University of Dubuque — acceptance rate 87%, tuition $38,260University of Dubuque campus, Dubuque, IA. Photo: No machine-readable author provided. Jesster79~commonswiki assumed (based on copyright claims)., CC BY-SA 3.0 via Wikimedia Commons.
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Rating Context:⚠️ Limited Data Available. Some metrics for this institution are incomplete or unavailable, which may affect the overall grade. Consider researching this school directly for the most current information.
Suggested Focus: For this type of institution, we recommend prioritizing the
Outcomes Score (C+)
which measures graduation and job placement rates — the most relevant metrics for career programs.
Graduation Rate: 41%
Outcomes
C+
62/100
Affordability
F
16/100
Resources
C+
56/100
Experience
A
87/100
Prestige
F
22/100
Two ratings: the overall grade compares colleges the conventional way (outcomes, cost, resources, experience, reputation). The Outcome Rating asks what students earn: 60% wage-adjusted earnings 10 years after enrolling, 25% graduation, 15% retention. Methodology
Quick Stats
1,795
Total Enrollment
41%
Graduation Rate
71%
Retention Rate
11.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
87%
Acceptance Rate
N/A
Avg Net Price
Earnings, Debt & Completion
What happens to students who enroll at University of Dubuque, from the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard.
$51,190
Median earnings 10 yrs after entry
$44,960
Median earnings 6 yrs after entry
$25,750
Median debt at graduation
40.1%
Completion rate (within 150% of normal time)
1,110
Average SAT
39.8%
Students receiving Pell grants
Typical debt at graduation equals about 50% of one year’s median earnings ten years after entry.
Earnings rank: 44th percentile among bachelor’s-degree-focused colleges after a partial adjustment for local wage levels (IA wage index 0.90). This drives the Outcome Rating.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, retrieved Oct 2026. Earnings are for federally aided students who enrolled, whether or not they graduated.
Earnings by Major at University of Dubuque
Median pay of bachelor's degree graduates by field of study, and how each program ranks against every college reporting that major — by raw pay and adjusted for state wage levels. Same school, very different paychecks.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, field-of-study data. Earnings are for graduates who received federal aid and were working; small programs are not reported.
For parents & investors
The University of Dubuque Town Property Report
Avg home value near campus: $210,778
Avg rent near campus: $1,048/mo — vs ~$643/mo campus room rate
Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 52002 (3.9% cap, Dubuque)
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🏆 Where University of Dubuque Ranks
Rankings based on Repit College Grade among schools offering each program.
What is the acceptance rate at University of Dubuque?
University of Dubuque has an acceptance rate of 87%.
This indicates a less selective admissions process with good chances for qualified applicants.
How much does it cost to attend University of Dubuque?
Tuition at University of Dubuque is
$38,260 for in-state students
and $38,260 for out-of-state students
.
What is the graduation rate at University of Dubuque?
The graduation rate at University of Dubuque is 41%.
This graduation rate is below average. Consider factors like program type and student demographics when evaluating.
Is University of Dubuque a good school?
University of Dubuque has a Repit College Score of 47/100 (Grade: C).
Our rating evaluates five key factors:
Outcomes (C+): Graduation and retention rates
Affordability (F): Net cost and financial aid access
Resources (C+): Class sizes and selectivity
Experience (A): Campus life and learning format
Prestige (F): Reputation and recognition
Note: As a smaller institution, we recommend focusing on the Outcomes score when evaluating this school.
How many students attend University of Dubuque?
University of Dubuque has a total enrollment of 1,795 students.
Most students (84%) are traditional college-age (18-24).
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