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Saint Ambrose University Reviews

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  • 4 out of 4 people found this review useful.

    Jacqueline from Bartlett, IL

    Reviewer is Accepted here and planning to attend soon. Reviewer has been to campus.

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    Will learn a lot

    The small student to teacher ratio will be great. Offer may different types of programs.
    Will enjoy being here

    Best dorms around, every two rooms share a bathroom
    Bang for the buck

    They offer some of the best merit scholarship that I have seen during my college search. You will be able to complete you degree in 4 years.
    Tips for prospective students

    Keep an open mind about any school that you go to look at.
    Great for these types of students

    Any

  • 1 out of 1 people found this review useful.

    Joel from Joliet, IL

    Reviewer is A current student here.

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    In three sentences

    an outstanding university that offers a great deal of happiness, commitment, and great leadership. provides a great community for a good social life. the university enables its students to develop intellectually, spiritually, ethically, socially, artistically and physically to enrich their own lives and the lives of others.
    Tips for prospective students

    be committed, stay focused, and never give up
    What to do for fun

    go to the gym area and play pick up games. head to the rogalski center to meet and socialize in the game room. also, the lounges in some building are a great way to spend times with others around you!
    Clubs and Activities

    baseball is great here
    Campus Safety

    excellent!

  • 1 out of 1 people found this review useful.

    Aaron from Davenport, IA

    Reviewer is A current student here.

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    In three sentences

    st. ambrose university is a university that looks at holistic development of every student that attends. the main goal throughout a student's educational experience is to teach them academic excellence through a liberal arts foundation. the university also strives to make each student a leader in service social justice.
    Tips for prospective students

    my biggest tip for prospective students would be to get involved in so way on campus. st. ambrose might be seen as a small, private university, but it is a lot bigger than people expect. every student needs to join something to get them surrounded by individuals with the same interests as them.
    Academic Rigor

    the classes rigor is different for the 50+ majors that st. ambrose offers. the class load and demands will be difficult, only if you slack off and do not work hard. st. ambrose strives for academic excellence, and the professors will hold you to that standard, but they will also be the first ones to help you.
    Dorm Life

    the residence halls at st. ambrose are very nice, and can be very functional if the students take the time to organize their room. st. ambrose will go from traditional housing to preferred housing as they move through their years. as they move into preferred status, they will get more ammenities in their room, like a kitchen and multiple bathrooms.
    Food and Dining

    the food at the cafeteria is good, but you have to find out how to make it work the best for you. they have many options each day and can even make special meals to accomodate dietary issues.
    What to do for fun

    there is a ton of things to do for fun on campus, but the student has to make the decision to get involved. there are: clubs, athletics, drama, intramurals, and tons of fun events that are put on by the university.
    Bang for the buck

    st. ambrose is expensive, but when you graduate from here, you will be well prepared for your future career aspirations. ambrose also offers a ton of academic and athletic scholarships to help with the cost.
    Share any unusual traditions or locations on campus

    there are no real traditions on campus
    Great for these types of students

    ambrose is great for students who want a great education, small class sizes and want to meet a wide variety of individuals.
    Clubs and Activities

    too many to write down. you will just have to come and find out when you get on campus.
    Greek Life

    there is no greek at ambrose
    Campus Safety

    ambrose has campus security 24 hours, 7 days a week. they also have student security at night before per mar comes to ensure that people who are not supposed to be in the residence halls do not get it. ambrose also has a great residence life staff that does rounds every night of the week to make sure that students are having a fun and safe college experience

  • 1 out of 1 people found this review useful.

    Ryan from Davenport, IA

    Reviewer is A current student here.

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    In three sentences

    st. ambrose is the perfect fit if you are looking for a university that cares for it's students and wants them to succeed. many teachers make themselves available for extra help. you will succeed here if you put in the effort.
    Tips for prospective students

    do not be afraid to ask for help. if you have a question on anything, chances are, somebody else has that exact question.
    Academic Rigor

    if you put in the effort, the classes will come easy to you.
    Dorm Life

    the dorms here are outstanding and they are very safe.
    Food and Dining

    the cafeteria has a great selection of food, but has bad hours.
    What to do for fun

    st. ambrose puts on many activities that are free to any student.

  • 1 out of 1 people found this review useful.

    Meghan from Morton, IL

    Reviewer is A current student here.

    Categories Rating Comments
    In three sentences

    this small, catholic, liberal arts university is where i have found my true colors and found a future path for myself. the small campus and class sizes have allowed me to grow as a person both in the classroom and outside of the classroom. as a future occupational therapist, i hope to enrich the lives of others and use what i have learned and gained from st. ambrose university every single day in order to better someone's life.
    Tips for prospective students

    come to class prepared and ready to learn. get involved in extra-curricular activities. be the best person that you can be.
    What to do for fun

    explore the state of iowa and the bordering state, illinois. there are lots of fun things to do and enjoy, many free of cost.
    Share any unusual traditions or locations on campus

    located on a busy street, but when you are on campus, you feel as if the rest of the town is not existent.

  • 1 out of 1 people found this review useful.

    Brock from Davenport, IA

    Reviewer is A current student here.

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    Am learning a lot

    A strong majority of the professors at SAU are very good at teaching their students. Most professors emphasize the ability to think, opposed to the mere memorization of facts and terms. No matter the course, there are always a lot of critical thinking problems, case studies, and research assignments that increase real-world knowledge and understanding that allow us to build upon our textbook learning.
    As an International Business major, my classes often have a heavy emphasis on adapting to and understanding different environments. Fortunately, even the more traditional business courses avoid a narrow American-in-a-vacuum theme.
    Am enjoying being here

    As good as the professors are at showing students how to educate themselves even after school, a lot of the students still only want to do the bare minimum. For me, it has been hard to go to classes every day knowing that I'm not going to get the same feedback from my peers as I'm willing to give. Still, the professors are always more than willing to work with students individually.
    Bang for the buck

    St. Ambrose is not the cheapest private university, but as one professor says, This isn't the Ivy League, but it's not the Little League either! The school offers a lot for a student who is serious about their education. They also have great facilities, including some of the nicest dorms around.
    Tips for prospective students

    Try to find scholarships and grants to help pay for tuition. St. Ambrose doesn't have great athletic scholarships, and most of their academic scholarships leave a huge amount to be covered by dreaded student loans.
    The Quad Cities doesn't offer too many fun attractions, but it is close to Iowa City and only three hours from Chicago. There are, however, a lot of opportunities for volunteer work and internships for every college major.
    Great for these types of students

    St. Ambrose University is great for students who want smaller classes and the opportunity to interact with experienced and qualified educators and professionals. All of the dorms are apartment style; all have private bathrooms and most even have their own kitchens. It's a great place to make good friends and contacts, which can make a college career very fruitful.

  • Bridget from Davenport, IA

    Reviewer is A current student here.

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    In three sentences

    St. Ambrose University is a great place to earn a 4 year or graduate degree with great professors, faculty, and mentors.
    Tips for prospective students

    Study abroad
    What to do for fun

    Downtown Davenport, lots of parks and trails, great places to eat
    Share any unusual traditions or locations on campus

    Last Blast- every spring there is a huge celebration on campus

  • Brandon from Davenport, IA

    Reviewer is A current student here.

    Categories Rating Comments
    In three sentences

    St. Ambrose is the ideal school for any Student, and i consider it one of the top rated schools in Iowa. I have visited many schools but none of them even come equal to the majestic standards Ambrose holds. St. Ambrose University compels students to dream and achieve thier goals making them a top ranking school in my opinion.
    Tips for prospective students

    Join this school simply put. This university offers you a helping hand showing you how to recieve help and how to help others. Apply as soon as possible and become a fighting bee.
    Academic Rigor

    Ambrose offers extensive academic rigor. They expect a lot out of their students, but respectfully understand that we demand professors and staff that help us reach our goals accordingly. Ambrose will help expand your knowledge and perception of the world around you.
    Dorm Life

    currently live off campus.
    Food and Dining

    Great selection and meals are affordable.
    What to do for fun

    join clubs, sports, research activities and much more...
    Bang for the buck

    Students pay and get a bang for their buck. Staff is friendly and helpful to all students. there is an 11:1 student to faculty member ratio. Small classes and individual attention are a primacy here.
    Share any unusual traditions or locations on campus

    Fall out shelters are located here! During the Cold War fallout shelters were built to protect against nuclear bombs! Historically Ambrose is unique and has many other unusual locations.
    Great for these types of students

    All types of students from academic based to aspiring althlets.
    Clubs and Activities

    A wide variety of clubs and organizations geared towards helping students expand thier knowledge. Clubs also offer a great chance to build friendships as well.
    Campus Safety

    There are security officals here for protection. The St. Ambrose website offers jobs, and contact information for secutity purposes year round. Students also have acess to security via phone 24/7.

  • Michael from Davenport, IA

    Reviewer is A current student here.

    Categories Rating Comments
    In three sentences

    Awesome School professor are wonderful
    Tips for prospective students

    Davenport, Iowa is a growing place this college is the best in the area really give it a good chance when making you decision
    Dorm Life

    I don't live on campus
    Food and Dining

    Good food
    Campus Safety

    Security is very good here

  • Emily from Arlington Hts., IL

    Reviewer is A current student here.

    Categories Rating Comments
    In three sentences

    st. ambrose university is a small, liberal arts college. it is diverse in the acedemic and social possibilities for their students. laslty, it is a very warm and welcoming place, a home away from home.
    Tips for prospective students

    an important tip would be to use the small campus to your advantage. get to know all your professors because it is not hard in a small class room, and use your prrofessors for extra help when needed. also, get involved in all the extra organizations and clubs on campus to get to know different people.
    Academic Rigor

    it is a private liberal arts college, and is very competitive in the acedemic perspective. they have a higher grading skill compared to some universities, however it pays off with st. ambrose well respected reputation for higher educational excellence.
    Dorm Life

    one of the advantages of being in a smaller school is they don't need huge dorms to house all the students. st. ambrose university has been voted some of the best resident life facilities in the midwest. they are all updated, and very spacious.
    Food and Dining

    st. ambrose has a very diverse cafateria for all different kind of eaters. there is a great deal of different choices so there is something for everyone. there is also ragowski center that has a food court with different options than the cafeteria.
    What to do for fun

    there are always activities going on on-campus if your bored. there is inter-mural sports for every season which can be a lot of fun. there are also volleyball courts on campus for when it is nice out. davenport's downtown area also has many differnent fun things to do away from campus as well.
    Bang for the buck

    st. ambrose tries to give as much financial aid as possible. it is a smaller university and does not have a lot of extra funds to throw around, however they do a reasonable job trying to stretch their resources as much as possible to help as many people as possible.
    Share any unusual traditions or locations on campus

    being a student at st. ambrose university gives you a sense of self pride and liek you are one big happy family. it is a small community so you know a lot of people on campus and a lot of the professors. everyone looks out for everyone's best interest, and the st. ambrose staff does a great job supporting their students.
    Clubs and Activities

    their are clubs for the popular majors. ex. psycology club, etc. we have habitat for humanity, students against destructive decisions club, peer mentors, national honors society, etc.
    Campus Safety

    we have a very dedicated and loyal campu security. they drive around the campus numerous times a day making rounds to all parts of campus. we have campus securty at all the dorms after 7 pm which require a student id to enter the building. we also have emergancy call post located at various locations throughout campus. lastly, the campus is very well lit at night so there are no dark areas when walking on campus at night.