Orange City, IA · Dubuque, IA · Source: IPEDS federal database
| Northwestern College | University of Dubuque | |
|---|---|---|
| Acceptance Rate | 80.4% | 88.6% |
| In-State Tuition | $36,710 | $42,095 |
| Out-of-State Tuition | $36,710 | $42,095 |
| Average Net Price | $26,347 | $26,067 |
| Graduation Rate | 66.0% | 40.0% |
| Total Enrollment | 1,705 | 1,757 |
| Student-Faculty Ratio | 15 | 10 |
GradFax Analysis
Northwestern College accepts 80.4% of applicants. University of Dubuque accepts 88.6%. Northwestern College's tuition is $36,710. University of Dubuque's is $42,095. Northwestern College is cheaper. Northwestern College graduates 66% of students in 6 years. University of Dubuque graduates 40%.
Bottom Line
Both are solid options. Get the actual aid estimates from each school and compare them side by side. The averages above won't tell your specific story.
Source: IPEDS: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System
Northwestern College. It accepts 80.4% of applicants, per IPEDS data.
Source: IPEDS
University of Dubuque, on average. After aid, students pay $26,067/year versus $26,347/year. Your number depends on your aid package.
Source: IPEDS
Northwestern College: 66% of students finish in 6 years. University of Dubuque is at 40%.
Source: IPEDS
Data from IPEDS (Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System), a federal database maintained by the U.S. Department of Education. Figures represent the most recent available academic year.