Ashford U
Ashford University
8620 Spectrum Center Boulevard, San Diego, United StatesAll photos (8)
Overview of Ashford University (Ashford U)
About this school
Ashford University (formerly The Franciscan University and Mount St. Clare College) is a private, coeducational, liberal arts college founded in 1918. Its 25-acre campus is located half-way between Chicago and Des Moines, in Clinton, 40 miles north of Moline.
- www.ashford.edu/
Website
Coeducational
Co-ed
Graduate Students
Not reported
Institution Type
Private for-profit
Undergraduate Students
- Undergraduate Students:9,866
- Men:2,272 Men (23.0%)
- Women:7,594 Women (77.0%)
Location
Admission Information (Ashford U)
Freshman Admission Requirements
Difficulty of Admission
Admission to Ashford University is minimally difficult: most freshmen were not in the top 50% of their high school class and scored somewhat below 1010 on the SAT I or below 19 on the ACT; up to 95% of all applicants accepted.
High School Preparation
- High School Graduation:
High school diploma required and GED is accepted
- High School Program:
College preparatory program is recommended
Required Or Recomended High School Units
| Subject | Required Units | Recommended Units |
|---|---|---|
English | - | 4 |
Mathematics | - | 3 |
Science | - | 3 |
Foreign Language | - | 2 |
Social Studies | - | 2 |
History | - | 3 |
Academic Electives | - | 3 |
Examinations Required
| Exam | Required | Scores Due Date |
|---|---|---|
SAT or ACT | Required for some | Not reported |
SAT Only | - | - |
ACT Only | - | - |
SAT and SAT Subject Tests, or ACT | - | - |
SAT Subject Tests Only | - | - |
| Essay/Test | Status | Scores Due Date |
|---|---|---|
SAT Essay Component Policy | Not Reported | |
ACT Writing Test Policy | Not reported | |
ACT Writing Test Policy | Not reported |
Admission Details
Admissions Office
Address | 8620 Spectrum Center Boulevard |
City, State, Zip | San Diego, CA 92123 |
Phone | - |
Fax | - |
Email |
Application Dates And Fees
Regular Admission Deadline | Rolling |
Application Fee | $20 |
Application Fee Waiver | Not reported |
Regular Admission Notification | Rolling |
Accept Offer Of Admission | Not reported |
Waiting List Used | No |
Defer Admission | Student can defer admission |
Transfer Admission | Transfer applications accepted |
Early Admission
Early Decision Offered | No |
Early Decision Deadline | - |
Early Decision Notification | - |
Early Action Offered | No |
Early Action Deadline | - |
Early Action Notification | - |
Application Form
Common Application | Not accepted |
Universal College Application | Not accepted |
Electronic Application |
Other Application Requirements
Interview | Not Required |
Essay Or Personal Statement | - |
Letters Of Recommendation | - |
Other | - |
Financial Need | Financial need is a consideration in the admissions process |
Selection of Students
Factors involed in acceptance process.
4 star = most important, 1 star = least important.
| Factor | Importance |
|---|---|
Rigor of Secondary School Record | |
Academic GPA | |
Standardized Tests | |
Class Rank | |
Recommendations | |
Essay | |
Interview | |
Level of Applicant's Interest | |
Extracurricular Activities | |
Volunteer Work | |
Particular Talent/Ability | |
Character/Personal Qualities | |
First Generation to Attend College | |
State Residency | |
Geographic Residence | |
Relation with Alumnus | |
Religious Affiliation/Commitment | |
Ethnicity | |
Work Experience |
Profile of Fall Admission
Overall Admission Rate
Overall Admission Rate | Not reported |
Women | Not reported |
Men | Not reported |
Students Enrolled
Students Enrolled | Not reported |
Women | 2542 admitted students enrolled |
Men | 798 admitted students enrolled |
Grade Point Average of Enrolled First-Year Students
Average GPA | Not reported |
375 And Above | Not reported |
3.50 - 3.74 | Not reported |
3.25 - 3.49 | Not reported |
3.00 - 3.24 | Not reported |
2.50 - 2.99 | Not reported |
2.00 - 2.49 | Not reported |
SAT Score of Enrolled First-Year Students
Sat Math | Not reported |
• Score 700 - 800 | Not reported |
• Score 600 - 700 | Not reported |
• Score 500 - 600 | Not reported |
• Score 400 - 500 | Not reported |
• Score 300 - 400 | Not reported |
• Score 200 - 300 | Not reported |
• Score 700 - 800 | Not reported |
• Score 600 - 700 | Not reported |
• Score 500 - 600 | Not reported |
• Score 400 - 500 | Not reported |
• Score 300 - 400 | Not reported |
• Score 200 - 300 | Not reported |
ACT Scores of Enrolled First-Year Students
Act Composite | 15-21 range of middle 50% |
• Score 30 - 36 | 2% |
• Score 24 - 29 | 9% |
• Score 18 - 23 | 49% |
• Score 12 - 17 | 40% |
• Score 6 - 11 | 0% |
• Score 5 Or Below | 0% |
Tuition & Financial Aid (Ashford U)
Tuition & Expenses
Cost of Attendance
- Books & Supplies: - Not reported
- Room & Board: - Not reported
- Other Expenses: - Not reported
- Tuition & Fees: - Not reported
Payment Plans
Ashford University accepts
Applying for Financial Aid
Financial Aid Office
Email | - |
Website | |
Net Price Calculator Url |
Application Process
Application Deadline | Priority deadline March 1 |
Award Notification Date | On a rolling basis beginning February 15 |
Methodology For Awarding Institutional Aid | Federal Methodology |
Forms Required
| Forms Required | Filing Cost |
|---|---|
FAFSA| Code is 001881 | Free |
Profile of 2017-18 Financial Aid
First-Year Student
Financial Aid Applicants | Not reported |
Found To Have Financial Need | Not reported |
Received Financial Aid | Not reported |
Need Fully Met | Not reported |
Average Percent Of Need Met | Not reported |
Average Award | Not reported |
• Need-Based Gift | Not reported |
• Need-Based Self-Help | Not reported |
• Merit Based Gift | Not reported |
Merit Based Gift | Not reported |
All Undergraduates
Financial Aid Applicants | Not reported |
Found To Have Financial Need | Not reported |
Received Financial Aid | Not reported |
Need Fully Met | Not reported |
Average Percent Of Need Met | Not reported |
Average Award | Not reported |
• Need-Based Gift | Not reported |
• Need-Based Self-Help | Not reported |
• Merit Based Gift | Not reported |
Merit Based Gift | Not reported |
Borrowing
2016 Graduates with Loans | Not reported |
Average Indebtedness Of 2016 Graduates | Not reported |
Parents Of Students Receiving Aid | Not reported |
Parents Of Students Not Receiving Aid | Not reported |
Financial Aid Programs
Scholarchips And Grants
Need Based Available | Federal Pell grants, SEOG, State scholarships, Institutional scholarships, Private scholarships |
Non Need Based Available | None |
Non-Need Awards
Academic Interest/Achievement | Not reported |
Creative Arts/Performance | Not reported |
Special Achievements/Activities | Not reported |
Special Characteristics | Not reported |
Employment
Work-Study Programs | Not reported |
Average Earnings from On-Campus Employment | Not reported |
Academics & Instruction (Ashford U)
Academics Overview
Academic Calendar System
Semester
Summer Session
Offered
Graduation Requirements
General Education/Core Cirriculum
Required
Computer
Not reported
Foreign Language
Not required
Math/Science
Required for all students
Faculty & Instruction
Full-Time Faculty
45
Part-Time Faculty
703
Full-Time Faculty With Ph.D./Terminal Degree
Not reported
Regular Class Size
- Not reported
Discussion Section/Lab Class Size
- Not reported
Advanced Placement
International Baccalaureate
Not accepted
Advanced Placement (AP) Examinations
Accepted for placement and credit
Sophomore Standing
Available through AP examinations
Academic Resources
Libraries
Library Available On Campus | Yes |
Holdings | - |
Computer Ownership | Not reported |
Computers Available On Campus | 109 |
Internet E Mail Access | Not reported |
Academic Support Services
Remedial Instruction
Offered
Tutoring
Available
Services for Students Requiring Accommodations
Not available
Services for Students with Accessibility Needs
Ashford University provides hearing impaired services, speech disorders services, visually impaired services, wheelchair access
Undergraduate Retention & Graduation
Returning First-Year Students
45.0%
Students Graduating Within 4 Years
Not reported
Students Graduating Within 5 Years
Not reported
Students Graduating Within 6 Years
Not reported
Programs & Majors (Ashford U)
Undergraduate Education
Undergraduate Majors (32)
- Accounting
- Athletic Training/Trainer
- Biology/Biological Sciences, General
- Business Administration and Management, General
- Business Teacher Education
- Communication, Journalism, and Related Programs, Other
- Computer and Information Sciences, General
- Criminal Justice/Safety Studies
- Cytotechnology/Cytotechnologist
- Education, General
- Elementary Education and Teaching
- English Language and Literature, General
- General Studies
- Health/Health Care Administration/Management
- History, Other
- Human Services, General
- Humanities/Humanistic Studies
- Journalism
- Junior High/Intermediate/Middle School Education and Teaching
- Kindergarten/Preschool Education and Teaching
- Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies
- Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other
- Music Teacher Education
- Music, General
- Pre-Law Studies
- Pre-Medicine/Pre-Medical Studies
- Psychology, General
- Religion/Religious Studies
- Science Teacher Education/General Science Teacher Education
- Secondary Education and Teaching
- Social Sciences, General
- Visual and Performing Arts, General
Most Popular Disciplines
Not reported
Professional Degree Programs
Not reported
Special Programs
Distance learning, Double major, Honors program, Independent study, Internships, Summer session
Study Abroad
Online Degrees
None
Graduate and Professional Education
Master's Degrees Offered
Not reported
Master's Programs of Study (1)
- Not reported
Campus Life (Ashford U)
Location & Geography
Population
26,473
Nearest Metropolitan Area
Chicago
Campus Size
24 acres
Weather
Temperature | 7.7 average low in January, 78.4 average high in September |
Rain | 118 rainy days per year |
Available Transportation
Nearest Bus Station | 35 mile(s) from campus in Davenport |
Nearest Train Station | 100 mile(s) from campus in Galesburg, Ill. |
Housing
College Housing
College offers housing to students
Types of Housing
Coed housing
Students of College Housing
Housing Restrictions
Students required to live on campus through junior year
Freshman Housing Guarantee
Freshmen are guaranteed housing
Students Living Off Campus/Commuting
87%
Security
24-Hour Emergency Phone/Alarm Devices
Available
24-Hour Security Patrols
Available
Late-Night Transport/Escort Services
Available
Electronically Operated Housing Entrances
Available
Personal Support Services
Health Service
Offered
Personal Counseling
Offered
Child Care
Not offered
Sports & Recreation
School Athletics
Athletic Conferences | National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics |
Mascot | Mounties |
School Colors | Purple and gold |
Intercollegiate Athletics (Women)
| Factor | Offered | Scholarships Given |
|---|---|---|
Baseball | ||
Basketball | ||
Cross-Country Running | ||
Golf | ||
Soccer | ||
Softball | ||
Track And Field | ||
Volleyball |
Intercollegiate Athletics (Men)
| Sport | Offered | Scholarships Given |
|---|---|---|
Baseball | ||
Basketball | ||
Cross-Country Running | ||
Golf | ||
Soccer | ||
Softball | ||
Track And Field | ||
Volleyball |
Recreational Sports
Intramural Sports | football, skiing (downhill), volleyball |
Student Activities
Activities And Organizations
Ashford University offers choral groups, drama theatre, student newspaper, student senate, student ambassadors, hall council, black student union, student iowa state education association
Sororities
Fraternities
ROTC
Student Body
Co-educational
Yes
Number of Full-Time Undergraduates
9,761
Undergraduates
All Undergraduates
9,866
Women
7,594
Men
2,272
Ethnicity of Students from U.S.
- Not reported
International Students
Not reported
Average Age
Number of Graduate Students
Not reported