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Ave Maria University

Ave Maria, FL · Private nonprofit · Distant rural · Website

Ave Maria University campus
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Admission rate
41%
Selective
Average net price
$25,893
per year, after aid
Graduation rate
53%
Median earnings
$56,969
10 years after enrolling

Summary

Ave Maria University is a private nonprofit college in Ave Maria, FL with 1,298 undergraduates. It admits 41% of applicants. The average net price after aid is $25,893 per year ($25,645 for families earning under $30,000). 53% of students graduate, and graduates earn a median of $56,969 ten years after enrolling.

private nonprofit college

Admissions

Admission rate
41%
Fall 2024
Testing policy
Test blind
Fall 2024
Applicants
2,448
Fall 2023
Admitted
1,097
Fall 2023
Yield
29%
of admitted students enrolled

What Ave Maria University looks at

As reported by the college to IPEDS (Fall 2023).

  • High school recordNot considered
  • High school GPARequired
  • College-prep courseworkNot considered
  • Class rankConsidered
  • Essay or personal statementConsidered
  • RecommendationsConsidered
  • Demonstrated competenciesNot considered
  • Legacy statusNot considered
  • Work experienceNot considered
  • English proficiency testRequired

Cost

Cost of attendance
$47,931
sticker price, per year
Tuition & fees
$31,712

Net price by family income

Average yearly cost after grants and scholarships for students receiving federal aid.

  • $0–30k$25,645
  • $30–48k$15,702
  • $48–75k$20,916
  • $75–110k$21,600
  • $110k+$29,662

Get a personal estimate with Ave Maria University's net price calculator

Outcomes

Graduation rate
53%
Freshman retention
79%
Median earnings
$56,969
10 yrs after enrolling
Median debt
$20,500
at graduation

Students

Undergraduates
1,298
Student–faculty ratio
17:1
Receive Pell grants
27%
  • White70%
  • Hispanic15%
  • Black3%
  • Asian5%

Ave Maria University FAQ

What is Ave Maria University's acceptance rate?+

Ave Maria University admits 41% of applicants, which makes it selective.

Is Ave Maria University test optional?+

Test blind (scores not considered).

How many students apply to Ave Maria University?+

In Fall 2023, 2,448 students applied to Ave Maria University and 1,097 were admitted; 318 enrolled.

Does Ave Maria University consider legacy status?+

No. Ave Maria University reported that legacy status is not considered in admissions (Fall 2023).

Does Ave Maria University require an essay?+

Ave Maria University reported that an essay or personal statement is considered for admission (Fall 2023).

How much does Ave Maria University cost?+

The sticker cost of attendance is $47,931 per year, but the average net price after grants and scholarships is $25,893.

What is Ave Maria University's graduation rate?+

53% of full-time students graduate within 150% of normal time.

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