C
Average
Score: 50/100
Overall (traditional)
D
Outcome Rating
36/100 · earnings-weighted

Quincy University

4-Year Private Non-Profit
📍 Quincy, Illinois 62301
Quincy University campus, Quincy, IL
Quincy University campus, Quincy, IL. Photo: Tigerghost, CC BY-SA 3.0 via Wikimedia Commons.
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Rating Context: ⚠️ Limited Data Available. Some metrics for this institution are incomplete or unavailable, which may affect the overall grade. Consider researching this school directly for the most current information.

Suggested Focus: For this type of institution, we recommend prioritizing the Outcomes Score (C+) which measures graduation and job placement rates — the most relevant metrics for career programs.
Graduation Rate: 43%
Outcomes
C+
61/100
Affordability
F
18/100
Resources
C+
62/100
Experience
B
72/100
Prestige
C
40/100

Two ratings: the overall grade compares colleges the conventional way (outcomes, cost, resources, experience, reputation). The Outcome Rating asks what students earn: 60% wage-adjusted earnings 10 years after enrolling, 25% graduation, 15% retention. Methodology

Quick Stats

1,280
Total Enrollment
43%
Graduation Rate
64%
Retention Rate
14.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
50%
Acceptance Rate
N/A
Avg Net Price

Earnings, Debt & Completion

What happens to students who enroll at Quincy University, from the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard.

$50,369
Median earnings 10 yrs after entry
$43,331
Median earnings 6 yrs after entry
$24,000
Median debt at graduation
45%
Completion rate (within 150% of normal time)
1,098
Average SAT
24
Median ACT
29.7%
Students receiving Pell grants

Typical debt at graduation equals about 48% of one year’s median earnings ten years after entry.

Earnings rank: 27th percentile among bachelor’s-degree-focused colleges after a partial adjustment for local wage levels (IL wage index 1.04). This drives the Outcome Rating.

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, retrieved Oct 2026. Earnings are for federally aided students who enrolled, whether or not they graduated.

Earnings by Major at Quincy University

Median pay of bachelor's degree graduates by field of study, and how each program ranks against every college reporting that major — by raw pay and adjusted for state wage levels. Same school, very different paychecks.

Major1 yr after4 yrs aftervs. nationalRank (pay)Rank (wage-adj.)Median debt
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing—$78,599-12%#783 of 966#900—
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities—$62,841+18%#62 of 476#71—
Management Sciences and Quantitative Methods—$58,745-32%#122 of 126#123$25,250
Finance and Financial Management Services—$58,139-30%#437 of 452#441—
Accounting and Related Services—$55,610-27%#755 of 796#779—
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods$37,657—————
Human Services$32,726————$27,000

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, field-of-study data. Earnings are for graduates who received federal aid and were working; small programs are not reported.

For parents & investors

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  • Avg home value near campus: $144,850
  • Avg rent near campus: $1,222/mo
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 62301 (6.6% cap, Quincy)

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Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $35,740 $35,740
Total Cost (On-Campus) $50,800 $50,800

Financial Aid

100%
Receive Any Aid
39%
Receive Pell Grants
66%
Take Out Loans
N/A
Avg Net Price

Programs & Career Paths

Top Degree Programs

Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.

Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse 23 grads/yr Biology/Biological Sciences, General 21 grads/yr Management Science 20 grads/yr Business Administration and Management, General 19 grads/yr Education, General 16 grads/yr Marketing/Marketing Management, General 16 grads/yr Sport and Fitness Administration/Management 9 grads/yr Psychology, General 8 grads/yr Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness, General 8 grads/yr Criminal Justice/Safety Studies 8 grads/yr Elementary Education and Teaching 8 grads/yr General Studies 7 grads/yr Radiologic Technology/Science - Radiographer 7 grads/yr Early Childhood Education and Teaching 7 grads/yr History, General 6 grads/yr Special Education and Teaching, General 6 grads/yr Finance, General 6 grads/yr Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, General 5 grads/yr Accounting 5 grads/yr Human Services, General 4 grads/yr

Related Career Paths

Careers that graduates from Quincy University's top programs commonly pursue.

Registered nurses
$94k/yr 3,391,000 jobs
Nursing instructors and teachers, postsecondary
$80k/yr 91,600 jobs
Natural sciences managers
$161k/yr 104,300 jobs
Biological scientists, all other
$93k/yr 63,700 jobs
Life scientists, all other
$88k/yr 7,800 jobs
Biological science teachers, postsecondary
$83k/yr 66,000 jobs
Forensic science technicians
$67k/yr 20,700 jobs
Secondary school teachers, except special and career/technical education
$65k/yr 1,094,500 jobs

Student Demographics

1,280
Total Students
45%
Women
89%
Traditional Age (18-24)

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 70%
Hispanic 7%
Black 9%
Asian 1%
Non-Resident 6%

🏠 Living Arrangements

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 37%
Hybrid (Some Online) 57%
Fully Online 6%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 89%
25-64 (Adult) 4%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Quincy University?
Quincy University has an acceptance rate of 50%. This indicates a less selective admissions process with good chances for qualified applicants.
How much does it cost to attend Quincy University?
Tuition at Quincy University is $35,740 for in-state students and $35,740 for out-of-state students .
What is the graduation rate at Quincy University?
The graduation rate at Quincy University is 43%. This graduation rate is below average. Consider factors like program type and student demographics when evaluating.
Is Quincy University a good school?
Quincy University has a Repit College Score of 50/100 (Grade: C). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (C+): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (F): Net cost and financial aid access
  • Resources (C+): Class sizes and selectivity
  • Experience (B): Campus life and learning format
  • Prestige (C): Reputation and recognition
Note: As a smaller institution, we recommend focusing on the Outcomes score when evaluating this school.
How many students attend Quincy University?
Quincy University has a total enrollment of 1,280 students. Most students (89%) are traditional college-age (18-24).

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Data source: IPEDS 2023-24 | Last updated: October 2026 | Methodology