Quincy University
About
Quincy University is a private Catholic Franciscan institution in western Illinois best known for its supportive community and emphasis on values-based, career-focused education. The university offers strong academic programs in nursing, education, business, and the biological sciences, all grounded in a flexible liberal arts foundation. Student life is anchored by a close-knit campus culture, active NCAA Division II athletics, and a deep commitment to community service. A distinctive highlight is its "Success by Design" initiative, a personalized advisement framework that provides every student with an individualized four-year plan to ensure on-time graduation and career readiness.
Wikipedia:Quincy University (QU) is a private Franciscan college in Quincy, Illinois, United States. Founded in 1860, it has an enrollment of approximately 1,300 undergraduate and graduate students across five constituent schools.
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Quincy University accepts the Common Application. All Common App schools require the personal statement essay. Some schools also require supplemental essays — check the school's page on Common App for current prompts and word limits.
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