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St. Ambrose University (SAU)

Black Pinpoint 310 West Locust Street | Davenport, IA | 52803-2898

01. Overview

What the school is known for:

Ask any students at this Catholic-affiliated liberal arts university, and theyll tell you that one of Ambroses best features is the caring faculty and staff. The professors are extremely accessible, a freshman explains. Most of mine have even given the class their home and cell phone numbers in case we cannot reach them in the office. They are willing to help you in any way academically and otherwise. Students say that faculty accessibility is enhanced by the small class sizes, which guarantee that undergrads enjoy plenty of one-on-one contact with their teachers. Some undergrads admit that while they are sometimes challenged by classes, they have never been overwhelmed. Students also report that the administration has a fairly good handle on things and tries to be accessible. Ultimately, students leave happy; one satisfied elementary education major says, Coming to Ambrose was one of the best choices I have ever made.

02. Rankings

Rankings and Lists

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Best Northeast
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Green Colleges
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The Best 389 Colleges

03. Admissions & Acceptance Rate

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Applicants
3,394
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Acceptance Rate
74%
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Average HS GPA
3.32

SAT & ACT Test Scores

SAT Evidence-Based Reading and Writing

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25th-75th percentile (enrolled students)
450 - 560

SAT Math

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25th-75th percentile (enrolled students)
460 - 560

SAT Composite Scores

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25th-75th percentile (enrolled students)
930 - 1000

ACT Composite Scores

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25th-75th percentile (enrolled students)
19 - 27

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Testing Policies

Superscore ACT
No
Superscore SAT
No
Standardized testing policy for
use in admission:
Requires applicants to submit either the SAT or ACT

Other Admission Factors Academic

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Rigor of Secondary School Record
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Class Rank
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Academic GPA

Selectivity

Admissions selectivity rating
80/99

4. Cost, Tuition, Expenses

Expenses per Academic Year

Tuition
$36,378
Average Cost for Books and Supplies
$1,320
Tuition / Fees Vary by Year of Study
No
Board for Commuters
3212
Transportation for Commuters
$1,800
On-Campus Room and Board
13378
Approximate Expenses per year
$56,088

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05. Academics

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Student/Faculty
11 : 1
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Total Faculty
313
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Terminal Degree
184

Gender

Women
184
Men
129
Minority
36
International
0

Class/Lab sizes

Most frequent class size
10-19
Most frequent lab/sub section size
10-19

Rating

Professors
interesting rating
83/99
Professors
accesible rating
80/99
Academic rating
73/99

Graduation Rates

Graduate in 4 years
58%
Graduate in 5 years
63%
Graduate in 6 years
64%

University Degrees

Bachelor's
Doctoral/Professional
Doctoral/Research
Master's
Post-Master's certificate

Prominent Alumni

Mara Sovey, Class of 1998

President John Deere Foundation

Josh Schmidt, Class of 2001

Member of Kansas City Chiefs Staff

Brian Hemesath, Class of 1994

Emmy Award Winning Costume Designer (SNL, Today Show, Sesame Street, Honeymoon in Vegas, Boeing Boeing, and The Rivals)

Mike Kubiesa, Class of 2013

Private Chef Catering to Athletes and Celebrities in Chicago Area

Patricia Snyder, Class of 1981

Vice President DMM Children's Apparel at Wal-Mart Stores Inc

Mary Madormo, Class of 2013

Property Marketing Coordinator at Nickelodeon

Chris Hassel, Class of 2007

Anchor of SportsCenter and Highlight Express on ESPNEWS.

06. Student Body

What students say:

SAU is a mix of traditional and nontraditional students as well as kids from Chicago and rural kids. Thats part of the Ambrose charm; Everyone gets along really well, regardless of background. Students do concede, however, that diversity and cultural experience is lacking. But a junior opines that this is not necessarily due to a lack of tolerance, but rather a lack of opportunity and exposure. As you would expect, the school maintains a strong [Catholic] presence---though an undergrad is quick to point out that many other religions are represented as well. Overall, the student body includes punks, jocks, preps, partiers, and many others that defy categorization. But in true Midwestern style, theyre all connected by a down-to-earth attitude and a willingness to help someone out at any time.

Gender

55% female45% male

Out of State

61% are out
of state39% are
in-state

Students

92% are
full time8% are
part time

Student Body Profile

Total Undergraduate Enrollment
2,114
Foreign Countries Represented
21

Student Body Demographics

American Indian or Alaskan Native
0.29%
Asian
1.95%
Black
6.76%
Hispanic
10.76%
Caucasian
68.87%
Unknown
3.71%
International
2.81%

07. Mental Health

Wellness Program/Clinical Offerings

Institution has a mental health/wellness program that makes counseling, referral, and well-being services available to all students
Not Reported
Mental Health Website
Not Reported

Education & Training

Types of training available for students and faculty/staff
Program
Availability
Not Reported
Not Reported
Not Reported
Not Reported
Not Reported

Engaging the Whole Campus

Institution has a Chief Behavioral Health Officer (and/or Chief Wellness Officer)
Not Reported
Clinicians are trained to provide care to these specific groups:
Undergraduates
Graduate students
Racial/ethnic minority student
Students who are veterans
LGBTQIA+ students
Student-athletes
International students
Students on scholarship or financial aid
First-generation students

Peer-to-Peer

Institution has peer-to-peer offerings relating to mental health
Not Reported

Residential Life

Institution incorporates mental health and wellness into the residential experience
Not Reported

Student Orientation

Students who are provided an opportunity to participate in mental-health-orientation activities
First-year students
Not Reported
Incoming transfer students
else {
Not Reported
}
Returning students
Not Reported
Entering graduate students
Not Reported

Mental Health in the Curriculum

The institution offers for-credit mental health/well-being education for students
Not Reported
The institution offers non-credit mental health/well-being education for students
Not Reported

Off-Campus Offerings

Institution offers referrals to off-campus counseling services
Not Reported

Health and Counseling Center Accreditation

Institution's counseling center is accredited
Not Reported
Accrediting body
Not Reported

Taking and Returning from Medical Leave

Institution has an official support program in place for students returning from mental health leave of absence
Not Reported

Counseling Demand

Number of months a year counseling center is open and fully staffed
Not Reported

08. Campus Life

What students say:

Heres an easy breakdown of life at SAU: People are generally either academic-focused or party-scene-focused. According to many students, St. Ambrose draws students that like to live it up. There are always parties to go to---in the dorms or in the student houses surrounding the school. But, says a freshman, You can go and you dont have to drink. People . . . respect your decision. As for good, clean fun, There is actually a board that comes up with activities to do that are usually free. For example, there is something to do every Wednesday night and most weekends they bring in guest singers, comedians, etc. SAUs home turf is Davenport, Iowa, which gets a bad rap because it does not cater to college students by offering cheap, alternative activities. Scour the full terrain of the Quad Cities, though, and youll find art galleries, museums, clubs, movies, and much more.

Fire safety rating
60%
Quality of life
79%
Students
63%
First-Year Students
85%
Campus Environment
Small Urban
Help finding off-campus housing
Yes

Most Popular Places On Campus

Rogalski Center (Student Union)

Wellness Center

St. Vincent Fields

Chapel

Galvin Fine Arts Building

Most Popular Places Off Campus

Vander Veer Park

Showcase Cinemas

TaxSlayer Center

North Park or South Park Mall

Modern Woodman Park

9. Campus Visits

Campus Visits Contact

Lisa Fortner
Admissions Visit Coordinator
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St. Ambrose University 518 West Locust St Davenport, IA 52803-2898
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800-383-2627

Campus Tours

Campus Visiting Center

M-F, Saturday

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8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Phone icon
800-383-2627

Campus Tours

Appointment Required:
Yes
Dates:
Year-round
Times:
9:00 AM to 2:30 PM
Average Length:
Varies

Visits

CLASS VISITS

Dates/Times Available
Year-round
Arrangements
Contact Admissions Office

FACULTY AND COACH VISITS

Dates/Times Available
Year-round
Arrangements
Contact Admissions Office
Advance Notice
1 week

Contact Email Address for Visit

Individual coach email addresses available on staff directory page located below;

Globe Iconadmit@sau.edu

On Campus Interview

Campus Interviews:
No
Information Sessions:
Not Available

Overnight Dorm Stays

Overnight Dorm Stays
Available
Arrangements
Contact Admissions Office
Limitations
Visits from Sunday to Monday

Campus Tours


TYPES OF TRANSPORTATION AVAILABLE TO CAMPUS

taxi, bus, QC airport


DRIVING INSTRUCTIONS TO CAMPUS

https://www.sau.edu/about-sau/our-location Welcome Center is located on the corner on Locust St. and Harrison St.


10. Sports & Athletics

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Athletic NAIA

Men's Sports (Fighting Bees)

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Basketball
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Bowling
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Cross Country
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Diving
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Football
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Golf
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Lacrosse
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Soccer
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Swimming
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Tennis
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Track Field Indoor
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Track Field Outdoor
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Volleyball

Women's Sports (Queen Bees)

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Basketball
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Bowling
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Cross Country
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Diving
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Golf
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Lacrosse
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Soccer
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Softball
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Swimming
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Tennis
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Track Field Indoor
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Track Field Outdoor
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Volleyball

11. Housing & Activities

Hosting Features

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Apartment Single
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Disabled Student
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Dorms Coed
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Dorms Female
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Dorms Male
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Other
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Theme Housing
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Wellness Housing

Special Needs Admissions

Director
Ryan Saddler
College Entrance Tests Required
Yes
Interview Required
No

Student Activities

Registered Student Organizations
84
Number of Honor Societies
15
Number of Social Sororities
0
Number of Religious Organizations
3
Join a fraternity
0%
Join a sorority
0%

12. Student Services

Health
LGBT Support Groups

CAMPUS SECURITY REPORT

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Other Information

Campus-wide Internet Network
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Fee for Network Use
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Partnerships with Technology Companies
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Personal computer included in tuition for each student
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Discounts Available with Hardware Vendors
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Description Apple computers Dell computers

13. Financial Aid

Financial Aid Rating

70%

Dates

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Notification DateNov 1

Required Forms

FAFSA

Financial Aid Statistics

Average Freshman Total Need-Based Gift Aid
$27,139
Average Undergraduate Total Need-Based Gift Aid
$25,087
Average Need-Based Loan
$4,315
Undergraduates who have borrowed through any loan program
77%
Average amount of loan debt per graduate
$39,029
Average amount of each freshman scholarship/grant package
$19,000
Financial aid provided to international students
Yes

Available Aid

Financial Aid Methodology
Scholarships and Grants

Need-Based Aid

01 - Need-Based College/University Scholarship or Grant Aid from Institutional Funds
02 - Need-Based Federal Pell
03 - Need-Based Private Scholarships
04 - Need-Based SEOG
05 - Need-Based State Scholarships

Federal Direct Student Loan Programs

01 - Direct PLUS Loans
02 - Direct Subsidized Stafford Loans
03 - Direct Unsubsidized Stafford Loans
Is Institutional Employment Available (other than Federal Work Study)
Yes

14. Career Services & Jobs

Graduation Rates

Graduate in 4 years
58%
Graduate in 5 years
63%
Graduate in 6 years
64%

Career Services

01 - Alumni Network
02 - Alumni Services
03 - Classes
04 - Interest Inventory
05 - Internships
06 - Regional Alumni

Opportunities at School

01 - Coop
02 - Experiential
03 - Internship

15. Majors

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01 AGRICULTURE, AGRICULTURE OPERATIONS, AND RELATED SCIENCES.
  • Agribusiness/Agricultural Business Operations.
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02 AREA, ETHNIC, CULTURAL, GENDER, AND GROUP STUDIES.
  • Area Studies, Other.
  • Women's Studies.
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03 BIOLOGICAL AND BIOMEDICAL SCIENCES.
  • Biology/Biological Sciences, General.
  • Biomedical Sciences, General.
  • Neuroscience.
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04 BUSINESS, MANAGEMENT, MARKETING, AND RELATED SUPPORT SERVICES.
  • Accounting and Related Services, Other.
  • Accounting.
  • Business Administration and Management, General.
  • Business Administration, Management and Operations, Other.
  • Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services, Other.
  • Business/Commerce, General.
  • Finance, General.
  • International Business/Trade/Commerce.
  • Management Science.
  • Marketing/Marketing Management, General.
  • Operations Management and Supervision.
  • Organizational Leadership.
  • Sales, Distribution, and Marketing Operations, General.
  • Specialized Merchandising, Sales, and Marketing Operations, Other.
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05 COMMUNICATION, JOURNALISM, AND RELATED PROGRAMS.
  • Journalism.
  • Public Relations/Image Management.
  • Radio and Television.
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06 COMPUTER AND INFORMATION SCIENCES AND SUPPORT SERVICES.
  • Computer and Information Sciences, General.
  • Computer and Information Systems Security/Information Assurance.
  • Computer Science.
  • Computer Systems Analysis/Analyst.
  • Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications.
  • Information Science/Studies.
  • Network and System Administration/Administrator.
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07 EDUCATION.
  • Art Teacher Education.
  • Biology Teacher Education.
  • Business Teacher Education.
  • Chemistry Teacher Education.
  • Early Childhood Education and Teaching.
  • Educational Leadership and Administration, General.
  • Elementary Education and Teaching.
  • English/Language Arts Teacher Education.
  • Foreign Language Teacher Education.
  • French Language Teacher Education.
  • German Language Teacher Education.
  • History Teacher Education.
  • Mathematics Teacher Education.
  • Music Teacher Education.
  • Physical Education Teaching and Coaching.
  • Physics Teacher Education.
  • Secondary Education and Teaching.
  • Spanish Language Teacher Education.
  • Special Education and Teaching, General.
  • Speech Teacher Education.
  • Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas, Other.
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08 ENGINEERING.
  • Engineering Physics/Applied Physics.
  • Engineering, General.
  • Industrial Engineering.
  • Mechanical Engineering.
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09 ENGLISH LANGUAGE AND LITERATURE/LETTERS.
  • English Language and Literature, General.
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10 FOREIGN LANGUAGES, LITERATURES, AND LINGUISTICS.
  • French Language and Literature.
  • German Language and Literature.
  • Spanish Language and Literature.
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11 HEALTH PROFESSIONS AND RELATED PROGRAMS.
  • Athletic Training/Trainer.
  • Health/Health Care Administration/Management.
  • Nursing Science.
  • Occupational Therapy/Therapist.
  • Physical Therapy/Therapist.
  • Physician Assistant.
  • Public Health, General.
  • Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse.
  • Speech-Language Pathology/Pathologist.
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12 HISTORY.
  • History, General.
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13 HOMELAND SECURITY, LAW ENFORCEMENT, FIREFIGHTING AND RELATED PROTECTIVE SERVICES.
  • Criminal Justice/Law Enforcement Administration.
  • Criminal Justice/Safety Studies.
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14 MATHEMATICS AND STATISTICS.
  • Mathematics, General.
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15 MULTI/INTERDISCIPLINARY STUDIES.
  • Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other.
  • Natural Sciences.
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16 PARKS, RECREATION, LEISURE, AND FITNESS STUDIES.
  • Health and Physical Education/Fitness, General.
  • Kinesiology and Exercise Science.
  • Sport and Fitness Administration/Management.
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17 PHILOSOPHY AND RELIGIOUS STUDIES.
  • Philosophy.
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18 PHYSICAL SCIENCES.
  • Chemistry, General.
  • Physics, General.
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19 PSYCHOLOGY.
  • Forensic Psychology.
  • Psychology, General.
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20 PUBLIC ADMINISTRATION AND SOCIAL SERVICE PROFESSIONS.
  • Public Administration.
  • Social Work.
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21 SOCIAL SCIENCES.
  • Economics, General.
  • Political Science and Government, General.
  • Social Sciences, Other.
  • Sociology.
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22 THEOLOGY AND RELIGIOUS VOCATIONS.
  • Pastoral Studies/Counseling.
  • Theology/Theological Studies.
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23 VISUAL AND PERFORMING ARTS.
  • Art History, Criticism and Conservation.
  • Cinematography and Film/Video Production.
  • Digital Arts.
  • Drama and Dramatics/Theatre Arts, General.
  • Dramatic/Theatre Arts and Stagecraft, Other.
  • Fine/Studio Arts, General.
  • Graphic Design.
  • Music, General.
  • Painting.
  • Printmaking.
  • Visual and Performing Arts, General.

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