At a glance
Average net price
$24,860
In-state, after aid
6-year graduation rate
53.9%
Admission rate
41%
Undergrad size
1,298
In-state tuition
$30,198
Out-of-state tuition
$30,198
Cost of attendance
$46,129
Median earnings (10y)
$49,520
Admissions
- SAT average
- Not available
- ACT midpoint
- Not available
- Retention
- 78.9%
- Locale
- Rural
Programs breakdown
17 program areas reported · Academic mix is led by humanities & arts (28%), social sciences (21%), business (19%).
- STEM17%
- Health15%
- Business19%
- Humanities & arts28%
- Social sciences21%
- Business18.9%~246 students/yr · BusinessCompare schools
- Health professions15.4%~200 students/yr · HealthCompare schools
- Biological sciences14.1%~183 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- Psychology9.3%~120 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- Theology7.5%~97 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~92 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Social sciences6.6%~86 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- Communication6.2%~80 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Education4.4%~57 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- History3.1%~40 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Liberal arts2.2%~29 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Mathematics1.3%~17 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~17 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~11 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~11 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~6 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~6 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
Share of all degrees and certificates awarded in each broad CIP-2 program area (U.S. Department of Education, latest reporting year). Estimated students/yr = share × undergrad size.
Specific majors offered
28 specific majors with reported completions. Earnings shown are median annual earnings 1 year after graduation; debt is median student-loan debt at graduation.
| Major | Credential | Grads | Median earnings | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Bachelor's | 51 | $32,648 | — |
| Communication and Media Studies. | Bachelor's | 48 | — | — |
| Psychology, General. | Bachelor's | 45 | $26,800 | $18,500 |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Bachelor's | 40 | — | — |
| Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, General. | Bachelor's | 37 | — | — |
| Theological and Ministerial Studies. | Bachelor's | 35 | $31,775 | $21,102 |
| Physiology, Pathology and Related Sciences. | Bachelor's | 30 | — | — |
| Accounting and Related Services. | Bachelor's | 22 | — | — |
| Philosophy. | Bachelor's | 21 | — | — |
| Theological and Ministerial Studies. | Master's | 21 | — | — |
| Biology, General. | Bachelor's | 20 | — | — |
| Political Science and Government. | Bachelor's | 19 | — | — |
| History. | Bachelor's | 19 | — | — |
| Marketing. | Bachelor's | 18 | — | — |
| Business/Managerial Economics. | Bachelor's | 16 | — | — |
| Economics. | Bachelor's | 15 | — | — |
| Finance and Financial Management Services. | Bachelor's | 15 | — | — |
| Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities. | Bachelor's | 12 | $31,762 | — |
| Biochemistry, Biophysics and Molecular Biology. | Bachelor's | 12 | — | — |
| Mathematics. | Bachelor's | 11 | — | — |
| Literature. | Bachelor's | 10 | — | — |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods. | Bachelor's | 9 | — | — |
| Natural Resources Conservation and Research. | Bachelor's | 8 | — | — |
| Classics and Classical Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics. | Bachelor's | 8 | — | — |
| Physics. | Bachelor's | 6 | — | — |
| Music. | Bachelor's | 5 | — | — |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Master's | 5 | — | — |
| International Business. | Bachelor's | 5 | — | — |
Source: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard Field of Study. Earnings cover graduates who received federal financial aid and are working / not enrolled. Cells marked "—" are not reported or were suppressed for privacy.
About Ave Maria University
Ave Maria University is a mid-sized institution located in Ave Maria, Florida, primarily awarding the bachelor's degree. It enrolls roughly 1,298 undergraduate students in a rural setting. The most popular fields of study include Business, Health professions, Biological sciences.
Cost & tuition
The average net price at Ave Maria University — what a typical student actually pays after grants and scholarships — is $24,860 per year, which is above the national average compared to other U.S. institutions. Published tuition is $30,198 per year before aid. Total cost of attendance, including housing, books, and living expenses, comes to about $46,129 annually.
Graduation & earnings outcomes
The 6-year graduation rate is 53.9%, a above-average completion outcome. 78.9% of first-time students return for a second year, a useful proxy for student satisfaction and academic fit. Ten years after enrolling, the median graduate earns $49,520 per year according to U.S. Department of Education earnings tracking.
Programs & majors
Ave Maria University confers degrees and certificates across 17 broad program areas, with the largest concentrations of completions in Business, Health professions, Biological sciences. Grouped into wider academic categories, the mix is led by humanities & arts (28% of credentials), social sciences (21% of credentials), business (19% of credentials), which gives a quick read on the school's overall academic profile. Use the programs breakdown below to see every reported area, an estimated number of students per program per year, and links to compare other U.S. colleges in the same field.
Admissions
Ave Maria University accepts 41% of applicants, making it selective.
Location & campus
Set in Ave Maria, Florida (rural), Ave Maria University draws students from across Florida and beyond. Prospective students often weigh proximity, cost of living, and local industry demand when choosing between schools in this area.
Frequently asked questions about Ave Maria University
Q.How much does Ave Maria University cost?
The average net price at Ave Maria University is $24,860 per year after grants and scholarships, with total cost of attendance around $46,129.
Q.What is the graduation rate at Ave Maria University?
Ave Maria University has a 6-year graduation rate of 53.9% according to the latest U.S. Department of Education data.
Q.How hard is it to get into Ave Maria University?
Ave Maria University admits 41% of applicants, which is considered selective.
Q.How much do Ave Maria University graduates earn?
Ten years after enrolling, the median Ave Maria University graduate earns $49,520 per year.
Q.What is tuition at Ave Maria University?
Published tuition is $30,198 in-state. Most students pay less than the sticker price after financial aid.
Q.Where is Ave Maria University located?
Ave Maria University is located in Ave Maria, Florida (ZIP 34142).
Data on this page comes from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard and IPEDS, the federal sources colleges are required to report to. Net price, graduation rate, and earnings figures reflect the latest available federal release. Always verify current tuition and program availability directly with Ave Maria University at their official website.