Iowa Wesleyan University is a private institution. Founded in 1842, it is affiliated with the United Methodist Church and operates as a nonprofit educational organization. Private universities rely on tuition, donations, and endowments rather than state funding, distinguishing them from public universities. Iowa Wesleyan offers undergraduate and graduate programs with a focus on liberal arts and professional studies. Its smaller class sizes and faith-based values cater to students seeking a personalized education. As a private university, it sets its own admission policies and tuition rates, independent of state governance.
