St. Ambrose University signs guaranteed admissions pact with prep school

St. Ambrose University has partnered with Rivermont Collegiate to guarantee admission for students who meet requirements. (Photo courtesy of St. Ambrose University)

St. Ambrose University is partnering with a college preparatory program to give more students access to its educational opportunities through guaranteed admission.

The Davenport university announced in a news release that it has entered into a guaranteed admissions agreement with Rivermont Collegiate that, effective immediately, provides guaranteed admission to students who meet academic requirements and have spent at least two years at the preparatory school or at its international campus.

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“We are thrilled to partner with Rivermont Collegiate to offer students a seamless transition to higher education at St. Ambrose,” said Toby Arquette, St. Ambrose vice president for strategic growth, marketing and digital transformation, in the release. “This agreement aligns with our mission and vision as we empower students to achieve their full potential and to make a positive impact in the world. This is where students come to become who they are meant to be.”

According to the release, this agreement gives “students from diverse backgrounds” more access to a St. Ambrose education, and furthers the university’s commitment to accessibility and affordability.

Rivermont Collegiate is a private, 2-year-old through 12th grade college-preparatory school located in Bettendorf. Its students have a 100% college or university acceptance rate, according to the school’s website , and it is in the top 1% of most diverse schools in the U.S.

“This agreement is more than just a pathway to higher education; it is a testament to the collaborative spirit of the Quad Cities,” said Rivermont Collegiate Headmaster Max Roach in the release. “By working together, Rivermont Collegiate and St. Ambrose University are opening doors for students and reinforcing the value of a quality education that is both affordable and impactful.”

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