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Colleges / Alverno College

Alverno College

Milwaukee, WI 4-Year Private
Acceptance Rate90%

Alverno College Admissions

It is moderately difficult to get into Alverno College. The college admitted 90% of all applicants in 2022. Out of 652 applications received in 2023, 586 students were offered admission.

If you want to apply to Alverno College, there is no application fee, which means it is free to apply.

Alverno College Admissions Stats at a Glance

Here is an overiew of some of Alverno College's admissions stats.

Alverno College 2023 Admissions Statistics
Mean Unweighted GPA 3.2
Admissions Test Policy Not optional
Waitlist No

Alverno College Application Deadlines

These are the application deadlines for Alverno College.

Application Type Offered Application Deadline Notification Deadline
Early Decision I No
Early Decision II
Early Action No

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Alverno College does not offer early decision or early action.

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Transferring to Alverno College

It is moderately difficult to be admitted as a transfer student.

For Students Waitlisted to Alverno College

Alverno College has not reported data for waitlisted and admitted students.

What's Most Important for Getting Into Alverno College?

Colleges consider a range of factors when choosing who to admit for their next incoming class. Each college determines which factors are are most important in the admissions process. When assembling your list of schools to apply to, you may want to consider your strengths and any possible weaknesses in your application, and choose schools that put the most emphasis on the areas where you're strong.

Admissions Factors at Alverno College

What does Alverno College consider during the admissions process? Take a look at the list below to see which factors are most important during the admissions process.

Admissions Factor Level
Academic GPA Very Important
Rigor of Secondary School Record Important
Character/Personal Qualities Considered
Application Essay Considered
Extracurricular Activities Considered
Interview Considered
Recommendation(s) Considered
Talent/Ability Considered
Volunteer Work Considered
Work Experience Considered
Level of Applicant's Interest Considered

Make sure to check with Alverno College for more information on admission factors.

Alverno College Application Requirements

To apply to Alverno College, all applicants must submit the following items. Check with Alverno College's admissions department to confirm all application materials and requirements.

Area Required Recommended Required for Some Details (If Any)
Minimum High School GPA (On 4.0 Scale) 2
Interview
Written Essay or Personal Statement
Other Requirements minimum 2.0 college GPA
Transcript of High School Record

GPA and Testing


What GPA Do I Need To Get Into Alverno College?

Students admitted to Alverno College have an average unweighted GPA of 3.2.

About GPAs

Your high school grade point average (GPA) is a number that reflects your high school academic performance. A weighted GPA or an unweighted GPA are the two possible GPA scores considered by colleges.

An unweighted GPA is an average of your scores from each class on a four-point scale. Unweighted GPAs range from 4.0 to under 1.0. A weighted GPA considers your average grade and the difficulty of your classes. A weighted GPA boosts your average by adding extra points for honors or Advanced Placement courses.

Standardized Test Scores

Alverno College does not have a test optional admissions policy. Test optional schools allow students to choose if they want to submit ACT or SAT scores with their applications or not.

More Information on Transferring to Alverno College

For transfer students, it is moderately difficult to get admitted to Alverno College. Transfer applications are processed on a on a rolling basis as they are received.

Transfer students can enroll in Alverno College during the following terms:

• Fall Term

• Winter Term

• Spring Term

• Winter Term

• Summer Term


Alverno College Admissions FAQs


Can I defer my acceptance to Alverno College?

✅ Yes, admitted students can defer their admission to Alverno College.

Does Alverno College accept transfer credits?

✅ Alverno College accepts eligible transfer credits from accredited institutions. Alverno College accepts:

• CLEP subject tests • DSST/DANTES

Does Alverno College accept Advanced Placement (AP) or International Baccalaureate (IB) credits?

✅ Alverno College accepts International Baccalaureate credits (IB) credits.

Do I have to submit test scores to Alverno College?

✅ Alverno College is not test optional.

What is Alverno College's acceptance rate?

✅ Alverno College has an acceptance rate of 90%.

What is the early decision acceptance rate at Alverno College?

❌ Alverno College does not offer early decision.

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Alverno College Admissions Requirements

Admission Difficulty

Somewhat Selective

90%

How hard is it to get into Alverno College? Alverno College is a somewhat selective institution. The Alverno College acceptance rate is 90%. This means that the institution accepts 89 out of every 100 applicants.

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Alverno College Application Deadline

First-Year Applications are Due

Continuous processing

Transfer Applications are Due

Continuous processing

The deadline for Fall first-year applications to Alverno College is Continuous processing.

The deadline for Fall transfer applications to Alverno College is Continuous processing.

Check the school website for more information about deadlines for specific programs or special admissions programs

Alverno College SAT Scores

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Composite SAT Range

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Math SAT Range

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Reading SAT Range

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Alverno College GPA

Avg. High School GPA (non-weighted)

3.21

GPA Needed to Get Accepted

At Alverno College, the average unweighted high-school GPA for admitted students is 3.21. This is the average, which means that some applicants submit GPAs lower than this and some applicants submit GPAs above this level. If your GPA falls below the average, strong test scores or other qualifications may help you make you a more competitive applicant.

Data Source: IPEDs and Peterson's Databases © 2022 Peterson's LLC All rights reserved

Quick Facts

Total Enrollment

1,596

Campus Setting

Urban

Acceptance Rate

90%

Tuition and Fees

In State

$32,794

Out-of-State

$32,794

Fall Freshmen
Application Deadline

Continuous processing
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