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University of Dubuque
Dubuque,
IA
•4-Year Private•
Acceptance Rate85%
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About University of Dubuque
University of Dubuque is a private, religious university in the suburb of Dubuque, Iowa. University of Dubuque was founded in 1852. The college enrolls around 1,777 students a year, including 1,461 undergraduate students.
University of Dubuque Acceptance Rate
It is moderately difficult to get into University of Dubuque. Around 85% of applicants get into University of Dubuque each year. In 2022, 1,579 students applied to University of Dubuque and 1,343 were admitted.
| University of Dubuque Admissions Facts At-A-Glance | |
|---|---|
| Overall Acceptance Rate | 85% |
| Early Decision Acceptance Rate | ED not offered |
| Early Action Acceptance Rate | EA not offered |
| Average GPA | 4.0 |
| Test Optional | Yes |
| Applicants Submitting SAT scores | 16% |
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University of Dubuque Campus Tours
University of Dubuque is located in the town of Dubuque, Iowa,.
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College Info
University of Dubuque Application Deadline
First-Year Applications are Due
Continuous processing
Transfer Applications are Due
Continuous processing
The deadline for Fall first-year applications to University of Dubuque is Continuous processing.
The deadline for Fall transfer applications to University of Dubuque is Continuous processing.
Check the school website for more information about deadlines for specific programs or special admissions programs
University of Dubuque SAT Scores
Composite SAT Range
970 - 1130
Math SAT Range
480 - 600
Reading SAT Range
470 - 560
Estimated Chance of Acceptance by SAT Score
SAT Score
Estimated Chance
1130 and Above
Good
970 to 1130
Avg
970 and Less
Low
SAT Scores Needed to Get Accepted
The median SAT score for University of Dubuque students is 1040. Applicants with SAT scores of 1130 and above have a good chance of being admitted to University of Dubuque, while applicants with SAT scores between 970 to 1130 have an average chance of admittance, and prospective students with an SAT score below 970 have a low chance of being offered a spot at University of Dubuque.
University of Dubuque Tuition & Fees
Tuition & Fees
$51,535
In State$51,535
Out-of-State
Cost Breakdown
In State
Out-of-State
State Tuition
$38,260
$38,260
Fees
$1,805
$1,805
Housing
$11,470
$11,470
Books
Unknown
Unknown
Student Life
Wondering what life at University of Dubuque is like? There are approximately 1,777 students enrolled at University of Dubuque, including 1,461 undergraduate students and 316 graduate students. 83% percent of students attend school full-time, 41% percent are from IA and 59% percent of students are from other states.
83%
Full Time16%
Part Time41%
In State59%
Out-of-StateData Source: IPEDs and Peterson's Databases © 2022 Peterson's LLC All rights reserved
Quick Facts
Total Enrollment
1,777
Campus Setting
Suburban
Acceptance Rate
85%
Fall Freshmen
Application Deadline
Continuous processing
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