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University of Dubuque

University of Dubuque

Dubuque, IA · City · 1,440 students
WebsiteCommon AppScorecard
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$23,386
Average net priceYour net price
2023-24
<30
30–48
48–75
75–110
110+
By household income — tap a bar
41%
Graduation rate
Entered fall 2017 & 2018
52% typical
$51,190
Earnings 10 years on
Measured 2020 & 2021
$51,562 typical
89%
Acceptance rate
Applied for fall 2024
81% typical · not scored
Accredited by Higher Learning Commission
About

The University of Dubuque is a private Presbyterian institution best known for its premier aviation program, which features its own dedicated aircraft fleet and flight center at the Dubuque Regional Airport, alongside strong programs in business, nursing, and education. The university uniquely distinguishes itself through its embedded theological seminary and a deep, nationally recognized commitment to supporting military veterans and first-generation students. Campus culture is tight-knit, welcoming, and values-centered, offering an active student life anchored by Spartan NCAA Division III athletics, intramurals, and community service initiatives.

Wikipedia:The University of Dubuque (UD) is a private Presbyterian university in Dubuque, Iowa. About 2,200 students attend the university.

Location
Dubuque, IA, 52001 · City campus
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Nearest airport from college
MKE · Milwaukee
145 mi away
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Cost & aid
Cost of attendance
YoursEveryone
Tuition & fees$42,095
Housing & food (on campus)$12,150
Cost of attendance$58,561
Average net price$23,386
Same price for all students
Tuition & fees$42,095
Housing & food (on campus)$12,150
Cost of attendance$58,561
Average net price$23,386
Source: U.S. College Scorecard · published total: www.dbq.edu
How it’s made up · 2026-27
University of Dubuque’s own figures for 2026-27, newer than the 2024-25 federal figures above, so the amounts differ.
Tuition$43,440
Fees$2,081
Housing$6,590
Food$6,450
Books & supplies$1,250
Personal expenses$1,700
Transportation$1,200
Total published by the school$58,561
Net price by family income · 2023-24
$0–30k
$18,106
$30–48k
$19,318
$48–75k
$19,480
$75–110k
$24,660
$110k+
$25,908
Outcomes
Completion
Within 6 yrs
41%
Entered 2017–18
Within 4 yrs
30%
Back for yr 2
77%
Transferred
40%
8 yrs after starting · first-time, full-time students
41% graduated · 36% transferred · 23% left or unknown · none still enrolled
Earnings · measured 2020 & 2021
6 yrs after entry$44,960
10 yrs after entry$51,190
Debt
Median at graduation$25,750
Monthly payment$273
Middle 50% owe$7.8k–$27k
90th percentile$37,130
Admissions
Getting in · applied for fall 2024
Admit rate
89%
Test policy
Test optional
Per College Scorecard
SAT average
1110
R 490–610 · M 490–610
SAT middle 50%: 980–1220
40080012001600

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Student Body
Gender
Men 61%Women 39%
Who enrolls
Faculty ratio
10 : 1
Pell grant
40%
First-gen
36%
Family income
$41,836
Independent
22%
Veterans
1%
Age at entry
22.0
Part-time
13%
Race & ethnicity
White
71%
Hispanic
4%
Black
9%
Asian
1%
Non-resident
3%
AI/AN
1%
Unknown
11%
Varsity sports
NCAA Division III with football · EADA 2024-25
  • Baseball
    Men's
  • Basketball
    Men's · Women's
  • Cross Country
    Men's · Women's
  • Football
    Men's
  • Golf
    Men's · Women's
  • Ice Hockey
    Men's · Women's
  • Lacrosse
    Men's
  • Soccer
    Men's · Women's
  • Softball
    Women's
  • Tennis
    Men's · Women's
  • Track and Field (Indoor)
    Men's · Women's
  • Track and Field (Outdoor)
    Men's · Women's
  • Volleyball
    Women's
  • Wrestling
    Men's · Women's
Programs & Earnings
Bachelor's degrees by annual completions · 4yr national median earnings
Median earnings, all programs · measured 2020 & 2021
After 6 yrs
$44,960
After 10 yrs
$51,190
Air Transportation74
Business Administration, Management and Operations43
Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness26
Criminal Justice and Corrections25
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing19
Psychology, General13
Communication and Media Studies12
Accounting and Related Services11
Health/Medical Preparatory Programs10
Computer Software and Media Applications9
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods9
Biology, General9
Health and Medical Administrative Services9
Human Resources Management and Services9
Natural Resources Conservation and Research8
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas7
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Institutional
Resources
Endowment
$282M
Full-time faculty
100%
Faculty salary
$7,559/mo
Teaching spend
$13,822
per student
Federal loans
70%
Classification
Carnegie type
Master's (medium programs)
Undergraduate profile
Four-year, inclusive admissions

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