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SAU campus location

St. Ambrose University’s charming Davenport, Iowa, campus serves as the hub of community activity and engagement for both students and faculty alike.

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Explore the St. Ambrose campus

The St. Ambrose University campus is a buzzing hub of academic excellence, student engagement, and community connections. Students, faculty, and the greater community greatly benefit from our facilities, from the state-of-the-art classrooms, laboratories, and technology centers to our spiritual, fine art, and wellness facilities.

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State-of-the-art facilities driving academic excellence

St. Ambrose University is continually looking for ways to grow and improve our campus facilities. In fact, we've invested $110 million in new and improved facilities, classrooms, and technology in the last decade. Check out the links below for some of our most recognizable and celebrated buildings.

A photo of the beautiful and historic Ambrose Hall, a large brick building with a clock tower.

Campus amenities and facilities

  • An interior view of the pews of the Christ the King Chapel.

    Christ the King Chapel

    The chapel has been a source of spiritual growth and community for generations of St. Ambrose students.

    Learn about our chapel

  • A row of signs hanging from the Galvin Fine Arts Center.

    Galvin Fine Arts Center

    The fine arts center houses visual arts, music, theater, communications, and digital media programs, along with performances and exhibitions.

    See what’s happening in the arts
  • The St. Ambrose Wellness and Recreation Center at dusk featuring multiple people exercising inside.

    Wellness and Recreation Center

    Our state-of-the-art center combines fitness programs, wellness resources, and sports facilities with a holistic approach to health.

    See what we offer students
  • The St. Ambrose University Center For Health Sciences Education at Genesis Hospital.

    The Center for Health Sciences Education

    The Center for Health Sciences Education (CHSE) provides students with hands-on learning and skill development opportunities in labs, classrooms, and faculty meetings.

    Explore the Center for Health Sciences Education
  • The St. Ambrose Rogalski Center featuring a tree in full bloom.

    Rogalski Center

    Plan your event hassle-free at the Rogalski Center. Discover modern amenities and versatile spaces for up to 600 guests.

    Explore the Rogalski Center
  • A group of students from latino unidos posing in front of the Greater Quad Cities Hispanic Chamber of Commerce.

    Multicultural House

    A space for respectful dialogue celebrating the rich histories of our diverse students, faculty, and alumni.

    Learn about the Multicultural House
  • A photo of the SAU Library, a large brick building.

    SAU Library

    The SAU library offers a haven for research, study, and collaboration, providing extensive resources and expert assistance to students, faculty, and researchers alike

    See our library hours

Student life and community engagement

A residence hall is more than a place to live; it's a place to live with purpose and compassion. With 24/7 security, weekly housekeeping, and resident assistants on each floor, students living on-campus are surrounded by people who care and want them to succeed. Students can engage in campus life beyond the classroom at whatever level they wish. With more than 70 student clubs and organizations there are plenty of options to suit a range of interests.

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Neighborhood and surrounding area

Davenport, Iowa, is located in the Quad Cities, a lively metropolitan area on the Mississippi River. Home to more than 400,000 people, the Quad Cities span both Illinois and Iowa. With world famous festivals, vibrant nightlife, 15+ engaging arts and theater venues, a plethora of recreational facilities, and more than 100 miles of recreational trails, there truly is something for everyone.

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Explore the possibilities at St. Ambrose

At SAU, the Fighting Bees are encouraged to explore every opportunity to grow and learn, finally becoming the person they are meant to be.