampshireY       

 

Program delivery mode:In person
Regulated profession:Physician Assistant
Program information:Web site   |   General Catalog  
Accrediting body:Accreditation Review Commission on Education for the Physician Assistant (ARC-PA)
Licensing information by state/territory:American Academy of Physician Associates (AAPA) List of Licensing Boards

The University of Iowa Physician Assistant program is accredited by the Accreditation Review Commission on Education for the Physician Assistant (ARC-PA).  Graduates are eligible to take the National Certifying Examination for Physician Assistants (PANCE), which is required for licensure in most U.S. jurisdictions.

This program meets the educational requirements for licensure in Iowa.  Students may contact the program with questions about educational requirements for licensure in other U.S. states and territories.

State requirements are subject to change. Students should confirm licensing requirements directly with the jurisdiction in which they are interested in licensure.

Program delivery mode:In person
Regulated profession:Radiation Therapist
Program information:Web site   |   General Catalog  
Program contact:Radiation Sciences Office of Student Affairs
Accrediting body:Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology (JRCERT) 
Licensing information by state/territory:American Society of Radiologic Technologists (ASRT)

The University of Iowa’s Bachelor of Science program in Radiation Therapy is accredited by the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology (JRCERT).  

Upon completing the program, graduates are eligible to apply for the national certification exam in radiation therapy. Students will have completed the course work but not the clinical component to be eligible to apply for the national certification exam in computed tomography and/or magnetic resonance imaging. The national registry exam is offered by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT).

Most states require licensure to practice.

This program meets the educational requirements for licensure in Iowa.  Students may contact the program with questions about educational requirements for licensure in other U.S. states and territories.

State requirements are subject to change. Students should confirm licensing requirements directly with the jurisdiction in which they are interested in licensure.

Program delivery mode:In person
Regulated profession:Radiologic Technologist
Program information:Web site   |   General Catalog  
Program contact:Radiation Sciences Office of Student Affairs
Accrediting body:Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology (JRCERT) 
Licensing information by state/territory:American Society of Radiologic Technologists (ASRT)

The University of Iowa’s Bachelor of Science program in Radiologic Technology is accredited by the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology (JRCERT).  

Upon completing the program, graduates are eligible to apply for the national certification exam in radiography.  They may also be eligible to apply for a national certification exam in computed tomography, magnetic resonance imaging, mammography, vascular interventional, or cardiac interventional. National registry exams are offered by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT).

Most states require licensure to practice.

This program meets the educational requirements for licensure in Iowa.  Students may contact the program with questions about educational requirements for licensure in other U.S. states and territories.

State requirements are subject to change. Students should confirm licensing requirements directly with the jurisdiction in which they are interested in licensure.

College of Nursing

The University of Iowa’s Bachelor of Science in Nursing program is accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE). The program prepares students for licensure and initial entry into professional nursing practice. Graduates must pass the National Council Licensure Exam (NCLEX-RN) for licensure in Iowa.

As of its most recent review, the University of Iowa has determined that its Bachelor of Science in Nursing program meets educational requirements for licensure in U.S. states and territories as shown in the table below.

State requirements are subject to change.  Students should confirm current licensing requirements directly with the jurisdiction in which they are interested in licensure.

Y=yes, meets educational requirements; N=no, does not meet educational requirements

State/TerritoryYNNote State/TerritoryYNNote
AlabamaY   New JerseyY  
AlaskaY   New MexicoY  
ArizonaY   New YorkY  
ArkansasY   North CarolinaY  
California NRevised plan of study could be provided on an individual basis. North DakotaY  
ColoradoY   OhioY  
ConnecticutY   OklahomaY  
DelawareY   OregonY  
District of ColumbiaY   PennsylvaniaY  
FloridaY   Rhode IslandY  
GeorgiaY   South CarolinaY  
HawaiiY   South DakotaY  
IdahoY   TennesseeY  
IllinoisY   TexasY  
IndianaY   UtahY  
IowaY   VermontY  
KansasY   VirginiaY  
KentuckyY   WashingtonY  
LouisianaY   West VirginiaY  
MaineY   WisconsinY  
MarylandY   WyomingY  
MassachusettsY   American SamoaY  
MichiganY   Federated States of MicronesiaY  
MinnesotaY   GuamY  
MississippiY   Northern Mariana IslandsY  
MissouriY   Puerto RicoY  
MontanaY   Republic of Marshall IslandsY  
NebraskaY   Republic of Palau  Please contact the program with questions about educational requirements for licensure in this jurisdiction.
NevadaY   US Virgin IslandsY  
New HampshireY       

 

The University of Iowa’s master’s degree programs in nursing are accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE).

The Master of Science in Nursing: Entry into Practice prepares students who have a degree in a field other than nursing to become practicing nurses. Upon graduation, students will be prepared to take the nursing licensure exam NCLEX-RN to be licensed as a registered nurse (RN).

As of its most recent review, the University of Iowa has determined that its MSN-Entry into Practice program meets educational requirements for licensure in U.S. states and territories as shown in the table below.

State requirements are subject to change.  Students should confirm current licensing requirements directly with the jurisdiction in which they are interested in licensure.

Y=yes, meets educational requirements; N=no, does not meet educational requirements

State/TerritoryYNNote State/TerritoryYNNote
AlabamaY   New JerseyY  
AlaskaY   New MexicoY  
ArizonaY   New YorkY  
ArkansasY   North CarolinaY  
California N  North DakotaY  
ColoradoY   OhioY  
ConnecticutY   OklahomaY  
DelawareY   OregonY  
District of ColumbiaY   PennsylvaniaY  
FloridaY   Rhode IslandY  
GeorgiaY   South CarolinaY  
HawaiiY   South DakotaY  
IdahoY   TennesseeY  
IllinoisY   TexasY  
IndianaY   UtahY  
IowaY   VermontY  
KansasY   VirginiaY  
KentuckyY   WashingtonY  
LouisianaY   West VirginiaY  
MaineY   WisconsinY  
MarylandY   WyomingY  
MassachusettsY   American SamoaY  
MichiganY   Federated States of MicronesiaY  
MinnesotaY   GuamY  
MississippiY   Northern Mariana IslandsY  
MissouriY   Puerto RicoY  
MontanaY   Republic of Marshall IslandsY  
NebraskaY   Republic of Palau  Please contact the program with questions about educational requirements for licensure in this jurisdiction.
NevadaY   US Virgin IslandsY  
New HampshireY       

 

Program delivery mode:Hybrid
Regulated profession:Advanced Registered Nurse Practitioner
Program information:Web site   |   General Catalog  
Program contact:Kara Avis
Accrediting body:Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE)
Licensing information by state/territory:

The University of Iowa’s Doctor of Nursing Practice programs are accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE). Graduates are prepared to sit for professional nursing certification examinations in their area of study. Advanced level certification by a national professional nursing certifying body is required for licensure as an advanced practice registered nurse (APRN; or advanced registered nurse practitioner, ARNP) in most states.

As of its most recent review, the University of Iowa has determined that its Doctor of Nursing Practice programs meet educational requirements for licensure in U.S. states and territories as shown in the table below.

State requirements are subject to change.  Students should confirm current licensing requirements directly with the jurisdiction in which they are interested in licensure.

Y=yes, meets educational requirements; N=no, does not meet educational requirements

State/TerritoryYNNote State/TerritoryYNNote
AlabamaY   New JerseyY  
AlaskaY   New MexicoY  
ArizonaY   New YorkY  
ArkansasY   North CarolinaY  
CaliforniaY   North DakotaY  
ColoradoY   OhioY  
ConnecticutY   OklahomaY  
DelawareY   OregonY  
District of ColumbiaY   PennsylvaniaY  
FloridaY   Rhode IslandY  
GeorgiaY   South CarolinaY  
HawaiiY   South DakotaY  
IdahoY   TennesseeY  
IllinoisY   TexasY  
IndianaY   UtahY  
IowaY   VermontY  
KansasY   VirginiaY  
KentuckyY   WashingtonY  
LouisianaY   West VirginiaY  
MaineY   WisconsinY  
Maryland NAPRN programs must be approved by the Board of Nursing in Maryland. UI's Family Nurse Practitioner and Adult Gerontology Nurse Practitioner programs are approved there; UI has not sought approval for other program tracks.  WyomingY  
Massachusetts  Please contact the program.  Curriculum must include "application for and participation in MassHealth as a provider of services or as a non-billing provider."  This content is not currently part of UI's curriculum, but could be provided on an individual basis. American SamoaY  
MichiganY   Federated States of Micronesia  Please contact the program with questions about educational requirements for licensure in this jurisdiction.
MinnesotaY   GuamY  
MississippiY   Northern Mariana IslandsY  
MissouriY   Puerto RicoY  
MontanaY   Republic of Marshall Islands  Please contact the program with questions about educational requirements for licensure in this jurisdiction.
NebraskaY   Republic of Palau  Please contact the program with questions about educational requirements for licensure in this jurisdiction.
NevadaY   US Virgin IslandsY  
New HampshireY       

 

The University of Iowa offers post-graduate certificate (PGC) programs for advanced practice nurses seeking additional certification. PGC programs are accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE). Students who complete the program successfully are prepared to sit for professional nursing certification examinations in their area of study. Advanced level certification by a national professional nursing certifying body is required for licensure as an advanced practice registered nurse (APRN; or advanced registered nurse practitioner, ARNP) in most states.

As of its most recent review, the University of Iowa has determined that its post-graduate certificate programs meet educational requirements for licensure in U.S. states and territories as shown in the table below.

State requirements are subject to change.  Students should confirm current licensing requirements directly with the jurisdiction in which they are interested in licensure.

Y=yes, meets educational requirements; N=no, does not meet educational requirements

State/TerritoryYNNote State/TerritoryYNNote
AlabamaY   New JerseyY  
AlaskaY   New MexicoY  
ArizonaY   New YorkY  
ArkansasY   North CarolinaY  
CaliforniaY   North DakotaY  
ColoradoY   OhioY  
ConnecticutY   OklahomaY  
DelawareY   OregonY  
District of ColumbiaY   PennsylvaniaY  
FloridaY   Rhode IslandY  
GeorgiaY   South CarolinaY  
HawaiiY   South DakotaY  
IdahoY   TennesseeY  
IllinoisY   TexasY  
IndianaY   UtahY  
IowaY   VermontY  
KansasY   VirginiaY  
KentuckyY   WashingtonY  
LouisianaY   West VirginiaY  
MaineY   WisconsinY  
Maryland NAPRN programs must be approved by the Board of Nursing in Maryland. UI's Family Nurse Practitioner and Adult Gerontology Nurse Practitioner programs are approved there; UI has not sought approval for other program tracks.  WyomingY  
Massachusetts  Please contact the program. Curriculum must include "application for and participation in MassHealth as a provider of services or as a non-billing provider."  This content is not currently part of UI's curriculum but could be provided on an individual basis. American SamoaY  
MichiganY   Federated States of Micronesia  Please contact the program with questions about educational requirements for licensure in this jurisdiction.
MinnesotaY   GuamY  
MississippiY   Northern Mariana IslandsY  
MissouriY   Puerto RicoY  
MontanaY   Republic of Marshall Islands  Please contact the program with questions about educational requirements for licensure in this jurisdiction.
NebraskaY   Republic of Palau  Please contact the program with questions about educational requirements for licensure in this jurisdiction.
NevadaY   US Virgin IslandsY  
New HampshireY       

 

College of Pharmacy

Program delivery mode:In person
Regulated profession:Pharmacist
Program informationWeb site   |   General Catalog  
Accrediting body:Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE)
Licensing information by state/territory:National Association of Boards of Pharmacy (NABP) Directory of State Boards of Pharmacy

The University of Iowa College of Pharmacy is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE). Graduates of the program are qualified to take two examinations required for licensure, the North American Pharmacists Licensure Examination (NAPLEX) and the Multistate Pharmacy Jurisprudence Examination (MPJE).  In addition to these exams, each state may have different licensure requirements.

The PharmD degree program, if successfully completed, meets the educational licensure or certification requirements in a state for practice of pharmacy. This determination is based on the educational and curricular requirements of each state for licensure (i.e., excluding any special, temporary licensure that may be granted). This does not imply that other requirements for licensure do not exist. The college cannot provide verification of an individual’s ability to meet licensure or certification requirements unrelated to its educational programming. Such individual determinations are made by state licensing boards, and are fact-specific determinations. This disclosure does not provide any guarantee that any particular state licensure or certification entity will approve or deny your application. Furthermore, this disclosure does not account for changes in state law or regulation that may affect your application for licensure and occur after this disclosure has been made.

As of its most recent review, the University of Iowa has determined that the PharmD program meets educational requirements for licensure in U.S. states and territories as shown in the table below.

State requirements are subject to change.  Students should confirm current licensing requirements directly with the jurisdiction in which they are interested in licensure.

Y=yes, meets educational requirements; N=no, does not meet educational requirements

State/TerritoryYNNote State/TerritoryYNNote
AlabamaY   New JerseyY  
AlaskaY   New MexicoY  
ArizonaY   New YorkY  
ArkansasY   North CarolinaY  
CaliforniaY   North DakotaY  
ColoradoY   OhioY  
ConnecticutY   OklahomaY  
DelawareY   OregonY  
District of ColumbiaY   PennsylvaniaY  
FloridaY   Rhode IslandY  
GeorgiaY   South CarolinaY  
HawaiiY   South DakotaY  
IdahoY   TennesseeY  
IllinoisY   TexasY  
IndianaY   UtahY  
IowaY   VermontY  
KansasY   VirginiaY  
KentuckyY   WashingtonY  
LouisianaY   West VirginiaY  
MaineY   WisconsinY  
MarylandY   WyomingY  
MassachusettsY   American Samoa  Please contact the program with questions about educational requirements for licensure in this jurisdiction.
MichiganY   Federated States of Micronesia  Please contact the program with questions about educational requirements for licensure in this jurisdiction.
MinnesotaY   Guam  Please contact the program with questions about educational requirements for licensure in this jurisdiction.
MississippiY   Northern Mariana Islands  Please contact the program with questions about educational requirements for licensure in this jurisdiction.
MissouriY   Puerto Rico  Please contact the program with questions about educational requirements for licensure in this jurisdiction.
MontanaY   Republic of Marshall Islands  Please contact the program with questions about educational requirements for licensure in this jurisdiction.
NebraskaY   Republic of Palau  Please contact the program with questions about educational requirements for licensure in this jurisdiction.
NevadaY   US Virgin Islands  Please contact the program with questions about educational requirements for licensure in this jurisdiction.
New HampshireY