College comparison

Saint Ambrose University vs Seattle Pacific University

A side-by-side of acceptance rate, test scores, and cost — source-cited estimates, not guarantees. Want the number that actually matters for your student? Model your admit odds at each.

Metric	Saint Ambrose University Davenport, IA	Seattle Pacific University Seattle, WA
Acceptance rateSaint Ambrose University is more selective	77%	83%
SAT (25–75)	930–1170	—
ACT (25–75)	—	—
Undergrad enrollment	1,916	1,762
Avg net price	$24,691	$24,488
Median earnings (10 yr)Seattle Pacific University reports higher median earnings	$59,531	$64,506
Graduation rate	61%	62%
Median debt	$25,000	$24,000
Economic mobility	0.8%	1.3%
Test policy	—	—
Type	Private (nonprofit)	Private (nonprofit)

Quick answers

Is Saint Ambrose University or Seattle Pacific University harder to get into?

Saint Ambrose University is more selective: Saint Ambrose University's acceptance rate is approximately 77% and Seattle Pacific University's is approximately 83% (estimates from public and primary sources).

What SAT score do you need for Saint Ambrose University vs Seattle Pacific University?

The middle-50% SAT range is 930–1170 at Saint Ambrose University and — at Seattle Pacific University. Scores outside these bands are still admitted, especially with strong applications.

Figures are estimates compiled from public datasets (College Scorecard / IPEDS) and primary sources; verify with each institution before relying on them.

These outputs are estimates from a baseline model — not guarantees of admission, cost, or outcome.