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Alvernia University

Reading, PA • private • Women Only • III | Middle Atlantic Conferences
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Acceptance
62.3%
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Grad Rate
58%
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Cost
$59,460

Overview

Institution Type
private
Campus Setting
Urban
Student Population
Undergrad: 2,688 • Total: 3,197
Academic Calendar
Semester
Address
400 Saint Bernardine St
Reading, PA
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Website
www.alvernia.edu
Region
Northeast
Carnegie Classification
Carnegie Code: 32

Student Demographics

Gender Distribution
Male: 947 (35.2%) • Female: 1,741 (64.8%)
Race/Ethnicity Distribution
Asian 52 1.9%
Black/African American 251 9.3%
Hispanic/Latino 384 14.3%
White 1,700 63.2%
Two or More Races 91 3.4%
International 99 3.7%

Admissions & Selectivity

Acceptance Rate
62.3%
3,422 admitted from 5,491 applicants
Standardized Testing Policy
✓ Test Optional
SAT Score Range (25th-75th percentile)
Reading: 528-620
Math: 538-633
Total: 1066-1253
Application Types Offered
RD
Application Requirements
—
Financial Aid Forms
FAFSA only
Deadlines
RD: Rolling

Academic Outcomes

6-Year Graduation Rate
58.5%
4-Year Graduation Rate
40.7%
Freshman Retention Rate
73.0%
Student-Faculty Ratio
22.0:1

Cost & Financial Aid

Total Cost of Attendance (2022-23)
$59,460
Tuition + Room & Board + Books
Annual Tuition & Fees (2022-23)
Tuition: $43,000
Room & Board
$15,460
Books & Supplies
$1,000
Average Net Price by Family Income (2022-23)
$0-30,000 $23,436
$30,001-48,000 $23,701
$48,001-75,000 $24,131
$75,001-110,000 $28,016
$110,001+ $32,152
Students Receiving Pell Grants
87%
Average Grant/Scholarship Aid
$26,166

🏈 Athletics

NCAA Division
III
Conference
Middle Atlantic Conferences
Men's Sports (10)
Baseball Basketball Football Golf Ice Hockey Lacrosse Soccer Tennis Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) Wrestling
Women's Sports (13)
Basketball Bowling Equestrian Field Hockey Golf Ice Hockey Lacrosse Soccer Softball Tennis
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💰 Merit Scholarships

Typical Requirements
2.5 GPA
In-State Awards
$1,000-$29,000/yr
Out-of-State Awards
$1,000-$29,000/yr
5 automatic scholarships (14 total)
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Common questions about Alvernia University

What is Alvernia University's acceptance rate?
Alvernia University accepts 62% of applicants, from 5,491 applications.
How much does Alvernia University cost?
Tuition and fees are $43,000. Families earning under $30,000 pay $23,436 on average after aid.
Does Alvernia University require SAT or ACT scores?
Alvernia University does not require SAT or ACT scores for admission.
What SAT score do you need for Alvernia University?
Admitted students typically score between 528 and 633 on the SAT sections reported.
What is Alvernia University's graduation rate?
58% of students graduate within six years.