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Saint Ambrose University

Davenport, IA·Private nonprofit·2,101 students
Last updated: March 22, 2026

A good fit for students who want accessible admissions and students who prefer a mid-size campus. no major red flags in the data. financial aid brings net price below sticker.

73%
Accept
2,101
Students
$22,750
Net Price
63%
Grad Rate
$50,500
Earnings
10 yr
$19,500
Debt

About This School

Saint Ambrose University is a private nonprofit institution located in Davenport, Iowa with approximately 2,101 undergraduate students enrolled. Saint Ambrose University has an open or accessible admissions process, with an acceptance rate of 73%. The average net price after financial aid is $22,750 per year. The graduation rate is 63%, and the typical graduate earns $50,500 within 10 years of enrollment.

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.

The numbers tell a mixed story here: a 63% graduation rate is below average for a private nonprofit, meaning more than one in three students who start don't finish, which is worth taking seriously. On the positive side, median debt at graduation is a manageable $19,500, and median earnings of $50,500 a decade out suggest graduates do find their footing financially. Worth considering if you're drawn to a small Catholic campus with personalized attention, but ask hard questions about academic support and what's driving that graduation gap before committing.

Founded
1882
Setting
Midsize city

Popular Programs

Business & Marketing22%
Health Professions14%
Psychology9%
Education8%
Biological Sciences5%
Computer Science3%
Engineering3%
Communications3%

Percentage of degrees awarded. Source: College Scorecard.

Admissions

SAT Scores

Average CompositeN/A

ACT Scores

Midpoint Composite24

Cost & Financial Aid

In-State Tuition
$35,598
Out-of-State Tuition
$35,598
Avg Net Price
$22,750
after aid

Financial Aid

Students receiving Pell Grants28%
Median debt at graduation$19,500

Full Cost

After Graduation

Graduation Rate
63%
within 6 years
Retention Rate
84%
freshmen returning
Earnings (10 yr)
$50,500
after enrollment
Median Debt
$19,500
at graduation

Will This School Pay Off?

Median Debt
$19,500
at graduation
Earnings (6 yr)
$41,500
after enrollment
Earnings (10 yr)
$50,500
after enrollment
Earnings-to-Debt Ratio: 2.6x

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%
Black7%
Hispanic/Latino11%
Asian2%

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (2,101 undergraduates).

Contact & Location

Address

Saint Ambrose University

518 W Locust St

Davenport, IA 52803-2898

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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.

Contextual Enrichment

School overview from Wikipedia. Used for context only, not as a primary data source for admissions, cost, or outcomes claims.

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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