About Quincy University

Founded in 1860, Quincy University. is a Private college. Located in Illinois, which is a city setting in Illinois, the campus itself is Town. The campus is home to 1,161 full time undergraduate students, and 167 full time graduate students.

The Quincy University Academic calendar runs on a Semester basis. In the school year the student to faculty ratio was 15:1. There are 48 full time instructional teachers. Degrees awarded at Quincy University include: Bachelor's Degree, Masters Degree, Post-master's certificate, Doctor's degree.

Quick Facts

Acceptance Rate66%
Application Deadline
Application Fee25
SAT Range910-1160
ACT Range18-24

Admissions at QU are considered Selective, with ,5% of all applicants being admitted.

In the school year, of the students who applied to the school, only 20 of those who were admitted eventually ended up enrolling.

72% of incoming freshmen are in the top half of their high school class. 31% were in the top quarter, and 10% were in the top tenth. You can apply online.

STUDENT LIFE Reviews

We asked, and students answered these important questions about student life at Quincy University.

0%
“We”re apathetic”
63%
“We know about current events and vote”
38%
“We participate and encourage others to get involved”
0%
“There”s nothing we won”t protest”
0%
“We save it for the classroom”
0%
“Sometimes, but not often”
88%
“There”s usually intelligent conversation to be found”
13%
“All the time, including weekends”
0%
“I”m always terrified”
0%
“I only go out in groups”
50%
“I usually let someone know where I”m going”
50%
“I feel extremely safe”
38%
“We don”t play sports”
0%
“We play recreationally”
38%
“We bought the gear”
25%
“We live for the big game”
13%
“It”s not really our thing”
13%
“Occasinally we gallery crawl”
63%
“There are a variety of opportunities”
13%
“We”re a very artistic group”
0%
“Haven”t met them”
0%
“Available in class”
63%
“They keep regular office hours”
38%
“They”re always available”
0%
“No greek life, but other groups to join”
50%
“There is some involvement, but not a lot”
50%
“Plenty of people join a sorority or fraternity”
0%
“It”s everything. If you”re not greek, you”re a geek”
0%
“We”re not into drinking at all”
25%
“Maybe a little, but it”s not a big thing”
38%
“We only party on weekends”
38%
“There”s some drinking happening every night”
13%
“Never, we”re here to learn”
50%
“There might be people who do”
38%
“People are known to partake on weekends”
0%
“There”s a huge drug scene”
0%
“We”re apathetic”
63%
“We know about current events and vote”
38%
“We participate and encourage others to get involved”
0%
“There”s nothing we won”t protest”
0%
“We save it for the classroom”
0%
“Sometimes, but not often”
88%
“There”s usually intelligent conversation to be found”
13%
“All the time, including weekends”
0%
“I”m always terrified”
0%
“I only go out in groups”
50%
“I usually let someone know where I”m going”
50%
“I feel extremely safe”
38%
“We don”t play sports”
0%
“We play recreationally”
38%
“We bought the gear”
25%
“We live for the big game”
13%
“It”s not really our thing”
13%
“Occasinally we gallery crawl”
63%
“There are a variety of opportunities”
13%
“We”re a very artistic group”
0%
“Haven”t met them”
0%
“Available in class”
63%
“They keep regular office hours”
38%
“They”re always available”
0%
“No greek life, but other groups to join”
50%
“There is some involvement, but not a lot”
50%
“Plenty of people join a sorority or fraternity”
0%
“It”s everything. If you”re not greek, you”re a geek”
0%
“We”re not into drinking at all”
25%
“Maybe a little, but it”s not a big thing”
38%
“We only party on weekends”
38%
“There”s some drinking happening every night”
13%
“Never, we”re here to learn”
50%
“There might be people who do”
38%
“People are known to partake on weekends”
0%
“There”s a huge drug scene”
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  • How would you rate on-campus housing?

    16 Students rated on-campus housing 3.3 stars. 13 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate off-campus housing?

    11 Students rated off-campus housing 3.3 stars. 0 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate campus food?

    16 Students rated campus food 2.5 stars. 13 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate campus facilities?

    16 Students rated campus facilities 3.7 stars. 13 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate class size?

    16 Students rated class size 4.5 stars. 50 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate school activities?

    16 Students rated school activities 3.9 stars. 31 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate local services?

    16 Students rated local services 3.5 stars. 25 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate academics?

    16 Students rated academics 3.9 stars. 38 % gave the school a 5.0.

Quincy University REVIEWS

What's your overall opinion of Quincy University?

9 Students rated Quincy University

Bryan - 08/08/2019

I love my school and get along great with the other students. My professors are easily accessible, which is great for my success. I love that Quincy is very diverse. My experience has been great so far and I would definitely recommend Quincy to anyone.

Megan - 01/18/2019

Quincy University is a great school and a very friendly environment. Blessed to go here.

Rachel - 05/23/2018

Quincy University is a good school, but there are some improvements that could be made. There should be more clubs and outside events that students can afford to go to and be able to enjoy going to. Granted, the university life is lively, but there are still some students who don't feel like they can be involved because of money issues. Money is also an issue on campus, because several students transfer or have to take a semester off in order to pay the school to continue their education. It's not fair to those students who worked hard to get where they are just to have to take semesters off or even transfer to cheaper schools that can help them better.

Reginald - 08/14/2017

The university is a great experience to showcase how it feels to being a college oriented town. The cost will definitely defer some of their potential students away however the class sizes are wonderful and the professors offer hands-on learning. The food is not a good selling point but the school is still worth it.

Quincy University FAQS

  1. What is the Acceptance Rate at Quincy University?

    The fall 2020 acceptance rate for Quincy University is 66%. That means, out of _____ applications received in 2020 , _____ students were offered admission. The number of males who applied was _____ vs the number of females which was _____.

  2. What should every freshman at your school know before they start?

    One of the most important things to do in finding the right college, is to do research. Doing research on a specific college or university will allow the student and the parent to choose wisely. Sometimes it is not about what the campus looks like or where it is located. I believe that it is important to know what the college has to offer: degrees, majors, activities, and tuition costs. It is also good to know if the college or university will be beneifical and will meet the needs for the career that the student wishes to pursue. As far as getting the most out of the college experience, there are plenty of nice people on campus to make friends with. Getting involved in sports, campus clubs, and campus clubs will help with social life. In my opinion, I think that living in a dorm during freshmen year will help a student connect more to the campus and build a friendship with many people living in the dorm. However it is really up to the student to make a college experience worth their while.

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  3. Describe how your school looks to someone who's never seen it.

    QU is small, laid-back, not very academically challenging, and Catholic only in name but not in practice.

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  4. What do you consider the worst thing about your school? Why?

    There wasn't a lot that I didn't like about the school, but I guess the one big drawback of Quincy University was housing. The dorms and campus apartments are starting to show their age, and compared to other universities, I would say that QU is below average in this department. From what I hear, they have plans to do some remodeling and possibly will be building a new dorm or two in the near future, and I hope this is in fact the case.

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  5. What kind of person should attend this school?

    A person who is caring, friendly, and someone who takes their education seriously.

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  6. What's the most frustrating thing about your school?

    The maintenance staff is not very good and did not do anything when my roommate and I were up for hours every night it rained because our window leaked. The dorms were typically always loud and it was hard to study at night. I attended Quincy University for the 2012-2013 school year but I am transferring to St. Ambrose for my 2013-2014 school year because I like their nursing program and the up to date equipment that I believe will help me to accomplish my dream of being a nurse.

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  7. Describe the students at your school.

    My classmates are amazing!

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  8. Here's your chance: Say anything about your college!

    The location is a big part of my choice and my brother went here.

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  9. What's unique about your campus?

    I absolutely loved the small community feel that Quincy University had. Because of the small class sizes, I was able to get to know my professors on a more personal level, which was very beneficial to me and the other students. Quincy University had a lot of wonderful traditions to get students involved that you just don't find at other larger schools in larger communities. Overall, Quincy is a very supportive community which takes a lot of pride in the success of the university and the students and faculty who make that success happen.

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  10. What kind of person should not attend this school?

    No one shouldn't attend Quincy! It is a great school- and it is a a great fit for everyone.

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  11. What do you brag about most when you tell your friends about your school?

    Quincy University is very friendly! Since it is a smaller school ther is a sense of community. It makes you feel like you are at home.

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  12. Describe your favorite campus traditions.

    Small school with good people and professors. A lot of clubs and extracurricular event to attend. Great opportunities to meet new people and Franciscan heritage

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  13. What's the one thing you wish someone had told you about freshman year?

    I wish that I would have known how many flight hours they provide each year. I am majoring in Aeronautical Science (Professional Pilot), and my goal is to have as many flight hours logged in before I graduate. Apparently Quincy University does not meet my needs

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Student Body

Students

54%

female

46%

male

1,161

Total Undergrad Enrollment

167

Total Grad Students

41%

Out-Of-State

56%

In-State

3%

International

Organizations

40

Student Organizations

1

Fraternities

2

Sororities

Housing

Yes

On-Campus Housing

42%

of students living on campus

Student Diversity

% American Indian/Alaskan Native
N/A
% Asian/Pacific Islander
1%
% Black or African-American
11%
% Hispanic/Latino
3%
% White or Caucasian
73%

TUITION & AID

All students must apply yearly for financial aid. This process starts with the FAFSA. Though financial aid deadlines vary by school, it is a good idea to apply as soon as possible. For the upcoming school year, you can apply as early as October 1 for the FAFSA. Additional school aid will be dependent on the FAFSA results.

100% of students attending Quincy University receive some sort of financial aid. 45% were awarded federal grants. While 83% received federal loans. Many students do also need to apply for additional private student loans.

Cost Out of State

$27,128

Tuition and fees(Out of state)

$1,250

Books and Supplies

$10,500

Room and Board

38,878

Total On Campus

Actual Cost By Income Level(W/Financial Aid)

Family Income
Cost
$0 - $30K
$16,878
$30 - $48K
$17,015
$48 - $75K
$19,061
$75 - $110K
$20,868
$110K & UP
$21,302

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