# University of Dubuque

Dubuque, IA. Source page: https://www.dreamschool.co/colleges/university-of-dubuque

University of Dubuque is a private nonprofit college in Dubuque, IA with 1,440 undergraduates. It admits 89% of applicants, and admitted students average 1110 on the SAT. The average net price after aid is $25,171 per year ($22,076 for families earning under $30,000). 45% of students graduate, and graduates earn a median of $60,869 ten years after enrolling.

## Key facts

| Measure | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Admission rate | 89% (Fall 2024) |
| Testing policy | Test optional (considered if submitted) (Fall 2024) |
| Applicants | 1,560 (Fall 2023) |
| Admitted | 1,356 (Fall 2023) |
| SAT Reading & Writing (middle 50%) | 490–610 (Fall 2024) |
| SAT Math (middle 50%) | 490–610 (Fall 2024) |
| ACT Composite (middle 50%) | 18–24 (Fall 2024) |
| Cost of attendance | $55,110 (2024-25) |
| Average net price | $25,171 (2024-25) |
| Net price, family income $0–30k | $22,076 (2024-25) |
| Net price, family income $30–48k | $22,425 (2024-25) |
| Net price, family income $48–75k | $20,064 (2024-25) |
| Net price, family income $75–110k | $26,588 (2024-25) |
| Net price, family income $110k+ | $27,454 (2024-25) |
| Undergraduates | 1,440 (Fall 2024) |
| Graduation rate | 45% (Fall 2019) |
| Median earnings 10 years after enrolling | $60,869 (2023) |
| Median debt at graduation | $24,513 (FY2024) |

## What University of Dubuque considers in admissions (Fall 2023)

- High school record: Required
- High school GPA: Required
- College-prep coursework: Considered
- Class rank: Considered
- Essay or personal statement: Considered
- Recommendations: Considered
- Demonstrated competencies: Not considered
- Legacy status: Not considered
- Work experience: Not considered
- English proficiency test: Required

## FAQ

**What is University of Dubuque's acceptance rate?**

University of Dubuque admits 89% of applicants, which makes it accessible.

**What SAT score do you need for University of Dubuque?**

The middle 50% of admitted students scored 490–610 on SAT Reading and Writing and 490–610 on SAT Math; the average total is 1110.

**What ACT score do you need for University of Dubuque?**

The middle 50% ACT composite range for admitted students is 18–24.

**Is University of Dubuque test optional?**

Test optional (considered if submitted).

**How many students apply to University of Dubuque?**

In Fall 2023, 1,560 students applied to University of Dubuque and 1,356 were admitted; 325 enrolled.

**Does University of Dubuque consider legacy status?**

No. University of Dubuque reported that legacy status is not considered in admissions (Fall 2023).

**Does University of Dubuque require an essay?**

University of Dubuque reported that an essay or personal statement is considered for admission (Fall 2023).

**How much does University of Dubuque cost?**

The sticker cost of attendance is $55,110 per year, but the average net price after grants and scholarships is $25,171.

**What is University of Dubuque's graduation rate?**

45% of full-time students graduate within 150% of normal time.


## Sources

- U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (Most Recent Institution-Level Data), released 2026-10-15: https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/data/
- IPEDS Admissions survey (ADM2023): https://nces.ed.gov/ipeds/datacenter/DataFiles.aspx
- IPEDS unit ID 153278. Methodology: https://www.dreamschool.co/methodology