University of Dubuque

University of Dubuque

2200 University Ave - Dubuque, IA 52001
Plains Region
City Campus Setting
Small Size
1,440 Undergrad Enrollment
10:1 Student:Faculty
Doctoral Highest Degree
Accepts Tuition Rewards
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University of Dubuque
2200 University Ave - Dubuque, IA 52001
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The University of Dubuque is a private, four-year, coeducational, professional university with a focus in the liberal arts. Founded in 1852, the University has a heritage of uncompromising commitment to academic excellence and spiritual growth. The scenic 77-acre campus is located in the heart of Dubuque, Iowa.

Our mission of encouraging intellectual, moral and spiritual development dates back to the University’s founding. A small campus community, the University offers a 15:1 student-faculty ratio. Students can earn a bachelor’s degree in 16 areas; master of business administration (MBA) and master of arts in communication (MAC) degrees; and, master's and doctorate degrees in the theological seminary. Our LIFE program offers accelerated degrees for adult learners.

As members of the Iowa Intercollegiate Athletic Conference and NCAA Division III, University men and women compete in 21 conference sports as well as in a variety of intramural athletics and wellness classes.

Throughout our history, the University has been known as a place of educational opportunity. Even today, a large portion of our students are first-generation college students. Twenty percent of the student population is comprised of men and women from underrepresented populations. The University of Dubuque's welcoming interfaith community of 2,000 students comes from across the country and around the globe.

University of Dubuque
University of Dubuque
University of Dubuque

Neighborhood

Located on University Avenue in Dubuque, the campus sits in a walkable neighborhood with easy access to downtown's shops, restaurants, and entertainment venues just a short distance away. Students can enjoy a mix of local dining options, coffee shops, and retail stores within walking distance, creating a connected community feel between campus and the surrounding area. The setting offers a small-town atmosphere with genuine neighborhood character while still providing the amenities and social opportunities students need during their college years.
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Minimal Transit
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40
Some Bike Lanes
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Restaurants & Bars
Daily Needs
Grocery & Services
Shopping & Entertainment
Shopping & Entertainment
Health & Wellness
Gyms, Parks & Hospitals
Transit Access
Rail (subway, train, light rail)
Bus stops & stations
Median rent nearby: ~$959/mo

Admissions & Enrollment

2026-27 Application Deadlines Deadline  
Rolling Admission Open Applications are reviewed as they arrive
Application deadlines are based on information from the college website or publicly available sources. Deadlines can change, so be sure to verify all deadlines with the college before applying.
  REQ Required REC Recommended CON Considered NR Not Required
Highschool GPA
Highschool Rank
Highschool Record
College Preparatory Program
Recommendations
Admission test scores
Personal essay
· REQ = Required
· REC = Recommended
· CON = Considered
· NR = Not Required
Standardized Tests % Submitted Score Range  
SAT 16 980 - 1220  
ACT 31 18 - 24  
Freshmen Class Total Men Women Another
Number of applicants 1,486 58 % 41 % -
Number admitted 1,317 57 % 42 % 1 %
Number enrolled 307 66 % 33 % -
Does not fall into either of the mutually exclusive binary categories provided

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Majors & Degrees

Biological and Biomedical Sciences
Biology/Biological Sciences
Biomedical Sciences
Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services
Accounting
Business Administration and Management
Business Administration, Management and Operations
Human Resources Management/Personnel Administration
Marketing/Marketing Management
Communication, Journalism, and Related Programs
Communication
Computer and Information Sciences and Support Services
Computer and Information Sciences
Computer Graphics
Data Processing and Data Processing Technology/Technician
Education
Education
Elementary Education and Teaching
Biology Teacher Education
Chemistry Teacher Education
English/Language Arts Teacher Education
Health Teacher Education
Mathematics Teacher Education
Music Teacher Education
Physical Education Teaching and Coaching
Science Teacher Education/General Science Teacher Education
English Language and Literature/Letters
English Language and Literature
Health Professions and Related Programs
Physician Assistant
Health/Health Care Administration/Management
Health/Medical Preparatory Programs
Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse
Homeland Security, Law Enforcement, Firefighting and Related Protective Services
Criminal Justice/Safety Studies
Forensic Science and Technology
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
General Studies
Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies
Mathematics and Statistics
Mathematics
Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies
Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies
Natural Resources and Conservation
Environmental Science
Environmental Studies
Parks, Recreation, Leisure, Fitness, and Kinesiology
Parks, Recreation, Leisure, Fitness, and Kinesiology
Exercise Science and Kinesiology
Sport and Fitness Administration/Management
Sports Studies
Philosophy and Religious Studies
Philosophy
Physical Sciences
Chemistry
Psychology
Psychology
Social Sciences
Economics
Sociology
Theology and Religious Vocations
Divinity/Ministry
Theological and Ministerial Studies
Theology/Theological Studies
Transportation and Materials Moving
Airline/Commercial/Professional Pilot and Flight Crew
Aviation/Airway Management and Operations
Visual and Performing Arts
Drama and Dramatics/Theatre Arts
Music
Visual and Performing Arts
Certificate
Associate
Bachelor’s
Master’s
Doctoral
Top 10 in enrollment
Top 5 in enrollment
Top 10 based on enrollment
Top 5 based on enrollment
Area of Study Major Assoc. Bachelor Master Doctor Cert.
Biological and Biomedical Sciences Biology/Biological Sciences — — — —
Biomedical Sciences — — — —
Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services Accounting — — — —
Business Administration and Management — — — —
Business Administration, Management and Operations — — —
Human Resources Management/Personnel Administration — — — —
Marketing/Marketing Management — — — —
Communication, Journalism, and Related Programs Communication — — — —
Computer and Information Sciences and Support Services Computer and Information Sciences — — — —
Computer Graphics — — — —
Data Processing and Data Processing Technology/Technician — — — —
Education Education — — — —
Elementary Education and Teaching — — — —
Biology Teacher Education — — — —
Chemistry Teacher Education — — — —
English/Language Arts Teacher Education — — — —
Health Teacher Education — — — —
Mathematics Teacher Education — — — —
Music Teacher Education — — — —
Physical Education Teaching and Coaching — — — —
Science Teacher Education/General Science Teacher Education — — — —
English Language and Literature/Letters English Language and Literature — — — —
Health Professions and Related Programs Physician Assistant — — — —
Health/Health Care Administration/Management — — — —
Health/Medical Preparatory Programs — — — —
Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse — — — —
Homeland Security, Law Enforcement, Firefighting and Related Protective Services Criminal Justice/Safety Studies — — — —
Forensic Science and Technology — — — —
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities General Studies — — — —
Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies — — — —
Mathematics and Statistics Mathematics — — — —
Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies — — — —
Natural Resources and Conservation Environmental Science — — — —
Environmental Studies — — — —
Parks, Recreation, Leisure, Fitness, and Kinesiology Parks, Recreation, Leisure, Fitness, and Kinesiology — — — —
Exercise Science and Kinesiology — — — —
Sport and Fitness Administration/Management — — — —
Sports Studies — — — —
Philosophy and Religious Studies Philosophy — — — —
Physical Sciences Chemistry — — — —
Psychology Psychology — — — —
Social Sciences Economics — — — —
Sociology — — — —
Theology and Religious Vocations Divinity/Ministry — — — —
Theological and Ministerial Studies — — —
Theology/Theological Studies — — — —
Transportation and Materials Moving Airline/Commercial/Professional Pilot and Flight Crew — — — —
Aviation/Airway Management and Operations — — — —
Visual and Performing Arts Drama and Dramatics/Theatre Arts — — — —
Music — — — —
Visual and Performing Arts — — — —

Athletics

NCAA Division III with football
Sport Men Women
Baseball
Basketball
Football
Golf
Ice Hockey
Lacrosse
Soccer
Softball
Tennis
Track and Field, Indoor
Track and Field, Outdoor
Track and Field, X-Country
Volleyball
Wrestling

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Mission Statement

The University of Dubuque is a private university offering undergraduate, graduate, and theological seminary degrees, and other educational opportunities with the intention of educating and forming the whole person. The University is comprised of individuals from the region, our nation, and the world.