Contact Information
General Contact
- FAFSA School Code: 001891
- Phone: (515) 271-2011
- School Homepage
Admissions Office
Financial Aid Office
ACCEPTANCE RATE
72.69%FINANCIAL AID RATE
94%STUDENT TEACHER RATIO
13:1DEGREE OFFERED ONLINE
4FINANCIAL AID AWARD AVG.
$17,877Average Grants + Scholarship Aid Awarded to Undergraduate Students
Percent of Full-Time Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid
Percent of Students Paying In-State Tuition vs Out-of-State Tuition
School Map
University of Dubuque (Drake)
2507 University Avenue, Des Moines, IA
University of Dubuque is a nonprofit private institution that has a large selection of majors and degree programs available for students to choose from. The school is located in Dubuque, Iowa, in a predominantly urban area. The school's Presbyterian Church affiliation is one of its defining characteristics and plays an important role within the school's curriculum. Approximately 2,000 students are enrolled annually at University of Dubuque.
A list of some of the more popular programs offered are:
- Business And Marketing Studies
- Health And Clinical Professions
- Computer And Information Sciences
- Security And Protective Services
- Education
Students applying for admission are required to submit an application, transcripts, standardized test scores and any requested application essays, which will then be reviewed by the school. An ACT or SAT exam is required prior to applying, with scores between 790 to 1010 for the SAT exam and within the range of 18 to 23 on the ACT is common among students admitted to this school. Approximately 80 percent of all applicant were accepted at this school, with 40 percent of those accepted choosing to attend. More information on admissions can be found here.
Tuition is approximately $25,000 for the year, though it may vary based on different types of circumstances. Students should check the school's price of attendance calculator to find what your personalized cost of attendance would be. Housing may be available for students that would like to live on-campus for around a cost of $4,000 annually. Students at University of Dubuque may be eligible for aid which is generally grants and loans.
The mascot for University of Dubuque is the "Spartans", and they participate in intercollegiate athletic programs through the oversight and organization of the NCAA. Sports available may include:
- Baseball (NCAA Division III)
- Basketball (NCAA Division III)
- Track & Field (NCAA Division III)
- Football (NCAA Division III)
- Golf (NCAA Division III)
Contact information, tuition information, areas of study offered, and much more may be viewed on school's website at http://www.dbq.edu.
Admission Requirements & Details
The information regarding admissions below may give an overview of the students University of Dubuque accepts. The details may include admissions application requirements and recommendations, as well as any AP or college credits that may be transferred.
College Credits Accepted
- Dual Credits
- Life Experience Credits
- AP Course Credits
Student Enrollment
University of Dubuque has a total student population of about 2,400. The enrollment breakdown by academic level is 22% enrolling as graduate students and 83% as undergraduate students.
Estimated Costs & Financial Aid
The items listed below are for informational purposes only and may not represent current tuition, fees, and expenses.
Tuition & Fees Information
- Annual tuition is estimated to range between $34,000-$41,000 for both in-state and out-of-state students
- Part time students pay in the range of $1,000 to $1,200 per unit
Financial Aid Details
The table listed below helps break down the types of financial aid students receive and the percent receiving aid, as well as the average amount of aid per student per year.
| Percent of Students | Average Amount | |
|---|---|---|
| Any Financial Aid | 94% | - |
| Receiving Grants & Scholarships | 92% | $19,256 |
| Receiving Student Loans | 83% | $11,881 |
Academics & Student Services
Student Services
To support students and graduates, University of Dubuque may offer student services including:- Online course work available
- Classes offered on nights and weekends
- Remedial instructional courses
- Career path counseling
- Work study style employment
- Assisting students to find work
- Day care
Specialized Programs & Accreditations
- Bachelor's Degree in Nursing (BSN) Program
- * Accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (since 2007)
- Nursing (MSN, DSN) Program
- * Accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (since 2007)
- Theology (Ministry) Program
- * Accredited by the Commission on Accrediting of the Association of Theological Schools (since 1944)
Intercollegiate Athletics
University of Dubuque is a Member of National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA), with many of the sports being in the NCAA Division III with football classification. The most popular sports played are listed below:
- Baseball (Iowa Intercollegiate Athletic Conf)
- Basketball (Iowa Intercollegiate Athletic Conf)
- Football (Iowa Intercollegiate Athletic Conf)
- Golf
- Lacrosse
- Soccer
- Softball
- Tennis
- Track and Field, Indoor
- Track and Field, Outdoor
- Track and Field, X-Country
- Volleyball
- Wrestling
Programs Offered
The program list below is organized by areas of study. The programs that have a link will direct you to the program's profile page where you can learn more about education requirements and career pathways.
Get more information about the programs offered by University of Dubuque by clicking the request information to the right.
(C) Certificate or Award | (A) Associate's | (B) Bachelor's | (M) Master's Degree | (D) Doctorate (PhD,...)
Biological and Biomedical Sciences
- Biology (B)
Business and Marketing Studies
- Business Administration (B, M)
- Accounting (B)
- Advertising and Marketing (B)
- Human Resources (B)
Communications and Journalism
- Communications (M)
Computer and Information Sciences
Education
English Language and Literature
- English (B)
Health and Clinical Professions
- Nursing (B)
- Healthcare Administration (B)
Liberal Arts and Sciences
- Liberal Arts (B)
Mathematics and Statistics
- Math (B)
Natural Resources and Conservation
Philosophy and Religious Studies
Physical Sciences
- Chemistry (B)
Psychology
- Psychology (B)
Recreation and Fitness Studies
Security and Protective Services
- Criminal Justice (B)
- Forensic Science (B)
Social Sciences
- Sociology (B)
Transportation and Materials Moving
Other 4-Year Private Colleges
The list of schools below have been selected by researching which schools offer similar programs to University of Dubuque.
- Loras College in Fort Dodge, IA (0.6 miles away)
- Clarke University in Pella, IA (0.8 miles away)
- Upper Iowa University in Council Bluffs, IA (61 miles away)
- Edgewood College in Mequon, WI (75 miles away)
- Luther College in Dubuque, IA (80 miles away)
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Contact Information
General Contact
- FAFSA School Code: 001891
- Phone: (515) 271-2011
- School Homepage