University of Dubuque: Statistics
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| Position | Category |
|---|---|
| # 4861 of 14,131 | In the World |
| # 1357 of 2,597 | In North America |
| # 1279 of 2,496 | In the United States |
| # 21 of 39 | In Iowa State |
| # 2 of 5 | In Dubuque |
| # 3414 of 14,131 | For Theology / Divinity / Religious studies |
| Top 1-3 | For 6 other topics |
Quick Review
Acceptance rate
89%
Average SAT
1,100
Average ACT
21
Avg. cost to attend
$26,067 /y
Aid receiving
100%
Undergraduates
1,440
Graduates
317
Male:Female Ratio
58:42
Religion
Presbyterian Church (USA)
Type
Privatenot-for-profit
Highest Degree
Doctor's degree
Website
Acceptance rate & Admissions
University of Dubuque has an acceptance rate of 89% and is among the top 1% of the most difficult universities to gain admission to in the United States. The university reports the admission statistics without distinguishing between local and international students.
| Total | Men | Women | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Acceptance Rate | 89% | 89% | 89% |
| Applicants | 1,486 | 876 | 610 |
| Admissions | 1,317 | 761 | 556 |
| Freshmen enrolled full time | 303 | 200 | 103 |
Admissions requirements
| Secondary school GPA | Required |
|---|---|
| Secondary school record | Required |
| TOEFL | Required |
| College-preparatory program | Considered but not required |
| Recommendations | Considered but not required |
| SAT/ACT | Considered but not required |
| Secondary school rank | Considered but not required |
| Formal demonstration of competencies | Neither required nor recommended |
| Other Tests | Neither required nor recommended |
Enrollment demographics by race or ethnicity
| ■ White | 68% |
|---|---|
| ■ Nonresident Alien | 3% |
| ■ Asian | 1% |
| ■ Hispanic | 3% |
| ■ Black or African American | 9% |
| ■ Unknown | 14% |
Tuition
Below is the standard credit pricing for the various degree levels offered at University of Dubuque.
| Degree Level | Cost Per Credit |
|---|---|
| Associate Degree | 1,749 CR |
| Bachelor Program | 1,950 CR |
| Master Program | 2,149 CR |
| Ph.D. / Doctoral | 2,850 CR |
Final tuition fees may vary based on specific department requirements, residency status, and selected elective courses. Please contact the admissions office for a detailed financial breakdown.
University of Dubuque majors
University of Dubuque has granted 3 associate degrees across 1 programs, 325 bachelor's degrees across 32 programs, 99 master's across 4 programs, and 4 doctorate degrees across 1 programs. Below is a table with majors that lead to degrees at University of Dubuque.
| Major | Associate | Bachelor | Master | Doctoral |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Business Administration, Management and Operations, Other | - | - | 57 | - |
| Airline & Commercial & Professional Pilot and Flight Crew | - | 49 | - | - |
| Business Administration and Management, General | - | 49 | - | - |
| Physician Assistant | - | - | 23 | - |
| Sport and Fitness Administration & Management | - | 21 | - | - |
| Accounting | - | 20 | - | - |
| Criminal Justice & Safety Studies | - | 19 | - | - |
| Registered Nursing & Registered Nurse | - | 17 | - | - |
| Divinity & Ministry | - | - | 16 | - |
| Exercise Science and Kinesiology | - | 16 | - | - |
| Elementary Education and Teaching | - | 15 | - | - |
| Human Resources Management & Personnel Administration, General | - | 14 | - | - |
| Aviation & Airway Management and Operations | - | 12 | - | - |
| Psychology, General | - | 12 | - | - |
| Communication, General | - | 11 | - | - |
| Health & Medical Preparatory Programs, Other | - | 10 | - | - |
| Biology & Biological Sciences, General | - | 8 | - | - |
| Marketing & Marketing Management, General | - | 7 | - | - |
| Computer Graphics | - | 6 | - | - |
| Environmental Science | - | 6 | - | - |
| Theological and Ministerial Studies, Other | - | 2 | - | 4 |
| Forensic Science and Technology | - | 5 | - | - |
| Mathematics Teacher Education | - | 4 | - | - |
| Data Processing and Data Processing Technology & Technician | - | 3 | - | - |
| General Studies | 3 | - | - | - |
| Liberal Arts and Sciences & Liberal Studies | - | 3 | - | - |
| Sociology, General | - | 3 | - | - |
| Theology & Theological Studies | - | - | 3 | - |
| English & Language Arts Teacher Education | - | 2 | - | - |
| Health & Health Care Administration & Management | - | 2 | - | - |
| Mathematics, General | - | 2 | - | - |
| Physical Education Teaching and Coaching | - | 2 | - | - |
| Chemistry, General | - | 1 | - | - |
| Drama and Dramatics & Theatre Arts, General | - | 1 | - | - |
| Economics, General | - | 1 | - | - |
| Multi- & Interdisciplinary Studies, General | - | 1 | - | - |
| Science Teacher Education & General Science Teacher Education | - | 1 | - | - |
| Grand Total | 3 | 325 | 99 | 4 |
Publications & Citations
University of Dubuque has published 515 scientific papers with 3,503 citations received. The research profile covers a range of fields, including Liberal Arts & Social Sciences, Political Science, Philosophy, Law, Biology, Medicine, Sociology, Environmental Science, Computer Science, and History.
Publication / Citation count by topic
Annual publication & citation counts
5 Notable alumni
1. Sol Butler
1895-1954 (aged 59)
long jumper
American football player
Solomon Wellings “Sol” Butler was a multi-talented athlete who competed in American football and track and field. He finished seventh in the long jump competition at the 1920 Summer Olympics. He also played in the National Football League for the Hammond Pros, Akron Pros, Canton Bulldogs, Buffalo Bisons, and Rock Island Independents. Referenced sometimes as Edward Solomon Butler, was a...
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2. Roy D. Buol
politician
Roy D. Buol served as mayor of Dubuque, Iowa from 2005 to 2021. Buol graduated from the University of Dubuque. A native of Dubuque, Buol served as the Second Ward's city council representative from 1995 to 2005. In 2005, he was elected mayor. He was reelected in 2009, 2013, and 2017, retiring December 31, 2021, as the longest-serving Mayor in...
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3. Tony Danza
1951-. (aged 75)
stage actor
actor
television actor
boxer
film actor
Tony Danza is an American actor and retired professional boxer. He is known for co-starring in the television series Taxi (1978–1983) and Who's the Boss? (1984–1992), for which he was nominated for an Emmy Award and four Golden Globe Awards. In 1998, Danza won the People's Choice Award for Favorite Male Performer in a New Television Series for his work...
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4. Orlando Fals Borda
1925-2008 (aged 83)
university teacher
sociologist
Orlando Fals Borda was a Colombian researcher and sociologist, one of the most important Latin American thinkers, and one of the founders of participatory action research.
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All 5 notable alumni
General Info & Contacts
Alternative names
UD
Founded
1852
Motto
Mancherlei Gaben und Ein GeistMany Talents and One Spirit
Colors
royal blue, white
Academic calendar
August to May (August - December; January-May)
Total staff
429
Classification
Master's Colleges & Universities: Medium Programs
Address
2000 University Ave Dubuque, Iowa, 52001 United States
City Population
60,000
Phone
5635893000
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