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Saint Ambrose University

Private nonprofit Davenport, IA · Urban · Plains · 100% data reported · Agent Insights
62%
Graduation Rate
$59,531
Earnings (10yr)
$24,691
Net Price
77%
Acceptance Rate

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Overview

Saint Ambrose University has a solid graduation rate of 62%. This figure stands out in the context of the private nonprofit sector and indicates that a significant number of students complete their degrees within a reasonable timeframe. With an acceptance rate of 77%, the university remains accessible to a wide range of applicants.

The Chetty/Opportunity Insights data on this institution is not available, making it hard to assess mobility and long-term outcomes comprehensively. However, students can expect a supportive environment that aims to foster success. The university’s focus on key areas such as Business, Health Professions, and Psychology suggests pathways for students to enter growing job markets.

Financially, the net price for attending Saint Ambrose is $24,691, with a median debt of $25,000. Graduates earn an average of $59,531 ten years after enrollment, indicating a favorable return on investment for many. Students who thrive here typically have an interest in hands-on learning and community engagement, aligning with the university's emphasis on practical skills and service.

Rankings

How Saint Compares

Dot right of center = above national average.

NATIONAL AVGGraduation62%Earnings 10yr$60KNet Price$25KRetention76%Median Debt$25KPell Grant Rate32%

Net Price by Family Income

What families actually pay after aid, by income bracket.

$22K$0-30K$22K$30-48K$22K$48-75K$28K$110K+

The Mobility Equation

Mobility = Access x Success. How many low-income students get in, and how many reach the top 20%?

ACCESS% from bottom 20%299.1%SUCCESS% who reach top 20%2597.4%MOBILITY77.70%

Cost & Financial Aid

$36,658
In-State Tuition
$36,658
Out-of-State
$24,691
Avg Net Price
$25,000
Median Debt
32%
Pell Grant Rate
64%
Federal Loan Rate

What Families Actually Pay

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

Graduate Outcomes

$51,616
6 Years After Entry
$57,759
8 Years
$59,531
10 Years
0.42x
Debt-to-Earnings
76%
Earning > $25K

Earnings Trajectory

$51,616 6yr $57,759 8yr $59,531 10yr

Social Mobility

Data: Raj Chetty's Mobility Report Card · 30M+ anonymized tax records

77.70%
Mobility Rate
Bottom 20% → Top 20%
2597.4%
Success Rate
If bottom 20% get in
299.1%
From Bottom 20%
Share of students
$99,200
Parent Median Income

Social Capital

Data: Opportunity Insights Social Capital Atlas

1.72
Economic Connectedness
Cross-class friendships
-0.01
Friending Bias
Lower = more inclusive
5.0%
Volunteering Rate
1.00
Support Ratio
Community support

Academics & Admissions

Acceptance Rate 77%
Retention Rate 76%
SAT Average 1093
ACT Midpoint 24
SAT Range 930–1170
ACT Range 20–25
Full-Time Faculty 100%
Faculty Salary (mo) $7,663
Diversity Index 0.54
First-Gen Students 28%

Top Programs

Business & Marketing 23%
Health Professions 17%
Psychology 10%
Education 8%
Biology & Biomedical 6%
Criminal Justice 4%
Computer Science & IT 3%
Visual & Performing Arts 3%