| Capri College | Private, Non-profit, 2 to 4 years | Non-degree granting | Dubuque, 52004 |
| Clarke College | Private, For-profit, 4 years or more | Doctoral | Dubuque, 52001 |
| Emmaus Bible College | Private, For-profit, 4 years or more | Bachelors | Dubuque, 52001 |
| Loras College | Private, For-profit, 4 years or more | Masters | Dubuque, 52004 |
| University of Dubuque | Private, For-profit, 4 years or more | Doctoral and First Professional | Dubuque, 52001 |
| Wartburg Theological Seminary | Private, For-profit, 4 years or more | Masters and First Professional | Dubuque, 52003 |