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How to Get Into Saint Ambrose University

Davenport, IA · Private nonprofit · 2025-2026 cycle · Verified data

Saint Ambrose University Admissions Statistics

77%
Acceptance Rate
490-580
SAT Reading (mid 50%)
440-590
SAT Math (mid 50%)
20-25
ACT (mid 50%)
1,916
Undergrads
61%
Graduation Rate

How to Actually Get Into Saint Ambrose University

The bar here is clear

Saint Ambrose University admits most qualified applicants. Clear the academic bar (the ranges below) and your odds are strong. The real questions become fit, cost, and whether it earns its slot on your list, not whether you can get in.

Position your scores against the real bands

The middle 50% of enrolled students sits around 930-1170 combined SAT or 20-25 ACT. Above the 75th percentile, scores work for you and this can behave like a target. Below the 25th percentile, the rest of your application has to carry the file, treat it as a reach. Since scores are not required (test-optional) here, submit only if you're inside or above the band; a below-band score is information you don't have to volunteer.

The bigger picture: no single school decides your outcome, the shape of your whole list does. Read how top counselors build a college list before you finalize where Saint Ambrose University fits.

Saint Ambrose University Application Deadlines (2025-2026)

Round Deadline
Regular Decision (RD) Rolling

Deadlines verified from official sources for the 2025-2026 cycle. Rounds change year to year, always confirm on the school's site before submitting.

Application Requirements & Costs

Application platform Common App
Application fee $0
Test scores Not required (test-optional)
Writing supplement Not required
Counselor recommendation Not required

Saint Ambrose University Cost & Financial Aid

Total cost of attendance (sticker, per year) $51,141
Tuition & fees $36,658
Room & board (on campus) $13,378
Average net price (aid-receiving families) $24,691

What You'd Actually Pay, by Family Income

Average net price per year (after grants and scholarships) for aid-receiving families, from federal College Scorecard data:

Family income Average net price / year
$0-30k $22,037
$30-48k $21,729
$48-75k $22,408
$75-110k $24,776
$110k+ $27,807
32%
Students receiving Pell Grants
64%
Students taking federal loans
76%
Freshman retention rate
11:1
Student-faculty ratio

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