Why Iowa?

Our professors will teach you the science, medicine, and social awareness necessary for a successful career in the health professions. You'll have resources and opportunities that only a world-class research university with a comprehensive teaching and research hospital can offer.

Find your path

Advance your career

Learn from expert faculty

You belong here

As a health and human physiology student at Iowa, you'll get the best of both worlds—a health sciences education preparing you for your career and a broad liberal arts education showing you the world.

Write your story

You might be laser-focused on a specific career in the health and wellness sciences. Or maybe you want to see your options and uncover your professional path along the way. However it begins, you can write your own story at Iowa. Apply and begin your personal journey of exploration and discovery.

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Alumni with human physiology major accepted into graduate/medical school

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Take a 'Paws' From Finals with Drax

Wednesday, December 18, 2024 1:00pm to 3:00pm
Field House
Join us in letting your fur down before finals week! Enjoy light refreshments and treats all week-long, visit Drax, and #staypawsitive! 
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