Alvernia University

Alvernia University requires at least 123 credits to graduate with a bachelor's degree.

If students would like to graduate in less time than normal, they can choose the accelerated degree program. Alvernia University accepts transfer credits. The school accepts AP credit and IB credits. Additionally, Alvernia University has a summer session, so students can earn credits during the summer.

NOTE: Around 61% of students who start college at Alvernia University graduate within six years.

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Academic Options	Yes	No	Note
Accelerated Degree Program	√	–	–
Transfer Credits Accepted	√	–	–
AP Credit Accepted	√	–	–
IB Credits Accepted	√	–	–
Summer Classes Available	√	–	–
New Student Orientation	√	–	–

Reminder: Alvernia University may have additional academic options available for new and transfering students. Make sure to check with the universty directly for any additional information.

Which Courses Will I Take At Alvernia University?

Alvernia University has a core curriculum, which means there are certain classes or types of classes all students must take to graduate.

Students are required to fulfill a language requirement as well as a math and science requirement.

Students are not required to take a computer class to graduate.

Course	Required?
2nd Language	Yes
Math	Yes
Science	Yes
Computer	No

Reminder: Check with Alvernia University directly for more information on requirements. Individual departments or majors may have additional required courses.

Majors at Alvernia University

When choosing a major, Alvernia University students have several choices to make. Scroll down to the bottom of this page to see a full list of majors offered at Alvernia University.Alvernia University allows students to design their own major, if desired. If students would like to study something that is not offered as an official major, designing their own major is a great alternative. Alvernia University false.Alvernia University offers students the option to double major, if they would like. Student struggling to choose just one area of study may consider a double major.

NOTE: Double majoring may mean taking more courses, but it can provide a unique combination of experience that helps students stand out when job searching or applying to a graduate program.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Alvernia University

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Does Alvernia University Offer Learning Disability Services?

🟨 Check with Alvernia University directly for information on any possible available services for students with disabilities.

Does Alvernia University Offer Online Classes?

✅ Alvernia University true for students who are interested in taking classes online.

Does Alvernia University Give Credit for AP Classes?

✅ Alvernia University true Schools have different requirements for what AP scores they accept, so some students may not receive AP credit.

Does Alvernia University Have An Honors Program?

🟨 To learn more about any possible honors programs at Alvernia University, check with the school directly. Students must complete a senior project if they are in the Honors Program at Alvernia University.

Does Alvernia University Require Internships?

🟨 Alvernia University does not require an internship for all students, but does require an internship for students in some majors. Students can look for internships during the summer, or gain work experience with a part-time job.

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Additional Information About Alvernia University

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Alvernia University Library

The main library on campus is the Dr. Frank A. Franco Library Learning Center.

Dual Degree Programs at Alvernia University

A dual degree program allows a student to study and earn two degrees at the same time. A 3-2 dual degree program is a five-year program wherein the first three years are spend taking undergraduate courses and the final two years are spent taking graduate courses. Upon completion of the 5 years, the student will be awarded two degrees, a bachelor's degree and a master's degree.

Alvernia University offers these dual degree programs:

ROTC

What is ROTC?

The Reserve Officers' Training Corps, which is also commonly known as ROTC, is a leadership program that prepares students to serve in the U.S. Armed Forces after graduation. College level ROTC programs prepare students to become officers in the military through physical, academic, and leadership training. ROTC programs are part of the college curriculum and usually cover the cost of tuition.

Does Alvernia University have any ROTC programs?

Each branch of the miltary has its own ROTC program, but not every program is available at every college. Possible programs include Army ROTC, Air Force ROTC, and Navy ROTC.

Alvernia University has an Army ROTC program.

Some ROTC programs are provided directly on campus and others are hosted at a cooperating instiution off campus. The ROTC program locations at Alvernia University include:

•an Army ROTC branch unit hosted at a cooperating instution off campus

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