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Private nonprofit, 4-Year
Dubuque, IA

Emmaus Bible College

Explore one of the most distinguished institutions in IA. Your pathway to a brighter future begins here.

Annual Tuition

$20,000

Average Sticker Price

Admission Rate

97.7%

Selectivity Level

Graduation Rate

81.6%

Completion Success

Median Earnings

$42,631

10y Career Outlook

About Institution

Emmaus Bible College is a distinguished Private nonprofit, 4-Year institution located in Dubuque, IA. With a competitive tuition profile of $20,000, it remains an attractive choice for ambitious students. A strong graduation rate of 81.6% underscores its academic rigor and effective student support systems.

Admissions Intel

SAT Score Range

Reading & Writing460 – 510
20025th–75th percentile800
Math450 – 550
20025th–75th percentile800

ACT Score Range

Composite20 – 26
125th–75th percentile36

Acceptance Rate

97.7%

Transfer-Out Rate0.0%

Investment Return

Estimated College ROI Analysis

Total 4-Year Cost

$80,000

Based on sticker tuition

Estimated Payback

6.3 yrs

Time to recoup investment

Annual Earnings Boost

+$12,631

vs. $30k HS diploma baseline

10-Year Net Gain

+$46,310

Cumulative earnings advantage minus total college cost

20-Year Net Gain

+$172,620

Long-term projected return on your education investment

ROI estimates use the BLS national median of $30,000/yr for high school diploma holders as a baseline. Actual results vary based on major, career path, location, and individual circumstances. Median graduate debt at Emmaus Bible College is $15,750.

Student Community

Gender Balance

Women
Men
53.5%
46.5%
FemininityMasculinity

Ethnic Diversity

White
73.8%
Unknown
7.1%
Hispanic
4.9%
Black
3.8%
Two or more
3.8%
International
2.7%
Asian
2.2%
American Indian / Alaska Native
1.1%
Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander
0.5%

Security Audit

Safety Rating: 3-Year Aggregate

Incidents

0

Burglary

0

Theft

0

Assault

0

Robbery

0

Rape

0

Arson

0

Murder

0

Financial Outlook

Total Sticker Price

$20,000

Estimated cost before aid.

Net Price By Income

$0 - $30k$10,720
$30k - $48k$9,053
$48k - $75k$12,281
$75k+$15,384

Debt & Financial Aid

Median Debt (grads)$15,750
Pell Grant Recipients40.3%
Using Federal Loans25.2%
Historical 3yr Loan Repayment83.5%

Repayment measured in 2016–17; this federal measure was discontinued.

Grant Aid (IPEDS 2021)

Avg. Federal Grant$5,352
Avg. Pell Grant$5,152
Avg. State/Local Grant$7,086
Avg. Institutional Grant$10,957
Students Receiving Grants100.0%

* Most students receive significant grants and scholarships, reducing the actual cost. Grant data from IPEDS Student Financial Aid survey.

Quick Overview

Faculty Ratio

N/A

Retention

70.3%

Success

81.6%

In-State Cost

$20,000

Age 25+ Students

9.6%

Carnegie Class

Baccalaureate: Diverse

Working at 6yr

100 students

Security Benchmark

Campus vs. City Comparison (Per 100k)

Violent Offenses

PER 100K
On-Campus0.0
Dubuque (City-wide)0.0

Property Crimes

PER 100K
On-Campus0.0
Dubuque (City-wide)0.0

Stats sourced from institutional reports and municipal data. These rates provide a standardized baseline for comparing safety across different environments.

Living In Dubuque

Off-Campus Market Estimator

Current Fair Market Rents
🏠

Studio

$650

Monthly Average

🏢

1 Bedroom

$712

Monthly Average

🏘️

2 Bedrooms

$936

Monthly Average

🏢

3 Bedrooms

$

Monthly Average

Data provided by HUD Fair Market Rent (FMR). These estimates assist with financial planning for off-campus housing in the Dubuque metropolitan area.