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Saint Ambrose University

Davenport, IA · Private nonprofit · Bachelor's degrees · City

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About Saint Ambrose University

St. Ambrose University (SAU) is a private Catholic university in Davenport, Iowa, United States. It was founded as a school of commerce for young men in 1882.

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77%

Acceptance

$24,691

Net price

1,916

Enrollment

61%

Grad rate

Report Card

B

Academics

Graduation & retention rates

B

Value

Earnings vs. cost of attendance

B

Career Outcomes

Graduate earnings after 10 years

B

Affordability

Average net price after aid

C-

Selectivity

How hard it is to get in

B

Diversity

Racial & ethnic balance of students

Grades are computed from official U.S. Department of Education metrics (graduation, cost, earnings, selectivity and student diversity).

Admissions

77%

Acceptance rate

1,093

SAT average

24

ACT midpoint

SAT Reading490580
SAT Math440590
ACT Composite2025

Bars show the middle 50% (25th–75th percentile) of admitted students.

Cost & Financial Aid

$24,691

Average net price

$36,658

In-state tuition

$36,658

Out-of-state tuition

$13,378

Room & board

$1,320

Books & supplies

$51,141

Total cost of attendance

32%

Students receiving Pell grants

64%

Students with federal loans

$25,000

Median student debt

Average net price by family income

$0–30K
$22,037
$30–48K
$21,729
$48–75K
$22,408
$75–110K
$24,776
$110K+
$27,807

Net price is the average annual cost after grants and scholarships for federally-aided students.

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After Graduation

$59,531

Median earnings (10 yrs)

$51,616

Median earnings (6 yrs)

61%

Graduation rate

76%

Retention rate

86%

Earn more than a HS grad

$11,705

Instructional spend / student

Student Body

1,916

Total enrollment

6%

Part-time

21

Avg. age at entry

28%

First-generation

Gender balance

53% women
47% men

Race & ethnicity

White
66%
Hispanic
11%
Black
8%
Two or more races
5%
Asian
2%
Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander
0%
American Indian / Alaska Native
0%

Saint Ambrose University FAQ

Is Saint Ambrose University a public or private school?

Saint Ambrose University is a private nonprofit institution located in Davenport, IA.

What is the acceptance rate at Saint Ambrose University?

Saint Ambrose University has an acceptance rate of 77%, based on the latest U.S. Department of Education data.

How much does Saint Ambrose University cost?

The average annual net price at Saint Ambrose University is $24,691 — the typical cost after grants and scholarships for federally-aided students. Published tuition is $36,658.

What is the graduation rate at Saint Ambrose University?

About 61% of students at Saint Ambrose University complete their degree, according to federal completion data.

How much do Saint Ambrose University graduates earn?

Ten years after enrolling, Saint Ambrose University students earn a median of $59,531 per year.

What SAT or ACT scores do you need for Saint Ambrose University?

Admitted students at Saint Ambrose University have an average SAT score of 1,093 and an ACT midpoint of 24. Requirements vary, so check the school's admissions office for the latest.

How many students attend Saint Ambrose University?

Saint Ambrose University enrolls about 1,916 students.

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