Alvernia University is a private, Franciscan university located in Reading, Pennsylvania. Founded by the Franciscan Friars in 1958, Alvernia University is dedicated to academic excellence and community service. Alvernia offers more than 40 undergraduate majors and five master’s degree programs in seven academic schools. The university is situated on a 136-acre suburban campus, offering students a wide variety of cultural and recreational activities, including several athletic teams. With a focus on preparing students for success after college, Alvernia provides a well-rounded educational experience and a strong commitment to service. Through its strong foundation of academics and diverse student organizations, Alvernia has created a supportive and inclusive environment where learning, collaboration, and personal growth is encouraged.
- Address: 400 Saint Bernardine St, Reading, PA 19607-1799
- Phone: (610) 796-8200
- Website: https://www.alvernia.edu/
- Type: Private not-for-profit, 4-year
- Student Population: 2,560
- Student-to-Faculty Ratio: 14 to 1
- Calendar System: Semester
- Application Fee: $-
- Selectivity: Somewhat Selective
Cost
| Tuition and Fees | $38,030 |
| Books and Supplies | $1,500 |
| Room & Board | $5,100 |
| Other | $3,600 |
| Total Cost | $48,230 |
Admissions
- Acceptance Rate: 70%
- SAT Range: 0 – 0
- ACT Range: 0 – 0
Majors
- Health Professions and Related Clinical Sciences, Other
- Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse
- Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, General
- Criminal Justice/Law Enforcement Administration
- Substance Abuse/Addiction Counseling
EnrollmentAttendance Status
- Full-time: 81%
- Part-time: 19%
Student Gender
- Male: 31%
- Female: 69%
Student Race/Ethnicity
- American Indian or Alaskan: 0%
- Asian: 2%
- Black or African American: 12%
- Hispanic / Latino: 12%
- Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander: 0%
- White: 66%
- Two or More Races: 3%
- Unknown: 4%
- Non-resident Alien: 2%
Student Age
- 24 and Under: 91%
- 25 and Over: 9%
- Age Unknown: 0%
Student Residence
- In-State: 69%
- Out-of-State: 31%
- Unknown: 0%