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Alvernia University
Reading,
PA
•4-Year Private•
Acceptance Rate70%
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About Alvernia University
Alvernia University is a private, religious university in the suburb of Reading, Pennsylvania. Alvernia University was founded in 1958. The university enrolls around 2,560 students a year, including 2,045 undergrads.
Alvernia University Acceptance Rate 2017
It is moderately difficult to get into Alvernia University. Alvernia University admitted 70% of all applicants in 2017. In 2017, 2,579 out of 3,683 total applicants were accepted.
| Alvernia University Admissions Facts At-A-Glance | |
|---|---|
| Overall Acceptance Rate | 70% |
| Early Decision Acceptance Rate | ED not offered |
| Early Action Acceptance Rate | EA not offered |
| Average GPA | 3.4 |
| Test Optional | Yes |
| Applicants Submitting SAT scores | 86% |
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Alvernia University is located in the town of Reading, Pennsylvania, in the suburbs of Philadelphia.
If you are interested in seeing Alvernia University for yourself, plan a visit. The best way to reach campus is to take Interstate 76 to Reading, or book a flight to the nearest airport, Reading Municipal.
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College Info
Alvernia University Application Deadline
First-Year Applications are Due
Continuous processing
Transfer Applications are Due
Continuous processing
The deadline for Fall first-year applications to Alvernia University is Continuous processing.
The deadline for Fall transfer applications to Alvernia University is Continuous processing.
Check the school website for more information about deadlines for specific programs or special admissions programs
Alvernia University SAT Scores
Composite SAT Range
950 - 1110
Math SAT Range
470 - 560
Reading SAT Range
470 - 570
Alvernia University Tuition & Fees
Tuition & Fees
$56,480
In State$56,480
Out-of-State
Cost Breakdown
In State
Out-of-State
State Tuition
$39,100
$39,100
Fees
$1,850
$1,850
Housing
$14,030
$14,030
Books
$1,500
$1,500
Student Life
Wondering what life at Alvernia University is like? There are approximately 2,560 students enrolled at Alvernia University, including 2,045 undergraduate students and 515 graduate students. 81% percent of students attend school full-time, 70% percent are from PA and 30% percent of students are from other states.
81%
Full Time19%
Part Time70%
In State30%
Out-of-StateData Source: IPEDs and Peterson's Databases © 2022 Peterson's LLC All rights reserved
Quick Facts
Total Enrollment
2,560
Campus Setting
Suburban
Acceptance Rate
70%
Fall Freshmen
Application Deadline
Continuous processing
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