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.
You belong here
As a health, sport, 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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News and announcements
11 UI students awarded Dr. Ken Magid Scholarship to intern abroad
Thursday, August 6, 2026
Undergraduate students participate in internships abroad in summer 2026, thanks to support from the Dr. Ken Magid Scholarship. The fund was established by the late Linda Baker (BA English ’68) in memory of her former mentor, author and child behaviorist Dr. Kenneth Magid.
New undergraduate-to-graduate pathways help CLAS students accelerate their health, sport, and human physiology careers
Monday, August 3, 2026
The Department of Health, Sport, and Human Physiology is expanding opportunities for undergraduate students with two new undergraduate-to-graduate degree pathways.
HSHP study shows playing an inclusive sport may be good for your brain and your body
Tuesday, June 16, 2026
J.J. Chen, a UI professor of health, sport, and human physiology, says they found a 15-week soccer program improved reaction time, spatial skills, and well-being, while reducing anxiety.
Study: Less sedentary time, more light activity may lower key health risk in pregnancy
Tuesday, June 16, 2026
Women who engage in light physical activity and lessen their sedentary time may significantly reduce the risk of key health problems during pregnancy, according to a new University of Iowa-led study.
HSHP doctoral student Garrett Steinbrink earns American Heart Association predoctoral fellowship
Thursday, April 23, 2026
The competitive award will support his research to develop a clinical screening tool to identify patients not meeting physical activity and muscle-strengthening guidelines.
HSHP professor appointed to national Women in Physiology Committee
Wednesday, April 15, 2026
The appointment highlights the Department of Health, Sport, and Human Physiology’s commitment to mentorship, leadership, and advancing women in science.
HSHP student Ava Bayless recognized at Finkbine Dinner
Wednesday, April 8, 2026
Ava Bayless, a student in the Department of Health, Sport, and Human Physiology, was recognized at the University of Iowa’s Finkbine Dinner for her leadership, academic achievement, and contributions to student success and community engagement.
HSHP student researcher Jackie Ott receives Excellence in Undergraduate Research Award
Wednesday, April 1, 2026
Kanokwan (Mandy) Bunsawat, assistant professor in the department, publishes editorial commentary in Journal of Hypertension
Wednesday, April 1, 2026
The article examines how blood pressure response to renal denervation may vary based on levels of sympathetic overactivity.
Musco x Iowa: Helping UISRM Students See the Light
Sunday, March 22, 2026
A pioneer in sports lighting, Musco is also advancing the careers of young sport and recreation professionals. Learn how Musco and UISRM provided the foundation on which Jeremy Chaplin and other UISRM alumni are experiencing early-career success.