Dubuque County Library

Divine Word College is an undergraduate Roman Catholic seminary that provides educational programs to prepare students as missionary priests and brothers. The college has a team of counselors that assist students with time management, study skills and test taking strategies. It has a computer laboratory that features more than 20 computers for word processing and Web browsing. The college offers degree programs in philosophy, cross cultural studies, arts and English as a second language. It also offers courses in world arts, life sciences, world religions, language and culture, basic writing, world history and fundamental French. Established in 1875, Divine Word College is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission and is located in Epworth, Iowa.

Northeast Iowa Community College, located in Peoria, Iowa, offers educational and extracurricular programs to students. The college offers diploma, certificate, two-year degree and transfer programs to a four-year school. It has an enrollment of more than 5,000 students and is a community college authorized by the Iowa Board of Education to award the associate in arts, associate in science, and associate in applied science degrees and diplomas. Additionally, Northern Iowa Community College provides continuing education throughout the district and assists with a variety of economic development activities. The programs also provide educational options for students who have dropped out and at risk of dropping out. The college library houses nearly 14,000 books, periodicals and audiovisual titles.