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Mount Mercy University vs Saint Ambrose University

Cedar Rapids, IA · Davenport, IA · Source: IPEDS federal database

Mount Mercy UniversitySaint Ambrose University
Acceptance Rate82.5%77.3%
In-State Tuition$40,878$36,658
Out-of-State Tuition$40,878$36,658
Average Net Price$24,347$25,345
Graduation Rate58.0%61.0%
Total Enrollment1,4172,498
Student-Faculty Ratio1411

GradFax Analysis

Mount Mercy University accepts 82.5% of applicants. Saint Ambrose University accepts 77.3%. Mount Mercy University's tuition is $40,878. Saint Ambrose University's is $36,658. Saint Ambrose University is cheaper. Mount Mercy University graduates 58% of students in 6 years. Saint Ambrose University graduates 61%.

Bottom Line

Both are solid options. Get the actual aid estimates from each school and compare them side by side. The averages above won't tell your specific story.

Source: IPEDS: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System

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Common Questions

Which is harder to get into, Mount Mercy University or Saint Ambrose University?

Saint Ambrose University. It accepts 77.3% of applicants, per IPEDS data.

Source: IPEDS

Is Mount Mercy University or Saint Ambrose University more affordable?

Mount Mercy University, on average. After aid, students pay $24,347/year versus $25,345/year. Your number depends on your aid package.

Source: IPEDS

Which has a better graduation rate?

Saint Ambrose University: 61% of students finish in 6 years. Mount Mercy University is at 58%.

Source: IPEDS

Data from IPEDS (Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System), a federal database maintained by the U.S. Department of Education. Figures represent the most recent available academic year.