Acceptance rate
88.6%
University of Dubuque
Admission Chances & Acceptance Rate
This private institution in Dubuque, Iowa enrolls about 1,776 students and has an 88.6% acceptance rate. It's most known for Business & Marketing and Transportation programs. The average net price after aid is $22,879 annually, though the 6-year graduation rate is 40% and first-year retention is 77%.
Enrollment
1,776
Test policy
optional
Grad rate (6-yr)
40%
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The middle 50% of admitted students (25th–75th percentile), self-reported by the school.
SAT (combined)
980 – 1220
ACT (composite)
18 – 24
GPA
Not published
$ What You'll Actually Pay
Average yearly net price after grants & scholarships, by family income (federal cohort averages — not a personal quote).
$0–30k
$18,106
family income
$30–48k
$19,318
family income
$48–75k
$19,480
family income
$75–110k
$24,660
family income
$110k+
$25,908
family income
40% receive Pell grants
70% take federal loans
✦ Strongest Programs
The fields University of Dubuque graduates the most students in — a signal of depth, faculty, and alumni networks.
Business & Marketing
27.4%
Transportation
18.6%
Parks & Recreation
11.3%
Health Professions
8.8%
Education
7.3%
↗ Outcomes
School-level averages across all students who enrolled (College Scorecard). Not a personal forecast.
Earnings (10 yr)
$51,190
Earnings (6 yr)
$44,960
Completion
40%
Retention
77%
Median debt
$25,750
? Frequently Asked Questions
What is the acceptance rate at University of Dubuque?
University of Dubuque has an acceptance rate of 88.6%, making it relatively accessible.
What SAT score do you need for University of Dubuque?
The middle 50% of admitted students scored between 980 and 1220 on the SAT. The ACT range is 18–24.
How much does University of Dubuque actually cost?
After grants and scholarships, the average net price for the lowest income band is $18,106 per year, rising to $25,908 for families earning $110k+. These are federal cohort averages, not a personal quote.
What are my chances of getting into University of Dubuque?
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