The University of Dubuque is a private Presbyterian university in Dubuque, Iowa, founded in 1852 as the German Theological College and Seminary. It enrolls about 2,200 students and is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission. The university is known for the Wendt Character Initiative, which promotes ethical character development, and for its Spartans athletic teams in NCAA Division III's American Rivers Conference. Notable alumni include actor Tony Danza. Following the 2023 closure of Iowa Wesleyan, it was one of four schools that signed teach-out agreements for its students. UD has been test-optional since students entering in January 2021, and GPA carries significant weight in admission decisions; the average admitted GPA is reported around 3.2 to 3.4.
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UD is test-optional and relies mainly on high school GPA and transcript.
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Location
2000 University Avenue, Dubuque, IA, Iowa, United States
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