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Alverno College

Milwaukee, Wisconsin 53234-3922

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Known for health sciences — close-knit campus

Alverno College is a private urban institution in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. The school is accessible to a wide range of students.

A small campus of 724 undergraduates with a 10:1 student-faculty ratio. The urban location puts students at the center of city life.

51% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $53,145 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $16,722.

Established
1887
Motto
In Sanctitate et Doctrina
Mascot
Blaze the Inferno
Type
Private women's college

Plan Your Visit

93%Acceptance
SAT Avg
724Students
10:1Student:Faculty
51%Grad Rate
$53,145Earnings 10yr
$16,722Net Price

News & Alerts

program2026-03-15

Alverno College Launches New Data Science Minor

Starting Fall 2026, students can pursue an interdisciplinary data science minor combining CS, statistics, and domain courses.

tuition2026-02-28

Tuition Increase Announced for 2026-27

The board of trustees approved a 3.2% tuition increase for the upcoming academic year, in line with peer institutions.

Admissions

Acceptance Rate93.1%

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard / IPEDS.

Admissions Intel

Acceptance Rate

93.1%

Trend

Yield Rate

35.0%

Cost & Financial Aid

Sticker Price

Tuition$32,794
Room & Board$10,238
Books & Supplies$768
Total Cost of Attendance$44,163
Average Net Price$16,722
Median Debt at Graduation$27,000
Monthly Payment (10yr)$286

Net Price by Family Income

$0–30K$15,889
$30–48K$15,885
$48–75K$19,307
$75–110K$17,449
$110K+$17,577

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Net price reflects most recent cohort of federally-aided undergraduates.

Debt & Aid Detail

Net Price Trend

Tuition Trend

Graduate w/ Zero Debt

40.9%

Avg Tuition Increase

3.2%/yr

Median Debt at Grad

$22,000

Campus Safety

Total Incidents (2024)

4

Peer Average

3

3-Year Trend

Emergency System

Campus security, emergency notification system

Incident Breakdown (2024)

1

Burglary

0

Aggravated Assault

0

Robbery

0

Motor Vehicle Theft

1

Sex Offenses

0

Arson

1

Drug Arrests

1

Liquor Arrests

Source: U.S. Department of Education Campus Safety & Security data (Clery Act, 2024 reporting year).

Programs (63)

Student Life

Student Satisfaction

Retention Rate

79%

Negative
  • 79% first-year retention rate
  • Active student organizations
  • Engaged campus community

Mental Health Services

Counselor Ratio

1:350

24/7 Crisis Line

Yes

Free Sessions

12 per year

Avg Wait

5 days

Walk-in hours available weekdays

Disability Services

Dedicated OfficeOffice of Disability Services
Extended test timeNote-taking assistanceHousing accommodationsAccessible transportation

ADA-compliant campus with ongoing accessibility improvements

Dining

Rating

★★★★☆

Score

4/5

Meal Plan

$6,200/yr

VegetarianVeganGluten-freeHalalKosher

Multiple dining halls with farm-to-table options

Student Body

Undergrads
724
Gender Split
99% / 1%
Women / Men
First Generation
44%
Pell Grant Recipients
49%

Race & Ethnicity

White 31%
Black 16%
Hispanic 41%
Asian 4%
Two+ 5%
Int'l 1%

Outcomes

4-Year Graduation Rate50.5%
Freshman Retention78.6%

Median Earnings After Graduation

6 Years$51,755
10 Years$53,145

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Earnings reflect federally-aided students 6 and 10 years after entry.

Rankings

U.S. News
#45
2
vs 2024
Forbes
#52
1
vs 2024
Niche
#38
3
vs 2024

More About This School

History & Fun Facts

  • Joseph's Normal School, Alverno became Alverno Teachers College in 1936.
  • Brown was selected as the college's ninth president on April 19, 2023.

Source: Wikipedia

Location & Lifestyle

Cost of Living

112Above Average

Housing and food costs are higher than national average

Climate (School Year)

68°
Sep
55°
Oct
42°
Nov
30°
Dec
25°
Jan
28°
Feb
38°
Mar
50°
Apr
62°
May
Snowfall: 48"Sunny days: 200Rainy days: 120

Nearest Cities

Bostonpop. 675,647
90 miles(95 min)
Hartfordpop. 121,054
60 miles(70 min)

Transit Scores

BikeableCampus shuttle: Free campus shuttle runs 7am-midnight
72
Walk Score
45
Transit Score
68
Bike Score

Local Economy

Unemployment Rate3.2%
Top Employers
UniversityRegional Medical CenterTech corridor firms
Key Industries
EducationHealthcareTechnology

Getting There

Nearest Airports

MKE Milwaukee4 mi
ORD Chicago O'Hare70 mi
DTW Detroit240 mi

Distance to Cities

Boston, MA858 mi · ~24h 47m drive
New York, NY734 mi · ~21h 12m drive
Hartford, CT784 mi · ~22h 39m drive
Providence, RI847 mi · ~24h 28m drive
Albany, NY720 mi · ~20h 48m drive
Syracuse, NY597 mi · ~17h 15m drive
Rochester, NY523 mi · ~15h 7m drive
Buffalo, NY459 mi · ~13h 16m drive
Philadelphia, PA694 mi · ~20h 3m drive
Pittsburgh, PA447 mi · ~12h 55m drive
Harrisburg, PA601 mi · ~17h 22m drive
Newark, NJ726 mi · ~20h 58m drive
Washington, DC635 mi · ~18h 21m drive
Baltimore, MD643 mi · ~18h 35m drive
Atlanta, GA667 mi · ~19h 16m drive
Charlotte, NC657 mi · ~18h 59m drive
Raleigh, NC703 mi · ~20h 19m drive
Miami, FL1268 mi · ~36h 38m drive
Orlando, FL1063 mi · ~30h 43m drive
Tampa, FL1083 mi · ~31h 17m drive
Nashville, TN475 mi · ~13h 43m drive
New Orleans, LA908 mi · ~26h 14m drive
Richmond, VA670 mi · ~19h 21m drive
Chicago, IL78 mi · ~2h 15m drive
Detroit, MI254 mi · ~7h 20m drive
Minneapolis, MN297 mi · ~8h 35m drive
St. Louis, MO323 mi · ~9h 20m drive
Kansas City, MO437 mi · ~12h 37m drive
Indianapolis, IN241 mi · ~6h 58m drive
Columbus, OH331 mi · ~9h 34m drive
Cleveland, OH337 mi · ~9h 44m drive
Milwaukee, WI5 mi · ~9 min drive
Dallas, TX853 mi · ~24h 39m drive
Houston, TX1001 mi · ~28h 55m drive
Austin, TX1031 mi · ~29h 47m drive
San Antonio, TX1103 mi · ~31h 52m drive
Los Angeles, CA1738 mi · ~50h 13m drive
San Francisco, CA1835 mi · ~53h 1m drive
San Diego, CA1732 mi · ~50h 2m drive
Seattle, WA1686 mi · ~48h 42m drive
Portland, OR1713 mi · ~49h 29m drive
Denver, CO909 mi · ~26h 16m drive
Phoenix, AZ1458 mi · ~42h 7m drive
Salt Lake City, UT1236 mi · ~35h 42m drive
Honolulu, HI4227 mi · ~122h 7m drive
Upper Midwest / Northeast (cold winters, warm summers)

Visit Planning

Suggested Itinerary

9:00 AMArrive & park
Visitor parking lot
Free parking with visitor pass
9:30 AMCheck in at Admissions
Admissions Office
10:00 AMInformation session
Welcome Center
45 minutes
11:00 AMCampus tour
Starts at Welcome Center
75 minutes, student-led
12:30 PMLunch
Main Dining Hall
Visitor meal passes available
1:30 PMDepartment visit
Academic buildings
Schedule with department directly
2:30 PMExplore campus independently
Library, student center, residence halls

Airport Transit

Milwaukee (MKE)4 miles
Rental car
6 min$40-60/day
Shuttle/rideshare
8 min$5-8
Chicago O'Hare (ORD)70 miles
Rental car
105 min$40-60/day
Shuttle/rideshare
140 min$84-140

Deadline Calendar

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