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About Quinnipiac University

health sciences focusdoctoral professional universityhigh acceptance ratebusiness and pre-medprivate connecticut university

Quinnipiac University is a private university in Hamden, CT, known for its health sciences focus, doctoral professional university, and high acceptance rate. With an acceptance rate of 84%, QU is accessible for most qualified applicants, typically enrolling around 1,605 students each year. QU is test optional; students who submit scores are typically admitted with SATs between 1120–1280, though many competitive applicants choose not to submit. QU offers merit scholarships regardless of financial need, with awards averaging $29,079 per year; the sticker price of $69,760 may look very different from what your family actually pays.

Admissions

Quinnipiac University acceptance rate and admitted student profile

accessible for most qualified applicants

84%
Overall Accept Rate
3.50
Typical Admitted GPA
1200
Median Admitted SAT
SATSubmitted score range: 1120 – 1280 (test optional)

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ED advantage at Quinnipiac University: ED acceptance rate is 89% vs 84% regular decision, more than double. If Quinnipiac Universityis your first choice and you've confirmed the financial fit, Early Decision is one of the highest-leverage decisions you can make.

Application Strategy

Strategy tips for applying to Quinnipiac University

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Demonstrated Interest
Quinnipiac tracks demonstrated interest, so visit the Hamden campus in person or attend one of their open houses and make sure you register through their official portal so your visit is on record.
Essay Strategy
Quinnipiac gives essays meaningful weight, so use your personal statement or any additional writing to connect your goals directly to a specific program, such as the School of Health Sciences, the School of Business, or the journalism program at the School of Communications.

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Financial Aid & Cost

What Quinnipiac University actually costs your family

Average net prices by income bracket from College Scorecard data.

Family IncomeSticker PriceEst. Net Cost / yr
0-30k~$70k/yr$33.6k
30k-48k~$70k/yr$35.8k
48k-75k~$70k/yr$36.5k
75k-110k~$70k/yr$39.1k
110k+~$70k/yr$42.9k

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Outcomes & Campus

Student outcomes and campus profile

77%
6-Year Graduation Rate
$66k
Median Earnings (6 yrs)
15:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
6,730
Undergrad Enrollment
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