The University of Northern Iowa has the 12th-best degreed real estate program in the country, according to a website that, among other things, also tells renters where to find the best surfing waters in the country. “The program has a very practical lean, focusing on real-world skills that will help students function well as professionals in their field. Because it’s the only program in the state, this school has a strong connection with the Iowan real estate industry, making it a great place to form professional connections,” according to RentApplication.com.