Quincy University
Quincy, Illinois · Private
Quincy University admitted 55% of 1,873 applicants (Common Data Set 2025-2026). First-year students who sent the SAT scored 1000–1200 in the middle half. Test scores are optional. 43% of students graduate within six years.
Your chances at Quincy University
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Application deadlines
Quincy University’s first-year deadlines for 2026–27 on the Common App:
- Regular decision
- Rolling admission
The application is free.
Deadlines end at 11:59 p.m. in your own time zone. From Common App’s requirements grid, updated September 25, 2026. Check Quincy University’s admissions site before you submit. See every college’s deadlines or early decision vs. early action.
Early decision and early action
Quincy University offers early action but didn’t report its early admit rate.
What admissions weighs
How Quincy University rates each part of an application, from its Common Data Set.
Very important
- Course rigor
- GPA
- Essay
Important
- Recommendations
- Interview
- Activities
- Talent or ability
- Showing interest
Considered
- Class rank
- Test scores
- Character
- First generation
- Legacy
- Where you live
- Religion
- Volunteering
- Work experience
Not considered
- State residency
High school GPA
First-year students averaged a 3.47 GPA. 24% of those who reported a class rank were in the top 10% of their class.
Some colleges report weighted GPAs, so compare loosely.
What it costs
Full price with housing is $50,800 a year. After grants, students paid $17,424 on average.
Average price after grants, by family income:
Quick answers
What is Quincy University’s acceptance rate?
Quincy University admitted 55% of applicants: 1,032 of 1,873 (Common Data Set 2025-2026).
When is Quincy University’s application deadline?
Quincy University uses rolling admission for 2026–27 and has no early round on the Common App, so applying early in the fall gives you the best shot at open spots and aid.
What SAT score do you need for Quincy University?
The middle half of admitted students who sent the SAT scored 1000 to 1200, with a median around 1110. A score at or above 1110 puts you in the top half of admitted students who sent one.
How much is Quincy University’s application fee?
The application is free for 2026–27.
Does Quincy University have supplemental essays?
Yes. For 2026–27, Quincy University asks 1 question of its own on top of the main essay (answer a and b together, 250–350 words in total). Its supplemental essays page lists each one word for word with the word limit.
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