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Ave Maria University

Ave Maria, FL·Private nonprofit·1,298 students
Last updated: April 1, 2026

A good fit for students who want small classes and close faculty access. no major red flags in the data. a private nonprofit school with 1,298 students.

41%
Accept
1,298
Students
N/A
Net Price
54%
Grad Rate
$33,700
Earnings
10 yr
$20,776
Debt

About This School

Ave Maria University is a private nonprofit institution located in Ave Maria, Florida with approximately 1,298 undergraduate students enrolled. The school is moderately selective, accepting approximately 41% of applicants. In-state tuition is $30,198 per year. The graduation rate is 54%, and the typical graduate earns $33,700 within 10 years of enrollment.

Setting
Distant rural

Popular Programs

Business & Marketing19%
Health Professions15%
Biological Sciences14%
Psychology9%
Social Sciences7%
Communications6%
Education4%
Visual & Performing Arts1%

Percentage of degrees awarded. Source: College Scorecard.

Admissions

SAT Scores

Average CompositeN/A

ACT Scores

Midpoint CompositeN/A

Cost & Financial Aid

In-State Tuition
$30,198
Out-of-State Tuition
$30,198
Avg Net Price
N/A
after aid

Financial Aid

Students receiving Pell Grants21%
Median debt at graduation$20,776

Full Cost

After Graduation

Graduation Rate
54%
within 6 years
Retention Rate
79%
freshmen returning
Earnings (10 yr)
$33,700
after enrollment
Median Debt
$20,776
at graduation

Will This School Pay Off?

Median Debt
$20,776
at graduation
Earnings (6 yr)
$30,900
after enrollment
Earnings (10 yr)
$33,700
after enrollment
Earnings-to-Debt Ratio: 1.6x

Solid return. Earnings outpace debt, though major choice matters.

Earnings data from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. These are means across all graduates, not specific to any major.

Student Body

White69%
Black3%
Hispanic/Latino15%
Asian5%

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (1,298 undergraduates).

Contact & Location

Address

Ave Maria University

5050 Ave Maria Blvd

Ave Maria, FL 34142-9505

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Sources & Methodology

Data

Primary data source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Accessed via automated sync. Latest values may come from different reporting years depending on the metric.

Important Caveats
  • Earnings figures are institution-level averages, not major-specific.
  • Some metrics are based on Title IV financial aid recipients only.
  • Some values may be privacy-suppressed or rolled up by the Department of Education.
  • Contact the school directly for current admissions requirements and costs.
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