Saint Ambrose University
About Saint Ambrose University
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Saint Ambrose University is a private Catholic university in Davenport, Iowa, in the Quad Cities. It offers programs in nursing, engineering, business, and education, with a strong health sciences reputation and ties to the regional economy.
Founded
1882
Location
Davenport, Iowa
Students
2,475
Institution
Private
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
77.3%
Open admission
Graduation Rate
61%
Near national average
Tuition
$36,658
Per year
Avg Net Price
$24,691
After financial aid
SAT Average
1093
Out of 1600
Median Earnings
$59,531
10 years after enrollment
Admissions
How competitive is getting in?
Selectivity
Moderate
Most students who apply are accepted
How to Apply
Test Policy
Test Optional
Application Fee
Free
Early
N/A
Deadline
Rolling
Saint Ambrose University accepts the majority of applicants at 77.3%. If you meet the basic requirements, this is an accessible option worth considering.
SAT Scores
1093/ 1600
ACT Scores
24/ 36
Academics
How strong is the academic experience?
Student Success
Average
61% complete their degree within six years
Retention
75.8%
4-Year Grad
55%
6-Year Grad
64%
Teaching Quality
12:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
100%
$/Student
$11.7K
Class Size
Medium
While 55% finish in 4 years, 75.8% of freshmen do return for sophomore year. Many students here may take a bit longer, but they stick with it.
Tuition & Costs
What will you actually pay?
Tuition & Fees
$36,658
Annual Tuition
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
$13,378
Books & Supplies
$1,320
Total Cost of Attendance
$51,141
After Financial Aid
$24,691
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$22,037
Receive Grants
31.6%
Take Loans
64.4%
The total cost of attendance runs about $51,141/yr, including $13,378 for room and board. After financial aid, the average student pays $24,691.
Financial Aid
Who gets aid and what happens after
Financial aid comes in two forms: grants and scholarships (free money you don't repay) and loans (borrowed money you pay back after graduating). Here's how students at Saint Ambrose University fund their education.
While in School
31.6%
Get Grants
Free money
64.4%
Take Loans
Must repay
$69,543
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$25,000
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$265/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
The $25,000 median debt is above average, but graduates earn $60K within ten years. The numbers suggest the investment pays off for most students.
Student Body
Diversity, gender, and enrollment
From gender balance and racial diversity to age and background, here's a look at who attends Saint Ambrose University.
Gender
53.1%
Female
47%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
1,916
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
559
Graduates
28.4%
First-Gen
21 yrs
Avg Age
11.4%
Age 25+
The campus has a balanced gender split (53% women, 47% men). 28.4% are first-generation college students, so there's a strong community of students who understand that experience.
Campus Life
What it's like to be a student here
Campus Setting
City: Midsize
Campus Quick Facts
1,916
Students
private
Institution
Small
Campus Size
Doctoral
Classification
What This College Offers
Semester calendar
Study Abroad
Yes
AP Credit
Yes
Teacher Cert
Yes
ROTC
No
Evening College
Yes
Online Programs
Yes
Job Placement
No
Career Counseling
Yes
Sports & Athletics
How seriously this college takes sport
Saint Ambrose University fields 16 varsity teams with 962 student athletes, about 50% of the student body.
Division
NAIA
Division II
Conference
Chicagoland
The league its teams compete in
Varsity Sports
16
Biggest: Football
Student Athletes
962
50% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
65% / 35%
628
Men
334
Women
14
Men's Teams
13
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
Every Varsity Team
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of Saint Ambrose Universityearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$59,531
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness
$27K
90 grads
1yr Earnings
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
$66K
77 grads
1yr Earnings
Psychology, General
$33K
43 grads
1yr Earnings
Marketing
$46K
43 grads
1yr Earnings
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods
$41K
36 grads
1yr Earnings
Management Sciences and Quantitative Methods
$49K
28 grads
1yr Earnings
Graduates earn about $52K six years out, growing to $60K by year ten. Above average, though your choice of major will be the biggest factor.
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