Dubuque college students can ride Jule free

Students attending Dubuque’s colleges will be able to ride the Jule for free this academic year. This marks the third consecutive year the city is offering free rides on its public transit system to local college students, according to a city press release. Previously, college students were charged the adult fare of $1.50 per ride. With a valid 2025-2026 academic year ID, students from Capri College, Clarke University, Emmaus University, Loras College, Northeast Iowa Community College, University of Dubuque, and Wartburg Theological Seminary ride free. K-12 students also are able to ride the Jule for free. Students in sixth to 12th grades must present a valid school ID to be eligible for the free bus rides.