Alverno College
Alverno College

Alverno College

Milwaukee, WI, USA
Private
4 Year

Overview

Chartered in 1887 by the School Sisters of St. Francis, Alverno College is a Catholic women’s college in Milwaukee. Alverno confers bachelor’s degrees in 35 academic majors and 27 minors. In addition, Alverno eliminates letter grades and provides feedback in the form of a narrative evaluation. Throughout the school year, Alverno’s campus ministry schedules a number of weekly events such as Midweek Meditation as well as the monthly St. Ben’s Meal Program.

Acceptance Rate:
90%
Average Net Price:
$20,080
Campus Setting:
Major city
Average GPA
3.2
Average ACT Composite
19
Average SAT Composite
910

Tuition, Cost & Aid

Affordability & Cost

Average Net Price
$20,080
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Tuition
In-State Tuition In-state tuition is the tuition charged by institutions to those students who meet the state's or institution's residency requirements. In-district tuition is the tuition charged by the institution to those students residing in the locality in which they attend school and may be a lower rate than in-state tuition if offered by the institution.
$32,794
Out-of-State Tuition Out-of-state tuition is the tuition charged by institutions to those students who do not meet the state’s or institution’s residency requirements. Out-of-district tuition is the tuition charged by the institution to those students not residing in the locality in which they attend school.
$32,794
Additional Costs
Room and Board The weighted average for room and board and other expenses is generated as follows:
  • (amount for on-campus room, board and other expenses * # of students living on-campus.
  • + amount for off-campus (with family) room, board and other expenses * # of students living off-campus with family
  • + amount for off-campus (not with family) room, board and other expenses * # of students living off-campus not with family)
divided by the total # of students. Students whose living arrangements are unknown are excluded from the calculation. For some institutions the # of students by living arrangement will be known, but dollar amounts will not be known. In this case the # of students with no corresponding dollar amount will be excluded from the denominator.
$10,238
Books and Supplies
$768
Average Net Price By Family Income
Income
Average Amount
< $30k
$15,564
$30k - $48k
$14,662
$48k - $75k
$16,852
$75k - $110k
$21,892
$110k+
$23,894
Financial Aid: visit page
Financial Aid Email: [email protected]

Aid & Grants

Students Receiving Gift Aid Percent of undergraduate students awarded federal gift aid. Federal gift aid includes any grant or scholarship aid awarded, from the federal government, a state or local government, the institution, and other sources known by the institution.
50%
Average Aid Per Year
$24,833
Students Receiving Grants Percent of undergraduate students awarded grant aid. Grant aid includes any grant or scholarship aid awarded, from the federal government, a state or local government, the institution, and other sources known by the institution.
50%
Average Federal Grant Aid Per Year
$5,600
Average Institution Grant Aid Per Year
$17,840

 

Students receiving state aid
73%
Average State Grant Aid Per Year
$3665
Students receiving federal aid
77%
Average Federal Grant Aid Per Year
$5,600
Average Grant & Scholarship By Family Income
Income
Average Amount
< $30k
$26,301
$30k - $48k
$26,185
$48k - $75k
$25,887
$75k - $110k
$22,288
$110k+
$18,073

Student Loans

Students Borrowing Loans Loans to students - Any monies that must be repaid to the lending institution for which the student is the designated borrower. Includes all Title IV subsidized and unsubsidized loans and all institutionally- and privately-sponsored loans. Does not include PLUS and other loans made directly to parents.
53%
Average Loan Amount Per Year
$5,451
Average Debt at Graduation The median federal debt of undergraduate borrowers who graduated. This figure includes only federal loans; it excludes private student loans and Parent PLUS loans.
$22,447
Median Monthly Loan Payment The median monthly loan payment for student borrowers who completed, if it were repaid over 10 years at a 5.05% interest rate.
$280
Students receiving federal loans
53%
Average Federal Loans Per Year
$5,106
Average Other Loans Per Year
$6,654

 

Admissions

Key Admissions Stats

Institution Type
Private
  • Not for Profit
  • Roman Catholic
  • Women’s College

Need Aware

This school may consider an applicant’s financial situation when deciding admission

Level of Institution
4 Year
Campus Setting
Major city
0
100
90%
Acceptance Rate
652
Students Applied
77%
Transfer Acceptance Rate
77
Transfer Students Admitted

Admissions Requirements

SAT
SAT is not checked
No
ACT
ACT is not checked
No
Transcript
Transcript is checked
Yes
Test Optional
Item is checked
Yes
SAT Subject Tests
Item is not checked
No
AP Course Credit
Item is checked
Yes
Dual Enrollment
Item is checked
Yes

Important Deadlines

Rolling Admissions

The college has rolling admissions, which means applications are accepted any time throughout the year.

Applications Accepted
Online Application
Online Application

Admitted Student Stats

In-State Students
87%
Out-Of-State Students
10%
Average ACT Composite: 19
0
36
Average SAT Composite: 910
0
1600
3.2
Average GPA
Students Enrolled By GPA

3.75+
12%
3.50 - 3.74
16%
3.25 - 3.49
14%
3.00 - 3.24
16%
2.50 - 2.99
29%
2.00 - 2.49
13%

Admissions Resources

Admissions: visit page
Admissions Email: [email protected]
Admissions Telephone: 800-933-3401
For International Student Services: visit page
For Students with Disabilities: visit page
For Veteran Services: visit page

Academics

Key Academic Stats

Highest Degree Offered
Doctorate
Total Number of Students
1,596
Total Number of Undergrads
788
0
100
22%
Graduate in 4 Years US National: 28%
0
100
43%
Graduate in 6 Years US National: 52%
Student:Faculty Ratio
8:1
US National: 21:1
Academic Calendar

Semester

Non Traditional Learning
  • Online Classes
  • Online Undergrad Degrees
  • Summer Sessions
  • Combined Institution Double Degree Programs
Learning Options
  • ROTC Air Force
  • Study Abroad
  • Honors Program
  • Teacher Certification Offered
Classroom Sizes

2-19 Students
84%
20-39 Students
15%
 

Degrees and Majors

MAJORS
64

Faculty Overview

Gender
Male
Female
Ethnicity

African American
White
Hispanic
Multi-Racial

Campus Life

Key Campus Stats

Student Gender
Male
Female
2%
98%
Residency
In-State Students
87%
Out-Of-State Students
10%
Size of Town
Major city
US States Represented
21
Countries Represented
3
Ethnicity
African American
17%
Asian/Pacific Islander
5%
Hispanic
38%
White
33%
Multiracial
4%
Unknown
2%
Percent of First Generation Students
44%
Student Organizations
30
LGBTQIA Student Resource Groups
Item is checked
Yes
On Campus Women's Center
Item is not checked
No
Cultural Student Resource Groups
Item is checked
Yes

Housing

0
100
17%
Undergrads Living on Campus
On-campus living required of freshman
No
Disability Housing Available
No
0
100
18%
Freshman Living on Campus

Athletics

Divisional Sports Nickname
Inferno
School Colors
red, white, and black
Varsity Athletics Association
NCAA
Varsity Athletics Conference Primary
Not applicable
Intramural Sports
7
Sports Club
1
Sports Team (Women)
  • Basketball
  • Cross Country
  • Golf
  • Soccer
  • Softball
  • Tennis
  • Volleyball
Alverno College Athletics: visit page

Campus Safety

24-HR security patrol
24-HR security patrol is checked
Yes
Campus emergency phones
Campus emergency phones is checked
Yes
24-HR escort safety rides
Item is checked
Yes
Mobile campus emergency alert
Item is checked
Yes

After Graduation

Post Grad Stats

Average Salary
6 years after graduation
$40,900
Top 5 Cities
Milwaukee
Chicago
Madison
Phoenix
Dallas
Top 5 Employers
Aurora Health Care
Alverno College
Milwaukee Public Schools
Northwestern Mutual
Froedtert Hospital
Top 5 Sectors
Healthcare Services
Education
Business Development
Operations
Community and Social Services
Average Debt at Graduation The median federal debt of undergraduate borrowers who graduated. This figure includes only federal loans; it excludes private student loans and Parent PLUS loans.
$22,447
Loan Default Rate
6%
National: 8%
Median Monthly Loan Payment The median monthly loan payment for student borrowers who completed, if it were repaid over 10 years at a 5.05% interest rate.
$280
They definitely challenge you & push you outside of your comfort zone! It may seem awkward at first, but I just finished my 1st semester here & I look back and realize how much I've grown already.
Ashleigh from Oak Creek, WI
I enjoy the small classrooms and the discussions we can have in them. Once you get to know everyone, talking in front of class and making speeches is easy to overcome. In my opinion now when I'm out in the real world talking I have a higher confidence. Another great aspect of Alverno is they allow to give yourself self assessments to compare them with your teacher. You learn what you can improve on and they are right by your side to help you!
Amanda from Oak Creek, WI
What I have heard about this school everybody tells me is a great college I want to apply here due to the fact that I know if i need help they will help me. This school will help me learn a lot. Thats why is teh school that is my first choice,
Dasmarie from Milwaukee, WI
Alverno College is not for the faint of heart. Alverno prepares you for your career, also known as your passion, alongside dedicated staff. Alverno College is great place to start your life long journey and learn how to do what you love.
Ashley from Milwaukee, WI
Alverno is an all female student college. It has a unique ability based curriculum. Alverno has very caring and accessible teachers and staff.
DMP
this is a great school for students who can adapt to an all women school. they are excellent for nursing majors. they do offer spacious and convenient dorms for those who want to stay on campus.
Nadine from Milwaukee, WI