Saint Ambrose University - Admission Requirements, SAT, ACT, GPA and chance of acceptance

Your chances of getting into Saint Ambrose University

Admission Rate & Difficulty

Percent Admitted

73.9%

Admission Difficulty for Saint Ambrose University
Measure	Difficulty
Admission Standards		Average
Applicant Competition		Low

Acceptance Rate

The acceptance rate at St. Ambrose University is 73.9%. Its admission rate is the 9th lowest in Iowa.

Admission Selectivity

How hard is it to get into St. Ambrose University and can you get accepted?

St. Ambrose University is a moderately competitive school to get into. You have a strong chance of acceptance if you meet the criteria. Last year, 2,653 out of the 3,589 who applied were admitted.

Saint Ambrose University typically accepts and attracts "B+" average high school students with an average GPA around 3.39. 17% of those admitted chose to enroll in the school.

Can you get into St. Ambrose University ?

74% are accepted, can you get in? Use the admission calculator to see if you have the grades and test scores needed to get in. See your admission chances based on your extracurriculars, intended major, background, and more.

Admission Requirements in Brief

To have the best chance of getting into to Saint Ambrose University you should:

Have a high school GPA of 3.39 or better
Earn B+ grades in high school
Score 1130 on the SAT
Score 23 on the ACT

St. Ambrose University GPA

GPA Requirements & Average GPA

Avg. High School GPA

3.39

Typical High School Grades

B+

What GPA do you need to get into Saint Ambrose University?

GPA Requirements

The GPA requirements for getting into St. Ambrose University are to have around a 3.39 high school GPA. You are required to have above average high school grades.

If your high school GPA meets these requirements, there is a good chance you will be accepted as St. Ambrose University accepts 74% of students who apply.

Average GPA

The average unweighted GPA at St. Ambrose University is 3.39 on the 4.0 scale. To achieve the average GPA for admission, you need to earn B+ letter grades and regularly score around 87-89 percent on tests and assignments in high school. The school ranks #20 in Iowa for highest average GPA.

Importance of GPA

Since St. Ambrose University is a test optional college, extra focus will be placed on your GPA when the school considers your application. As a result, it is very important that you meet the GPA requirements.

See additional colleges accepting applicants in the 3.4 GPA range.

Competitiveness by GPA Ranges

The table below outlines the number of admitted freshmen by GPA range as well as how competitive your GPA will be as compared with other applicants.

High School GPA's for admitted Saint Ambrose University students
High School GPA	Freshmen Within Range	Competitiveness
4.0	6.0%	Good
3.75 to 3.99	26.0%	Avg +
3.50 to 3.74	16.0%	Avg +
3.25 to 3.49	17.0%	Avg -
3.00 to 3.24	12.0%	Avg -
2.50 to 2.99	19.0%	Reach
2.00 to 2.49	4.0%	Low
1.00 to 1.99	0%	Low
less than 1.00	0%	Low

What do these chances mean?

GPA Data Source, Peterson's Data 2022

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St. Ambrose University SAT Scores

Testing Requirements

Submission of SAT or ACT scores is not required for admission to Saint Ambrose University. If you optionally submit test scores, they will be considered with your application, but they are not mandatory. 20% of students submitted SAT scores and 29% submitted ACT scores for admission for the most recent academic year..

SAT Requirements & Average SAT Score

SAT Range

1020-1240

Applicants Submitting SAT

20%

SAT Scores for Saint Ambrose University
SAT Test	25th Percentile Score
Reading 25th Percentile	500
Math 25th Percentile	520
Composite 25th Percentile	1020

SAT Scores for Saint Ambrose University
SAT Test	75th Percentile Score
Reading 75th Percentile	620
Math 75th Percentile	620
Composite 75th Percentile	1240
Average SAT Score	1130

SAT Scores you need to get in

What are the SAT requirements for you to be admitted to Saint Ambrose University?

Average Score & Range

The average SAT score at St. Ambrose University is 1130 out of 1600 and the range for the middle 50% of accepted students is 1020-1240. Students who get into Saint Ambrose University score in the top 57 percent of all SAT test takers.. St. Ambrose University ranks #10 in the state of Iowa for highest average SAT composite score.

Score for Acceptance

You should target scoring 1130 or above to be most competitive with other applicants. St. Ambrose University regularly admits students with SAT scores down to 1020 on a 1600 scale. However, three quarter of admitted students score higher. If you score below a 1020, admission should be considered a reach. Some students may be accepted with minimum SAT's as low as 910, but scores this low are outside the normal range.

Score Submission Requirements

Saint Ambrose University is a test optional school meaning do not have to submit SAT scores with your application. The position on SAT scores from the college is "not required for admission, but considered if submitted (test optional)".

View other colleges which accept students in the 1130 SAT score range.

Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2022 starting class

Chance of Acceptance by SAT Score

The table below outlines your predicted admission chances based on SAT score alone. If you are an average applicant with a score of 1130, you have around a 74% chance of being admitted. A 1240 places you well ahead of most other applicants and gives you about a 84% chance of getting in.

Saint Ambrose University admission chances by SAT score
SAT Score (1600 scale)	Competitiveness	Admission Chances
1240 and Above	Good	>84%
1130 to 1240	Avg +	74%-84%
1020 to 1130	Avg -	60%-74%
910 to 1020	Reach	44%-60%
Less than 910	Low	<44%

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St. Ambrose University ACT Scores

ACT Requirements & Average ACT Score

ACT Range

20-27

Applicants Submitting ACT

29%

ACT Scores for Saint Ambrose University
ACT Test	25th Percentile Score
Reading 25th Percentile	19
Math 25th Percentile	18
Composite 25th Percentile	20

ACT Scores for Saint Ambrose University
ACT Test	75th Percentile Score
Reading 75th Percentile	26
Math 75th Percentile	26
Composite 75th Percentile	27
Average ACT Score	23

ACT Scores needed to get accepted

What are the ACT requirements for students to get into St. Ambrose University ?

Score Range

The average ACT score for admitted students to St. Ambrose University is 23, while the middle 50% of students (25th to 75th percentile) score between a 20 and 27. The school ranks #10 in Iowa for highest average ACT composite score.

Score for Acceptance

For the best chance of admission, you should have an ACT of 23. This will place you in solid competition against other applicants. At a minimum, you should aim for a 20 and score in the score in the top 49 percent nationally. The lowest ACT score likely to be admitted is a 16.

29 percent of applicants submit ACT scores to Saint Ambrose University.

Score Submission Requirements

You do not have to to submit ACT scores with your application as Saint Ambrose University is test optional. The policy from the school on ACT scores is "not required for admission, but considered if submitted (test optional)".

Find other colleges with similar ACT score requirements

Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2022 starting class

Chance of Acceptance by ACT Score

Here are your predicted chances of getting into St. Ambrose University for different ACT score ranges. A typical applicant with a 23 score has around 74% chance of getting in. Your odds increase to about 86% with a 27 ACT score.

Saint Ambrose University admission chances by ACT score
ACT Score	Competitiveness	Admission Chances
27 and Above	Good	>86%
23 to 27	Avg +	74%-86%
20 to 23	Avg -	62%-74%
17 to 20	Reach	49%-62%
Less than 17	Low	<49%

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Admission Statistics

Admission and enrollment rates by gender are detailed the the table below.

Saint Ambrose University admission statistics
	Women	Men	Total
Applied	1,841	1,636	3,589
Accepted	1,424	1,134	2,653
Acceptance Rate	77%	69%	74%
Enrolled	238	221	459
Percent of Admitted Who Enrolled (Admission Yield)	17%	19%	17%

Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2022 starting class

Application Fee

The cost for prospective students to apply to Saint Ambrose University is $0. The school is free to apply to.

Application Requirements

What are the requirements for admission to Saint Ambrose University and what student information is used for admission decisions?

Saint Ambrose University Application Requirements
Test Scores	Not required for admission, but considered if submitted (Test Optional)
High School GPA	Required to be considered for admission
High School Class Rank	Not required for admission, but considered if submitted
Completion of College Preparatory Program	Not required for admission, but considered if submitted
Recommendations	Not required for admission, but considered if submitted
Demonstration of Competencies	Not required for admission, but considered if submitted

Credits Accepted

High School Credits Accepted at Saint Ambrose University
AP Credit	Yes
Dual Credit	Yes
Credit for Life Experiences	Yes

Admission Requirements Summary

Because St. Ambrose University is moderately competitive, you have a strong chance of acceptance with the right GPA and test scores. If you have a 3.39 GPA, you have a very good likelihood of getting in. A 1130 on the SAT and 23 on the ACT will further lock in your application.