Saint Ambrose University
Faith-based college · Davenport, IA · 1,916 undergraduates
Acceptance rate, SAT and ACT scores, cost, and financial aid
Acceptance rate
77%
Accessible
SAT (middle 50%)
930–1170
ACT (middle 50%)
20–25
Average net price
$23,689
per year, after grants
Cost of attendance
$53,069
per year, before aid
Graduation rate
70%
within 6 years
These numbers haven't been checked against official data yet. Values marked changed a lot or disagree with another source. Costs, aid, and policies change every year — always confirm on the college's website before you decide.
How hard is it to get into Saint Ambrose University?
Saint Ambrose University accepts about 77 of every 100 applicants (77%), which makes it accessible. This number changed a lot in the latest data, so confirm it with the college.
The middle half of admitted students scored between 930 and 1170 on the SAT. A score at or above 1170 puts you in the top quarter of admitted students; below 930, your scores are below most.
On the ACT, the middle half scored 20–25.
The latest federal data says Saint Ambrose University is test-optional (scores are considered if you send them), but that data can lag a year or two and several colleges have changed their policies since. Confirm on Saint Ambrose University's admissions website before you decide whether to send scores.
How much does Saint Ambrose University cost?
The full cost of attendance — tuition, fees, housing, food, books, and other expenses — is about $53,069 a year before financial aid.
After grants and scholarships, students who get federal aid pay $23,689 a year on average. Your price depends on your family's income — use the college's net price calculator for an estimate.
Tuition and fees are $38,113 a year.
- Tuition & fees (in-state)$38,113
- Tuition & fees (out-of-state)$38,113
- Room & board$13,780
- Total cost of attendance$53,069
- Average net price after grants$23,689
Popular majors
Business, Health Professions & Nursing, Parks, Recreation & Fitness, Psychology, Education.
Saint Ambrose University FAQ
- What is Saint Ambrose University's acceptance rate?
- 77% — accessible.
- What SAT score do you need for Saint Ambrose University?
- Admitted students' middle 50% range is 930–1170. Aim for 1170 or higher to be above most admitted students.
- What ACT score do you need for Saint Ambrose University?
- Admitted students' middle 50% range is 20–25.
- Is Saint Ambrose University test-optional?
- The latest federal data says Saint Ambrose University is test-optional (scores are considered if you send them), but that data can lag a year or two and several colleges have changed their policies since. Confirm on Saint Ambrose University's admissions website before you decide whether to send scores.
- How much does Saint Ambrose University cost?
- About $53,069 a year before aid; $23,689 on average after grants.
- What is Saint Ambrose University's FAFSA school code?
- 001889. Add it in the "Colleges" section of the FAFSA at studentaid.gov so Saint Ambrose University receives your information.
- What is Saint Ambrose University's graduation rate?
- 70% of students finish within six years.
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