Iowa – Why Go Anywhere Else
Be You at CU!
The thing we think you’ll love about Clarke is that here, you’re never just one thing. You’re not just a student – you’re a professional exploring their future career. You’re more than an athlete or an artist – you’re an individual who delights, entertains, and amazes those around you. And while you may feel like one individual volunteering your time with Campus Ministry or an Earth Day clean up, Clarke connects you to a community and nationwide alumni network that empowers you to make a real difference.
With so many opportunities at your fingertips, you’ll have to ask yourself – “Why Go Anywhere Else?”
Find Your Home Away From Home
A Community You Can Call Home
Did you know that 1 in 3 alumni choose to stay in Dubuque County after graduation? We welcome local students from right here in Dubuque as well as students from 41 states and 23 countries.
With fantastic internship, career, and community connections near and far, Clarke offers a network that supports you academically, socially, and beyond.
Adventure Awaits
Whether you’re hitting the slopes at the nearby ski resorts or relaxing at the local coffee shop, there is something fun for everyone in Dubuque. Clarke also partners with local organizations to offer special discounts and events for students throughout the year.
Want more to explore? Check out other regional hotspots for a weekend or day trip:
Davenport, Iowa 1:30 Madison, Wisconsin 1:30
Iowa City, Iowa 1:40 Milwaukee, Wisconsin 2:45
Des Moines, Iowa 3:00 Chicago, Illinois 3:30
Academic Excellence & Support Services
When you’re a student at Clarke, you’re support extends beyond the classroom with resources like:
- Peer mentoring, tutoring, study groups, and more hosted through the Margaret Mann Academic Resource Center (MARC).
- Job shadowing, industry tours, and internships are our Career Services team’s specialty, and they work with students at every grade level to ensure you graduate career-ready.
- Events like Into the Streets and other days of service that connect our Campus Ministry and Engagement and Intercultural Programs with our friends and neighbors in Dubuque.
It Pays to Participate
At Clarke, you can earn scholarships for doing what you love. We offer merit scholarships for academics, athletic, and fine arts participation and 100 percent of Clarke students receive financial aid of some kind.
If you’d prefer to cheer on your classmates from the audience, you’ll have plenty of opportunities, from Clarke’s 22 athletic teams to music and theatre performances, gallery showings, guest lectures, and so much more.