At a glance
Average net price
$24,479
In-state, after aid
6-year graduation rate
56.1%
Admission rate
72%
Undergrad size
742
In-state tuition
$40,910
Out-of-state tuition
$40,910
Cost of attendance
$55,782
Median earnings (10y)
$55,396
Admissions
- SAT average
- 1,054
- ACT midpoint
- 21
- Retention
- 67.3%
- Locale
- City
Programs breakdown
12 program areas reported · Academic mix is led by social sciences (29%), health (21%), business (17%).
- STEM8%
- Health21%
- Business17%
- Humanities & arts14%
- Social sciences29%
- Trades & services10%
- Health professions21.1%~157 students/yr · HealthCompare schools
- Business17.3%~128 students/yr · BusinessCompare schools
- Education16.0%~119 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- Parks & recreation10.3%~76 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- Psychology9.6%~71 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- Liberal arts7.7%~57 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~52 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- Communication3.9%~29 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~24 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- ~19 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Computer science0.6%~5 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~5 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
Share of all degrees and certificates awarded in each broad CIP-2 program area (U.S. Department of Education, latest reporting year). Estimated students/yr = share × undergrad size.
Specific majors offered
21 specific majors with reported completions. Earnings shown are median annual earnings 1 year after graduation; debt is median student-loan debt at graduation.
| Major | Credential | Grads | Median earnings | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Bachelor's | 72 | $49,623 | $27,000 |
| Rehabilitation and Therapeutic Professions. | First professional | 57 | — | — |
| Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness. | Bachelor's | 48 | — | $26,974 |
| Psychology, General. | Bachelor's | 47 | $32,717 | $26,500 |
| Social Work. | Master's | 40 | $37,017 | — |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Bachelor's | 35 | $53,088 | $27,000 |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods. | Bachelor's | 33 | $34,866 | $27,000 |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | First professional | 23 | — | — |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Master's | 19 | $50,068 | — |
| Biology, General. | Bachelor's | 16 | — | — |
| Social Work. | Bachelor's | 14 | — | — |
| Education, General. | Master's | 12 | $40,604 | — |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions. | Bachelor's | 11 | — | — |
| Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, General. | Bachelor's | 9 | — | — |
| Communication and Media Studies. | Bachelor's | 7 | — | — |
| Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities. | Bachelor's | 7 | — | — |
| Computer and Information Sciences, General. | Bachelor's | 6 | — | — |
| Philosophy. | Bachelor's | 6 | — | — |
| Computer Science. | Bachelor's | 5 | — | — |
| Rehabilitation and Therapeutic Professions. | Doctoral | — | $68,009 | — |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Doctoral | — | $92,062 | — |
Source: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard Field of Study. Earnings cover graduates who received federal financial aid and are working / not enrolled. Cells marked "—" are not reported or were suppressed for privacy.
About Clarke University
Clarke University is a small institution located in Dubuque, Iowa, primarily awarding the bachelor's degree. It enrolls roughly 742 undergraduate students in a city setting. The most popular fields of study include Health professions, Business, Education.
Cost & tuition
The average net price at Clarke University — what a typical student actually pays after grants and scholarships — is $24,479 per year, which is above the national average compared to other U.S. institutions. Published tuition is $40,910 per year before aid. Total cost of attendance, including housing, books, and living expenses, comes to about $55,782 annually.
Graduation & earnings outcomes
The 6-year graduation rate is 56.1%, a above-average completion outcome. 67.3% of first-time students return for a second year, a useful proxy for student satisfaction and academic fit. Ten years after enrolling, the median graduate earns $55,396 per year according to U.S. Department of Education earnings tracking.
Programs & majors
Clarke University confers degrees and certificates across 12 broad program areas, with the largest concentrations of completions in Health professions, Business, Education. Grouped into wider academic categories, the mix is led by social sciences (29% of credentials), health (21% of credentials), business (17% of credentials), which gives a quick read on the school's overall academic profile. Use the programs breakdown below to see every reported area, an estimated number of students per program per year, and links to compare other U.S. colleges in the same field.
Admissions
Clarke University accepts 72% of applicants, making it moderately selective. Admitted students have an average SAT score around 1,054. The ACT midpoint for admitted students is roughly 21.
Location & campus
Set in Dubuque, Iowa (city), Clarke University draws students from across Iowa and beyond. Prospective students often weigh proximity, cost of living, and local industry demand when choosing between schools in this area.
Frequently asked questions about Clarke University
Q.How much does Clarke University cost?
The average net price at Clarke University is $24,479 per year after grants and scholarships, with total cost of attendance around $55,782.
Q.What is the graduation rate at Clarke University?
Clarke University has a 6-year graduation rate of 56.1% according to the latest U.S. Department of Education data.
Q.How hard is it to get into Clarke University?
Clarke University admits 72% of applicants, which is considered moderately selective.
Q.How much do Clarke University graduates earn?
Ten years after enrolling, the median Clarke University graduate earns $55,396 per year.
Q.What is tuition at Clarke University?
Published tuition is $40,910 in-state. Most students pay less than the sticker price after financial aid.
Q.Where is Clarke University located?
Clarke University is located in Dubuque, Iowa (ZIP 52001).
Data on this page comes from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard and IPEDS, the federal sources colleges are required to report to. Net price, graduation rate, and earnings figures reflect the latest available federal release. Always verify current tuition and program availability directly with Clarke University at their official website.