We are a Catholic, co-educational, liberal arts university founded in 1843 by the Sisters of Charity of the Blessed Virgin Mary in Dubuque, Iowa. Clarke educates students at the post-secondary level in the liberal arts and sciences, the fine arts, selected professional programs, and graduate programs. We, the faculty, students, staff and administration are a caring, learning community committed to excellence in education. We provide a supportive environment that encourages personal and intellectual growth, promotes global awareness and social responsibility, and deepens spiritual values. To Foster Our Mission: WE ENCOURAGE personal and intellectual growth by: challenging ourselves to grow, experiment, ...show more »
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| Institution Type | 4-year, Private not-for-profit |
| Special Learning Opportunities | Teacher certification Distance learning opportunities Study abroad Weekend/evening college |
| Student Services | Remedial services Academic/career counseling service Employment services for students |
| Credit Accepted | Dual credit Credit for life experiences Advanced placement (AP) credits |
| Religious Affiliation | Roman Catholic |
| Federal Aid | Eligible students may receive Pell Grants and other federal aid (e.g. Direct Loans). |
| Degrees/Certificates Offered | Associate's degree Bachelor's degree Master's degree Post-master's certificate Doctor's degree - professional practice |
| Campus Setting | City: Small |
| Disability Services Student | 7% |
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At Clarke College, 98.0% percent of first-time undergrads receive financial aid, 98.0% receive grants and/or scholarships (an average of $9,812), and 80% receive loans ($6,938 on average). On-campus room and board costs about $6,840. Off campus it is around $6,400. Taking into account total living expenses and financial aid, the average net cost of attending Clarke College is $17,568 per year. |
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In Fall 2009, 823 people applied to Clarke College. Of the applicants, 77.0% were admitted (75.0% male & 78.0% female ) and 23.0% accepted (27.0% male and 21.0% female) Of the 982 undergraduate students at Clarke College, 18.0% are part-time. A majority (76.0%) of the undergrad students are under 25 years of age. And 43.0% of the 220 graduate students are part-time. |
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| Percent of In-State Undergrads | 47.0% |
| Full Time Retention Rate | 78.0% |
| Four-Year Graduation Rate | 58.0% |
| Six-Year Graduation Rate | 71.0% |
| Overall Graduation Rate | 65.0% |
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| Yearly Application Deadline | Jul 1st |
| Admissions Office Phone | 1-800-383-2345. |
| Admissions Office Email | admissions@clarke.edu |
| Admissions Office Address | 1550 Clarke Drive Dubuque, Iowa 52001-3198 |
| Admissions Website | www.clarke.edu/apply (find financial aid info here) |
| Application Fee | $25 |
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In order to be accepted to Clarke College, you should have:
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| Test Scores | |
| SAT Reading (25th Percentile) | 440 |
| SAT Reading (75th Percentile) | 595 |
| SAT Math (25th Percentile) | 448 |
| SAT Math (75th Percentile) | 548 |
| ACT Composite (25th Percentile) | 20 |
| ACT Composite (75th Percentile) | 26 |
| ACT English (25th Percentile) | 20 |
| ACT English (75th Percentile) | 26 |
| ACT Math (25th Percentile) | 20 |
| ACT Math (75th Percentile) | 26 |
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| Program Name | Certificate | Associate | Bachelor | Master | Doctorate |
| Biological and biomedical sciences | 11 | ||||
| Biochemistry | 3 | ||||
| Bioinformatics | 1 | ||||
| Biology/Biological Sciences, General | 7 | ||||
| Business, management, marketing, and related support services | 31 | 28 | |||
| Accounting | 4 | ||||
| Business Administration and Management, General | 27 | 28 | |||
| Communication, journalism, and related programs | 15 | ||||
| Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication, Other | 15 | ||||
| Computer and information sciences and support services | 11 | ||||
| Computer and Information Sciences, General | 7 | ||||
| Computer Science | 4 | ||||
| Education | 34 | 11 | |||
| Education, General | 29 | 11 | |||
| Music Teacher Education | 2 | ||||
| Physical Education Teaching and Coaching | 3 | ||||
| English language and literature/letters | 5 | ||||
| English Language and Literature, General | 5 | ||||
| Foreign languages, literatures, and linguistics | 0 | ||||
| Spanish Language and Literature | 0 | ||||
| Health professions and related clinical sciences | 0 | 52 | 13 | 19 | |
| Athletic Training/Trainer | 8 | ||||
| Family Practice Nurse/Nurse Practitioner | 4 | ||||
| Nursing/Registered Nurse (RN, ASN, BSN, MSN) | 0 | 44 | 9 | ||
| Physical Therapy/Therapist | 19 | ||||
| History | 6 | ||||
| History, General | 6 | ||||
| Liberal arts and sciences, general studies and humanities | 0 | 0 | |||
| Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies | 0 | 0 | |||
| Mathematics and statistics | 3 | ||||
| Mathematics, General | 3 | ||||
| Parks, recreation, leisure, and fitness studies | 3 | ||||
| Sport and Fitness Administration/Management | 3 | ||||
| Philosophy and religious studies | 8 | ||||
| Philosophy | 7 | ||||
| Religion/Religious Studies | 1 | ||||
| Physical sciences | 1 | ||||
| Chemistry, General | 1 | ||||
| Psychology | 20 | ||||
| Psychology, General | 20 | ||||
| Public administration and social service professions | 8 | ||||
| Social Work | 8 | ||||
| Social sciences | 3 | ||||
| Sociology | 3 | ||||
| Visual and performing arts | 15 | ||||
| Art History, Criticism and Conservation | 2 | ||||
| Drama and Dramatics/Theatre Arts, General | 4 | ||||
| Fine/Studio Arts, General | 8 | ||||
| Music Performance, General | 1 | ||||
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