Dubuque, IA · Fayette, IA · Source: IPEDS federal database
| University of Dubuque | Upper Iowa University | |
|---|---|---|
| Acceptance Rate | 86.9% | 93.4% |
| In-State Tuition | $40,065 | $19,000 |
| Out-of-State Tuition | $40,065 | $19,000 |
| Average Net Price | $15,692 | $6,959 |
| Graduation Rate | 41.0% | 41.0% |
GradFax Analysis
University of Dubuque accepts 86.9% of applicants. Upper Iowa University accepts 93.4%. University of Dubuque's tuition is $40,065. Upper Iowa University's is $19,000. That's a $21,065 difference per year. Six-year graduation rates are close: 41% at University of Dubuque, 41% at Upper Iowa University.
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
University of Dubuque. It accepts 86.9% of applicants, per IPEDS data.
Source: IPEDS
Upper Iowa University has lower published tuition: $19,000 versus $40,065. Financial aid can flip this, so compare your actual award letters.
Source: IPEDS
Nearly the same. University of Dubuque is at 41%; Upper Iowa University is at 41%.
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.