HI, WE’RE CLARKE!
In the heart of Dubuque, Iowa, Clarke University has offered a high-quality education since 1843. While our methods may have changed, our dedication to seeing every student succeed has not – and that includes you!
In the coming pages, we’ll tell you a little more about us and our home in Dubuque, Iowa but we’re most excited to learn about you! If you haven’t already, we hope you’ll visit us on campus soon so we can get to know you and your goals.
FEEL AT HOME IN DUBUQUE, IOWA!
Clarke has been a part of the Dubuque community for 180 years and we’re still finding new things to love about our hometown.
• Miles of trails, local and state parks, ski resorts, and waterways
• Coffee shops, restaurants, shopping, and entertainment
• Impressive street murals, art installations, live music and theatre
• National sports, popular museums, and more — people across the country have their eyes on Dubuque for good reason!
OF STUDENTS COME FROM RACIALLY AND ETHNICALLY DIVERSE BACKGROUNDS
TOTAL ENROLLMENT 26.4% 99% TEST OPTIONAL
STUDENTS STATE THEY FEEL SAFE TO LEARN & EXPLORE
15 1,025
WE WILL PROVIDE AN ADMISSION DECISION WITHOUT A TEST SCORE.
AVERAGE CLASS SIZE FOR FIRST YEAR STUDENT COURSES
95%
OF GRADUATES REPORT BEING EMPLOYED IN THEIR FIELD OR CONTINUING THEIR EDUCATION
YOUR EDUCATION YOUR EDUCATION YOUR WAY
Our well-rounded, excellent academic programs allow you to explore all your interests. Not sure of your major? No problem! Our dedicated faculty and academic advisors are here to guide you through your options.
Plus, you’ll have the Clarke Compass, a tool that allows your coursework and life experiences to shape your journey. Earn credit for:
• Volunteering with community nonprofits
• Participating in fine arts or athletics
• Taking on leadership roles in student organizations
• Local and national internships
“I was in the choir, I’m on the and Field team, I submit art
Tenth Muse Literary Magazine I’m an academic coach. Getting involved, I’m able to pull lessons from all these different experiences and people. They make me a student, athlete, graphic designer, and person.”
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ACADEMIC PROGRAMS
UNDERGRADUATE PROGRAMS
Accounting
Art (Studio)
Art (Education K-8 and 5-12)
Biochemistry
Biology
Business Administration
Finance (emphasis)
Management (emphasis)
Marketing (emphasis)
Chemistry
Communication
Computer Science
Digital Media Studies
Elementary Education
Secondary Education
Education: Special Education +
English
Graphic Design
Health, Wellness & Behavioral Sciences
History
Interdisciplinary Arts +
Justice & Activism +
Liberal Studies
Mathematics
Music
Music Education
Nursing
Nutrition & Food Science +
Philosophy
Pre-Athletic Training
Pre-Chiropractic Medicine
Pre-Dentistry
Pre-Law, 3+3 program
Pre-Medicine
Pre-Occupational Therapy
Pre-Optometry
Pre-Pharmacy
Pre-Physical Therapy, 3+3 program
Pre-Physician Assistant
Pre-Veterinary Medicine
Psychology
Religious Studies +
Social Welfare +
Social Work
Spanish Literature & Culture +
Sport Management
Writing +
Undeclared/Open
GRADUATE PROGRAMS
Master of Arts in Education
Master of Business
Administration
Master of Social Work
Doctor of Nursing Practice
Doctor of Physical Therapy
+ Minor Only
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LIFE OU T SIDE THE CLASSROOM
Academics are a huge part of the college experience, but there is much more to Clarke than what happens in class.
You can cheer on the home team, take part in a music or theatre performance, grab a coffee or Lotus tea at the campus coffee shop, and volunteer with one of our dozens of student organizations – that’s just a typical Saturday at Clarke! Keep the fun going 24/7 by choosing to live on campus in one of our four residence halls. With so many opportunities, there’s something for everyone at Clarke!
PART OF THE PRIDE
Whether you want to play at the collegiate level or prefer to cheer from the sidelines, athletics are a source of pride for everyone at Clarke. They can also lead to deeper community connections.
Starting with the golf team, I realized that being a part of something opens you up. I signed up to be a Tuckpointer to help with move-in. I joined the Clarke Activities Board, Dance Marathon, and the Sport Management Club. Being involved has added so much to my experience, and I want to be the person new students come to when they are trying to find their way at Clarke, just like my teammates were for me.”
