Known for health sciences
Alvernia University is a private institution in Reading with particular strength in health sciences and business. With an average SAT of 1160, the school attracts a broad applicant pool.
A mid-sized campus of 2K undergraduates with a 12:1 student-faculty ratio. The urban location puts students at the center of city life.
58% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $55,055 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $28,329.
Established
1958
Motto
Latin: Doceat Christus vos facere.
Mascot
Golden Wolves
Type
Private university
Division
Division III
62%Acceptance
1160SAT Avg
2,042Students
12:1Student:Faculty
58%Grad Rate
$55,055Earnings 10yr
$28,329Net Price
Admissions
Acceptance Rate62.3%
SAT Score Ranges
Average: 1160
Reading & Writing
528620
Math
538633
Cost & Financial Aid
Sticker Price
Tuition$42,810
Room & Board$15,090
Books & Supplies$1,500
Total Cost of Attendance$54,650
Average Net Price$28,329
Median Debt at Graduation$27,000
Monthly Payment (10yr)$286
Net Price by Family Income
$0–30K$27,979
$30–48K$27,001
$48–75K$26,381
$75–110K$27,019
$110K+$30,036
Programs (60)
Student Body
Undergrads
2,042
Gender Split
63% / 37%
Women / Men
First Generation
45%
Pell Grant Recipients
34%
Race & Ethnicity
White 61%
Black 10%
Hispanic 15%
Asian 2%
Two+ 3%
Int'l 4%
Outcomes
4-Year Graduation Rate58.5%
Freshman Retention72.6%
Median Earnings After Graduation
6 Years$49,938
8 Years$53,927
10 Years$55,055
10-Year Earnings by Gender
Women
$45,200
Men
$51,600
More About This School
History & Fun Facts
Source: Wikipedia