Investing in faculty success
The University of Iowa’s commitment to supporting faculty at every stage of their careers continues to strengthen retention across campus. In FY2025, the university's faculty retention rate remained at 96.3% in FY 2025.
“Faculty success is a key focus of our 2022–27 Strategic Plan,” says Kevin Kregel, executive vice president and provost. “Creating an environment where exceptional faculty want to build their careers strengthens our academic mission, elevates the experience our students receive, and extends our impact in Iowa and beyond.”
A 2025 Inside Higher Ed survey of 478 universities found that 30% of provosts reported higher-than-usual faculty turnover at their institutions. This has not been the case at Iowa, where coordinated efforts and targeted investments are helping support faculty growth, satisfaction, and long-term success.
