What Quincy University does

Quincy University is a private, nonprofit Catholic Franciscan university founded in 1860 in Quincy, Illinois, operating a single 70-acre main campus and serving approximately 1,185 undergraduate and graduate students (Fall 2025). Its core offering is a portfolio of 52 undergraduate, 5 graduate, and 2 doctoral programs spanning business (Oakley School of Business), education, health sciences (delivered in partnership with Blessing-Rieman College of Nursing), and liberal arts, supplemented by continuing education (PDE, POLIS) and specialized programs such as the President's Honors College.

Revenue is generated primarily through tuition and fees ($39,900 annual undergraduate tuition with books included; graduate programs priced per credit hour at $540-$985) and residential room and board (~$14,500 annually for the 69% of undergraduates who live on campus). An auxiliary revenue stream comes from professional development courses (VESi online, onsite, and district in-service pricing). The university employs a sales-led, relationship-based admissions motion run through field counselors, campus visit events, and a multi-channel digital presence (website, TikTok, Instagram, LinkedIn, etc.), accepting applications via direct portal and Common App.

Operationally, QU is built around a small-class, high-touch delivery model (12:1 student-faculty ratio, average class size of 12), supported by a purpose-built student success technology stack centered on QU Navigate 360 (a coordinated student success platform with iOS/Android mobile app) layered on top of Moodle LMS, Google Workspace, EBSCO and JSTOR research databases, Handshake for career services, and CASHNet for payments. Outcomes marketed include 94% graduate placement (employment or graduate school within six months) and 100% financial aid participation (averaging $26,000 in institutional grants per student), with the Illinois Tuition Promise Program covering 100% of tuition for eligible low-income Illinois residents.

Name

Quincy University

Legal name

Quincy University

Website

https://quincy.edu

Company type

Private

Founded year

1860

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

251–500 employees

Short description

Quincy University is a private Catholic Franciscan university in Quincy, Illinois, serving roughly 1,185 students across 52 undergraduate, 5 graduate, and 2 doctoral programs, with a sales-led admissions motion, 12:1 student-faculty ratio, and 100% financial aid participation.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Higher Education

NAICS

Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools (6113), Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools (611310)

SIC

Television Broadcasting Stations (4833)

akta.pro primary industry

Dental Schools (EDAHAGAF)

akta.pro secondary industry

University/Educational Local Stations (College Radio, Campus TV) (MPABACAH)

Keywords

• Higher education services
• Undergraduate degree programs
• Graduate degree programs
• Catholic higher education
• Liberal arts education

Headquarters

HQ city

Quincy

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure, Technology or R&D

Revenue model

1. Undergraduate Tuition and Fees: Annual tuition of $39,900 for undergraduate programs, with books included. Additional fees for specific programs. Revenue generated from degree-seeking students enrolled in 52 undergraduate and 5 graduate programs.
2. Graduate and Doctoral Tuition: Graduate programs priced per credit hour: MBA at $590/credit, MS in Education at $540/credit, Doctoral programs at $920-$985/credit. Additional program fees per semester for doctoral degrees.
3. Room and Board: On-campus housing and dining services generating approximately $14,500 annually for residential students. Food services managed through Hawks Dining.
4. Professional Development Courses: Continuing education programs including VESi online courses ($415 for 2 credits, $550 for 3 credits) and onsite professional learning courses ($195 per credit hour).

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels8 records

Core offering

Quincy University is a private Catholic Franciscan university offering 52 undergraduate programs, 5 graduate programs, and doctoral degrees (Doctor of Occupational Therapy and Doctor of Physical Therapy). The university delivers in-person, on-campus instruction at its 70-acre Quincy, Illinois campus, complemented by online professional development courses, academic support through the QU Navigate 360 student success platform, career services via the QUEST Center, and continuing education through the Professional Development in Education program.

Product overview

Quincy University is a private Catholic liberal arts university offering a unified portfolio of educational services centered on undergraduate and graduate degree programs. The institution operates as a single integrated educational platform consisting of core academic degree programs (52 undergraduate, 5 graduate, and doctoral degrees), supported by specialized programs including QU Navigate 360 (student success management system), the QUEST Center (career services hub), Brenner Library (research resources), President's Honors College (accelerated academics), and Professional Development in Education (continuing education). The Oakley School of Business represents a named academic division. Additional services include academic support, internships, study abroad, and QU Media for media production experience. Financial aid programs including the Illinois Tuition Promise Program support affordability.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Undergraduate Degree Programs 52 undergraduate programs across arts, business, health sciences, education, and professional studies delivered on the Quincy, Illinois campus, priced at $39,900 annual tuition for 2026-2027 (books included).
• Graduate and Doctoral Degree Programs 5 graduate programs including Master of Business Administration ($590/credit), Master of Science in Education ($540/credit), Master of Science in Education Counseling, and two doctoral programs: Doctor of Occupational Therapy ($920/credit) and Doctor of Physical Therapy ($985/credit).
• Professional Development in Education (PDE)
• Pursuit of Learning in Society (POLIS)
• QU Navigate 360 Student Success Platform
• QUEST Center for Career Preparation
• President's Honors College
• Illinois Tuition Promise Program
• Oakley School of Business Named school of business offering accounting, business analytics, finance, management, marketing, and sport management degree programs.
• QU Media On-Campus TV Station
• Brenner Library Services
• Student Success Center
• Residential Housing and Dining

Quantifiable outcome

• 94% of graduates employed in their field or enrolled in graduate school within 6 months of graduation
• +4 more outcomes

Named customers2 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles6 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration14 records

Feature2 records

Partnerships

Five partnerships are on record, tiered core.

• Blessing-Rieman College of Nursing & Health SciencescoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerAcademic partnership offering bachelor of science degrees in Nursing, Diagnostic Medical Sonography, Radiologic Science, and Respiratory Care. Quincy University application also serves as BRCN application for health sciences majors.
• Saint Louis University School of Law (SLU LAW)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner3+3 Pre-Law Program allowing qualified students to earn undergraduate and law degrees in six years, three at QU followed by three at SLU LAW.
• HandshakecoreTechnology or IntegrationCareer platform partner providing QU students access to internships, part-time jobs, and full-time employment opportunities. QU student information is preloaded in the platform.
• Ryan Center for SciencecoreOthersNorth Campus science facility dedicated in 2024 through generous donation, advancing hands-on learning and innovation for students.
• Oakley School of BusinesscoreOthersNamed in 2021 following the largest single philanthropic investment in University history, supporting business education programs.

Scale indicators14 records

Recent moves11 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Direct peers

• Greenville University: A small private Christian university in Greenville, Illinois affiliated with the Free Methodist Church. Comparable to Quincy in size, Illinois geography, faith-based identity, NCAA Division III athletics, and undergraduate/graduate program mix.
• Illinois College: A small private liberal arts college in Jacksonville, Illinois with a United Church of Christ affiliation. Comparable to Quincy in size, Illinois location, faith-rooted identity, residential campus model, and NCAA Division III athletics.
• McKendree University: A private university in Lebanon, Illinois, founded by Methodists. Comparable to Quincy as a small private Illinois institution with NCAA Division II athletics, similar tuition profile, and a mix of undergraduate and graduate programs.
• William Jewell College: A small private liberal arts college in Liberty, Missouri affiliated with the Baptist tradition. Comparable to Quincy in scale, private faith-based identity, NCAA Division II athletics, and small-class personalized learning model.
• Fontbonne University: A small private Catholic university in St. Louis founded by the Sisters of St. Joseph. Comparable to Quincy in Catholic mission, small size, faith-based identity, and similar undergraduate/graduate program mix in a Midwestern urban-adjacent market.
• Culver-Stockton College: A small private Midwestern liberal arts college located in Canton, Missouri, affiliated with the Christian Church (Disciples of Christ). Highly comparable to Quincy University in scale, mission-driven identity, NCAA Division II athletics, and small-campus residential model.
• Westminster College (Fulton, MO): A small private liberal arts college in Fulton, Missouri affiliated with the Presbyterian Church. Comparable to Quincy in size, Midwestern private identity, NCAA Division II athletics, and a similar undergraduate program mix.
• Eureka College: A small private liberal arts college in Eureka, Illinois affiliated with the Christian Church (Disciples of Christ). Comparable to Quincy as a similarly small private Illinois institution with a faith-rooted identity and a residential liberal arts mission.

Broad incumbents

• Maryville University of Saint Louis: A larger private Catholic university in the St. Louis area that has expanded aggressively into online and graduate programs. Comparable to Quincy as a private Catholic institution serving the same regional market, but at materially larger scale and with broader program breadth.
• Saint Louis University: A large private Jesuit research university in St. Louis with whom Quincy has a 3+3 pre-law partnership. Comparable to Quincy as a private Catholic institution serving the regional market, but at significantly larger scale and with substantially broader academic programs.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/Quincy_U
• YouTubeyoutube.com/user/QuincyUniversity
• Facebookfacebook.com/92951306727
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/quincy-university
• Instagraminstagram.com/quincy_u
• TikToktiktok.com/@quincyuniversity

Compliance2 records

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Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles12 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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