Known for health sciences
Valparaiso University is a private institution in Valparaiso with particular strength in health sciences and engineering. With an average SAT of 1226, the school attracts a broad applicant pool.
A mid-sized campus of 2.2K undergraduates with a 11:1 student-faculty ratio. The suburban location offers a balance of campus life and nearby amenities.
67% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $63,191 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $21,583.
Established
1859
Motto
In luce tua videmus lucem
Type
Private university
Conference
four sports that the MVC does not sponsor
Division
Division I
92%Acceptance
1226SAT Avg
2,229Students
11:1Student:Faculty
67%Grad Rate
$63,191Earnings 10yr
$21,583Net Price
Admissions
Acceptance Rate92.2%
SAT Score Ranges
Average: 1226
Reading & Writing
540660
Math
540650
ACT Score Range
Composite
2530
Cost & Financial Aid
Sticker Price
Tuition$46,588
Room & Board$13,306
Books & Supplies$1,200
Total Cost of Attendance$57,393
Average Net Price$21,583
Median Debt at Graduation$26,942
Monthly Payment (10yr)$286
Net Price by Family Income
$0–30K$14,476
$30–48K$15,334
$48–75K$20,556
$75–110K$23,539
$110K+$26,871
Programs (130)
Student Body
Undergrads
2,229
Gender Split
58% / 42%
Women / Men
First Generation
29%
Pell Grant Recipients
26%
Race & Ethnicity
White 69%
Black 6%
Hispanic 11%
Asian 3%
Two+ 4%
Int'l 4%
Outcomes
4-Year Graduation Rate67.0%
Freshman Retention78.8%
Median Earnings After Graduation
6 Years$55,216
8 Years$59,972
10 Years$63,191
10-Year Earnings by Gender
Women
$46,800
Men
$63,000
More About This School
Varsity Sports — Beacons
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History & Fun Facts
Source: Wikipedia