About us
The University of Dubuque is a private liberal arts university and was founded in 1852 and is a Presbyterian university. In Iowa, UD is situated in Dubuque and provides liberal arts education with professional contexts comprising 41 undergraduate and graduate degrees.
The university is also seeking the creation of the first medical school in Iowa within the last 125 years to increase the opportunities for medical education and health care delivery.
The commitment of this university to academic success, character formation, and community involvement makes it a university of choice, especially to students who want a balanced education.
University Highlights:
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Details
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Type
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Private, Coeducational
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Affiliation
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Presbyterian Church (USA)
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Location
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Dubuque, Iowa
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Campus Size
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77 acres
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Student Enrolment
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Over 2,100 students
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Student-to-Faculty Ratio
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15:1
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Academic Programs
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41 bachelor's and master's programs
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Accreditations
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Higher Learning Commission; Association of Theological Schools in North America
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U.S. News Ranking
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#79 in Regional Universities Midwest
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Athletics
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NCAA Division III, American Rivers Conference; Team Name: Spartans
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Character Education
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Wendt Centre for Character Education
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Recent Initiative
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Pursuing the establishment of a new medical school in Iowa
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