University of Dubuque
74% goes to programs $2 to raise $100 Strong reserves Growing revenue
University of Dubuque is a 501(c)(3) organization based in Dubuque, Iowa, registered in 1938, with $178,745,662 in FY2024 revenue. CharityIndex grades it A, and it directs about 74% of spending to programs.
2000 University Ave, Dubuque, IA, 52001 EIN 42-0680323 Since 1938
Revenue (FY2024)
$178.7M
▲ 71.8% vs prior year
Education median: $200K
Expenses (FY2024)
$107.1M
Net assets
$448.4M
Employees
1,337
CharityIndex rating
One independent A+ to F grade from four published criteria, each scored separately from IRS filings and combined by weight.
A
BProgram efficiency40% of the rating74% to programs · $2 to raise $100
Measures how much of every dollar spent actually reaches programs, plus what it costs to raise $100 of donations. The worse of the two measures sets the letter (85%+ to programs is an A; under $15 to raise $100 is an A), averaged over the three most recent filings. For University of Dubuque: 74% to programs · $2 to raise $100 earns a B on this criterion. See the exact thresholds →
AFinancial health25% of the rating50 mo reserves · +40% margin
Measures whether the organization is built to last: how many months its reserves would cover expenses (3+ months earns an A-range score, but hoarding 5+ years of budget is capped) and whether it runs a surplus or a deficit. For University of Dubuque: 50 mo reserves · +40% margin earns a A on this criterion. See the exact thresholds →
A+Governance25% of the rating6 of 6 checks met
Checks how the organization is run, from its own Form 990: an independent board majority, a board of five or more, conflict-of-interest, whistleblower and document-retention policies, and independently audited financials. The share of disclosed checks that pass sets the letter. For University of Dubuque: 6 of 6 checks met earns a A+ on this criterion. See the exact thresholds →
A+Transparency10% of the rating5 of 5 disclosure signals
Counts five disclosure signals: a recent filing, a mission statement, program descriptions, a listed website, and the full expense breakdown. More disclosure, better letter. For University of Dubuque: 5 of 5 disclosure signals earns a A+ on this criterion. See the exact thresholds →
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Mission
Post secondary and graduate level education
What they do
Student services: includes admissions, athletics, and all areas of student life.
Auxiliary services: includes university bookstore, coffeehouse, and daycare facilities.
Contact & location
- Address
- 2000 University Ave, Dubuque, IA, 52001
- City
- Dubuque
- State
- Iowa
- Category
- Education
- Subcategory
- Colleges & Universities
- Phone
- …
- Website
- …
Financial trends
Revenue grew from $62.5M (FY2013) to $178.7M (FY2024) across 12 reported years.
Financial snapshot
Financial health & position (FY2024)
Liabilities $172.4MNet assets $448.4M
Operating margin
40.1%
Revenue exceeded expenses in the latest fiscal year.
Total assets
$620.8M
Total liabilities
$172.4M
Net assets
$448.4M
Salaries & benefits
$37.4M
35% of expenses
Board members
31
28 independent
Financials by year
| Fiscal year | Revenue | Expenses | Net assets | Total assets | Form |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $178,745,662▲71.8% | $107,111,027▲11.6% | $448,397,619▲21.0% | $620,827,231▲38.9% | 990 |
| 2023 | $104,032,285▲1.4% | $95,956,244▲1.5% | $370,436,516▲19.5% | $446,864,840▲13.8% | 990 |
| 2022 | $102,590,813▲0.6% | $94,555,804▼3.5% | $310,076,502▼2.0% | $392,754,742▼2.8% | 990 |
| 2021 | $101,934,834▼7.7% | $98,030,497▼0.3% | $316,547,098▼1.9% | $404,218,027▲0.3% | 990 |
| 2020 | $110,402,473▲18.2% | $98,357,277▲10.5% | $322,825,578▲30.2% | $403,203,443▲24.3% | 990 |
| 2019 | $93,440,105▼1.9% | $88,984,205▼1.8% | $247,994,495▲4.4% | $324,347,038▲6.8% | 990 |
| 2018 | $95,283,419▲8.3% | $90,586,992▲7.3% | $237,460,742▼2.6% | $303,609,857▼1.3% | 990 |
| 2017 | $87,998,536▼27.8% | $84,412,834▲11.7% | $243,841,355▲7.2% | $307,640,148▲4.4% | 990 |
| 2016 | $121,928,430▲45.6% | $75,571,545▲4.6% | $227,424,961▲29.6% | $294,561,791▲20.6% | 990 |
| 2015 | $83,728,369▲14.4% | $72,229,863▲6.1% | $175,434,547▼2.4% | $244,273,568▼1.7% | 990 |
| 2014 | $73,185,269▲17.0% | $68,101,149▲8.1% | $179,666,114▲11.2% | $248,552,210▲7.3% | 990 |
| 2013 | $62,528,992 | $63,024,968▲6.5% | $161,617,475▲3.1% | $231,688,773▲1.8% | 990 |
| 2012 | — | $59,188,307▲6.3% | $156,767,662▲21.4% | $227,602,235▲11.8% | 990 |
| 2011 | — | $55,675,513▲7.9% | $129,142,116▼8.0% | $203,523,724▼1.1% | 990 |
| 2010 | — | $51,581,512 | $140,337,092 | $205,814,339 | 990 |
Original Form 990 PDFs (the Form column) are served by ProPublica Nonprofit Explorer, as filed with the IRS. Create a free account to download the CSV report.
Leadership & compensation (FY2024)
Highest-paid: Rev Dr Jeffrey Bullock — $554,032 (0.52% of total expenses)
| Name | Title | Hours/week | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rev Dr Jeffrey Bullock | President (former-thru May 2024) | 40 | $554,032 |
| James D Steiner | Vp Finance/asst Treasurer | 40 | $233,462 |
| Travis Frampton | President (eff. June 2024) | 40 | $199,925 |
| Natalie Weber | Asst Prof/dir PA Studies | 40 | $180,627 |
| Melissa Hemesath | Associate Vp For Advancement | 40 | $175,250 |
| Dr Mark Ward | Vp of Academic Affairs | 40 | $162,210 |
| Rebecca Weidenhamer | Collections Manager | 40 | $155,010 |
| Nelson Edmonds | Vp Student Engagement/intercollegiate Athletics | 1 | $150,042 |
| Andrew J Butler | Trustee | 1 | — |
| Becky Conlon | Trustee | 1 | — |
| Bruce A Obbink Md | Trustee | 1 | — |
| Caroline M Grunenwald | Trustee | 1 | — |
| Colleen Birdnow Brown | Trustee | 1 | — |
| Dominique A Anthony | Trustee | 1 | — |
| Douglas J Horstmann | Chairman/trustee | 1 | — |
| Javaune Adams-gaston | Trustee | 1 | — |
| Jeffery J Keith | Trustee | 1 | — |
| John E Butler | Trustee | 1 | — |
| John G Couchman | Trustee | 1 | — |
| Joseph A Chlapaty | Trustee | 1 | — |
Top vendors & contractors (FY2024)
| Contractor | Services | Paid |
|---|---|---|
| Elior Inc | Food Services On Campus | $2,896,605 |
| Jenzabar Inc | Technology | $856,484 |
| Blue Skies Over Dubuque Inc | Aircraft Maintenance | $699,991 |
| Ruffalo Noel Levitz | Admission Outreach | $555,488 |
| Geisler Brothers Company | Building Maintenance | $555,200 |
Grants received · $18.3M total
57 grants to University of Dubuque totaling $18.3M, reported by foundations on their Schedule I filings — showing the 15 most recent.
| Grantmaker | Purpose | Year | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Columbus Foundation | Education | 2024 | $1,382,543 |
| University Impact | To support organization | 2024 | $25,000 |
| Community Fdn of Greater Des Moines | Grant distribution | 2024 | $20,000 |
| American Endowment Foundation | Educational | 2024 | $16,000 |
| The Us Charitable Gift Trust | For recipient's exempt purpose | 2024 | $10,246 |
| National Christian Charitable Foundation | Colleges and universities | 2024 | $5,700 |
| Columbus Foundation | Education | 2023 | $985,811 |
| Fidelity Investments Charitable Gift Fund | For grant recipient's exempt purposes | 2023 | $501,450 |
| Morgan Stanley Global Impact Funding Trust Inc | Unrestricted general support | 2023 | $35,000 |
| National Collegiate Athletic Association | Grants | 2023 | $33,000 |
| The Us Charitable Gift Trust | For recipient's exempt purpose | 2023 | $15,000 |
| Columbus Foundation | Education | 2022 | $2,767,400 |
| American Association For the Advancement of Science | Integrate science into core curricula | 2022 | $37,500 |
| Fidelity Investments Charitable Gift Fund | For grant recipient's exempt purposes | 2022 | $23,675 |
| The Blackbaud Giving Fund | General support | 2022 | $6,295 |
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Frequently asked questions
- Is University of Dubuque a legitimate nonprofit?
- Yes. University of Dubuque is a 501(c)(3) organization registered with the U.S. Internal Revenue Service under EIN 42-0680323, based in Dubuque, Iowa. Donations are tax-deductible.
- What is University of Dubuque's EIN?
- University of Dubuque's Employer Identification Number (EIN) is 42-0680323.
- How much revenue does University of Dubuque report?
- University of Dubuque reported $178,745,662 in total revenue on its fiscal year 2024 IRS Form 990 filing.
- How much of University of Dubuque's spending goes to programs?
- University of Dubuque spends about 74% of its total expenses on programs, based on its latest IRS Form 990.
- What financial grade does University of Dubuque have?
- CharityIndex grades University of Dubuque A, based on program efficiency and fundraising cost.
- How much does University of Dubuque's highest-paid employee make?
- The highest reported compensation on University of Dubuque's latest Form 990 is $554,032, paid to Rev Dr Jeffrey Bullock (President (former-thru May 2024)).
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Data for University of Dubuque (EIN 42-0680323) comes from the IRS Business Master File and e-filed Form 990 returns, via CharityIndex. Figures reflect what the organization reported to the IRS for each fiscal year.