Contact Information
General Contact
- School Code: 394130
- Phone: (520) 795-0000 x000
- School Homepage
Admissions Office
Financial Aid Office
ACCEPTANCE RATE
84.85%FINANCIAL AID RATE
98%STUDENT TEACHER RATIO
14:1DEGREE OFFERED ONLINE
6FINANCIAL AID AWARD AVG.
$14,799Average Grants + Scholarship Aid Awarded to Undergraduate Students
Percent of Full-Time Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid
Percent of Students Paying In-State Tuition vs Out-of-State Tuition
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Ave Maria University (AMU)
2856 E Fort Lowell Rd, Tucson, AZ
Ave Maria University is a nonprofit private school that has many majors and degree programs available for students to choose from. The school is located in Ave Maria, Florida, in a predominantly rural area. The Roman Catholic affiliation at the school is an important part of the history, education and curriculum that defines the school. The school enrolls 800 students per year, allowing for smaller more engaging class sizes.
Students may select from many areas of study, including:
- Theology
- English
- United States Government and Politics
- Philosophy
- Biology
Students applying for admission are most often required to submit an application, transcripts, records, test scores and any requested application essays, which will then be reviewed by the admissions committee. Either the ACT or SAT exam must be taken to apply to Ave Maria University. Scores within the range of 21 - 26 on the ACT or 1490 - 1840 on the SAT are needed to increase your chances for admission. This school has an admissions rate of 48% of which only 36% decided to attend. More information on admissions can be found at avemaria.edu.
Tuition is approximately $22,000 per year, though it may change based on different types of circumstances. Students should visit the school's net price calculator to see the personalize cost of attendance. Student housing is available for students and costs about $5,200 annually. Financial aid may be provided to students that meet the necessary requirements by way of grants or student loans.
The Ave Maria University "Gyrenes" compete in a number of intercollegiate sports through participation in the NAIA. Available athletic programs offered may include the following:
- Baseball (NAIA Division II)
- Basketball (NAIA Division II)
- Track & Field (NAIA Division II)
- Golf (NAIA Division II)
Contact information, academics information, programs, and much more may be viewed on school's website at http://www.avemaria.edu.
Admission Requirements & Details
The information regarding admissions below may give an overview of the candidates Ave Maria University accepts. The details may include admissions application requirements and recommendations, as well as any college credits that may be transferred.
College Credits Accepted
- Dual Credits
- AP Course Credits
Student Enrollment
The total student enrollment at Ave Maria University is about 1,100. The enrollment breakdown by academic level is 30% enrolling as graduate students and 97% as undergraduate students.
Estimated Costs & Financial Aid
The items listed below are for informational purposes only and may not represent current tuition, fees, and expenses.
Tuition & Fees Information
- The estimated tuition range is around $21,000-$25,000 per year
- Part time students pay in the range of $870 to $1,000 per unit
- May offer prepaid tuition rates, allowing tuition to be purchased at current rates for future enrollment.
Financial Aid Details
The table listed below helps break down the types of financial aid students receive and the percent receiving aid, as well as the average amount of aid per student per year.
Percent of Students | Average Amount | |
---|---|---|
Any Financial Aid | 98% | - |
Receiving Grants & Scholarships | 98% | $15,547 |
Receiving Student Loans | 54% | $6,734 |
Academics & Student Services
Student Services
To support students and graduates, Ave Maria University may provide services including:- Online course work available
- Academic counseling for students
- Work study style employment
- Helping students find work after graduation
Intercollegiate Athletics
Ave Maria University is a Member of National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics (NAIA), with many of the sports belonging to the NAIA Division II classification. The most popular sports played are listed below:
- Baseball (Florida Sun Conference)
- Basketball (Florida Sun Conference)
- Football (Florida Sun Conference)
- Golf
- Lacrosse
- Soccer
- Softball
- Tennis
- Track and Field, X-Country
- Volleyball
Programs Offered
The program list below is organized by areas of study. The programs that have a link will direct you to the program's profile page where you can learn more about education requirements and career pathways.
Get more information about the programs offered by Ave Maria University by clicking the request information to the right.
(C) Certificate or Award | (A) Associate's | (B) Bachelor's | (M) Master's Degree | (D) Doctorate (PhD,...)
Biological and Biomedical Sciences
- Biochemistry (B)
- Biology (B)
Business and Marketing Studies
- Business Administration (B)
- Accounting (B)
- International Business (B)
- Finance (B)
Education
Health and Clinical Professions
History
- History (B)
Mathematics and Statistics
Philosophy and Religious Studies
- Religious Studies (B, D, M)
- Philosophy (B)
Physical Sciences
- Physics (B)
Psychology
- Psychology (B)
Recreation and Fitness Studies
Social Sciences
- Economics (B)
- Political Science (B)
Theology and Religious Vocations
- Theology (B)
Visual and Performing Arts
- Music (B)
Other 4-Year Private Colleges
The list of schools below have been selected by researching which schools offer similar programs to Ave Maria University.
- Trinity International University - Florida in Oakland Park, FL (75 miles away)
- Webber International University in Chipley, FL (104 miles away)
- Eckerd College in Royal Palm Beach, FL (123 miles away)
- The University of Tampa in Tampa, FL (128 miles away)
- Rollins College in Miami, FL (156 miles away)
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Contact Information
General Contact
- School Code: 394130
- Phone: (520) 795-0000 x000
- School Homepage