Trade and career programs at Capri College-Dubuque
Certificate and associate programs in the trades we track. One-year earnings are for graduates of 2020-21 and 2021-22, four-year earnings for graduates of 2017-18 and 2018-19, both in 2024 dollars.
| Program | Credential | Graduates (2023-24) | Earnings 1 yr after | Earnings 4 yrs after | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cosmetology and barbering | Certificate | 109 | $23,989 | $28,359 | $7,600 |
| Massage therapy | Certificate | 12 | $23,259 | $33,253 | $4,400 |
Capri College-Dubuque cost
| Tuition and fees (2025-26) | $19,180 |
|---|---|
| Total cost of attendance (2024-25) | $21,268 |
| Average net price after grants (2024-25) | $15,567 |
Net price by family income
| Family income | Average net price |
|---|---|
| $0 to $30,000 | $12,519 |
| $30,001 to $48,000 | $12,716 |
| $48,001 to $75,000 | $14,934 |
| $75,001 to $110,000 | $15,534 |
| Over $110,000 | $21,268 |
Program prices often differ from the school-wide figure, and tools, uniforms or licensing exams can add to them. Ask the school for the full price of the program you want.
Outcomes and students
- 90% of first-time, full-time students finished within 150% of the normal program length (students who started in fall 2022 or the 2022-23 year).
- 86% of first-time students came back or finished after the first year.
- Former students earned a median of $35,092 a year, 10 years after they started (students who received federal aid and were working).
- Students who completed left with a median of $7,600 in federal student loans.
- 38% of students receive a federal Pell Grant.
- Accredited by Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges.
Frequently asked questions
How much does Capri College-Dubuque cost?
Tuition and fees are $19,180 a year (2025-26). After grants, aided students paid an average net price of $15,567 in 2024-25.
What is the completion rate at Capri College-Dubuque?
90% of first-time, full-time students finished within 150% of the normal time for their program.
How much do Capri College-Dubuque graduates earn?
Cosmetology and barbering certificate graduates had the highest median earnings of the programs we track: $23,989 one year after finishing.
Is Capri College-Dubuque accredited?
Capri College-Dubuque is accredited by Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges, according to the Department of Education.
Other trade schools nearby
- Emmaus Bible College, Dubuque: $21,350 a year
- Des Moines Area Community College, Ankeny: $6,030 a year
- Eastern Iowa Community College District, Davenport: $5,016 a year
- Western Iowa Tech Community College, Sioux City: $5,306 a year
- Southeastern Community College, West Burlington: $6,660 a year
- North Iowa Area Community College, Mason City: $6,803 a year
More: all trade schools in Iowa · Capri College-Dubuque on the College Scorecard
Source: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard (institution and field of study files), data release of October 15, 2026. Earnings are for graduates who received federal aid and were working, not enrolled. What each figure covers.