About the Area
The University of Iowa and UI Hospitals and Clinics are major hubs of the Eastern Iowa Corridor that includes Iowa City, Cedar Rapids and many smaller cities and towns. The area is nationally known for its quality of life, outstanding schools, affordable housing, access to world-class health care at UI Hospitals and Clinics, and a huge range of cultural, arts, sports and recreational opportunities.
Where to Stay, Where to Eat, How to Get Around
Your lodging options include on-site accommodations as well as many choices within a five-minute drive.
In addition to on-campus choices for first-rate dining, you'll find plenty of great options in the area.
Shuttle services, buses and taxicabs make it convenient and easy to get here and to get around.
Schools, Places of Worship, Housing
Our schools, places of worship, and multiple options for housing are major reasons why we appear routinely in many national quality of life rankings.
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Iowa takes great pride in its K-12 schools and ours are among the best in the state.
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Like our population, our opportunities for worship are very diverse.
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From urban living to the small-town lifestyle, there are many housing options available in the area.
Places to Go, Things to Do
From opera to bluegrass, museums to festivals, Broadway to community theatre, the University of Iowa and all of Eastern Iowa offer a wide range of places to go and things to do.
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The University of Iowa offers arts, recreation, lectures and seminars, museums and Big 10 sports.
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Area attractions draw visitors from around the world.
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An up-to-date calendar of area entertainment opportunities.