Alvernia University Acceptance Rate & Tuition (2026)
Alvernia University is a private research university in Reading, Pennsylvania, enrolling about 2,152 students. Admission is moderately selective for first-time degree-seeking undergraduates reporting admissions data to the Education Department. The acceptance rate is about 58.06% in the latest College Scorecard admissions data. Median earnings about ten years after entry reach about $55,055 among students who received federal aid.
Key Facts
- 2024 Undergraduate Tuition: $45,000
- 2024 Average Net Price: $28,138 After Financial Aid
- 2024 Acceptance Rate: 58.06% Moderate Selectivity
- 2024 Enrolled Students: 2,152 80.6% Full-Time
- 2024 Graduation Rate: 55.53%
- Carnegie Classification: Doctoral/Professional Universities
- First-Generation Students: 45.0%
- Tuition trend: In-state tuition increase of 5.1% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Net price trend: Average net price decrease of 5.2% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Full-Time Faculty: 100.0%
- Average SAT Score: 1170
- Undergraduate Enrollment: 2,638
- Applicants (IPEDS): 5,491
- Room & Board: $15,460 annual estimate
Alvernia University: what the data shows
Common questions about Alvernia University, answered from College Scorecard and IPEDS in this repository.
Where is Alvernia University?
Alvernia University is located in Reading, PA (ZIP 19607-1799).
NCES locale classification: Town.
Is Alvernia University public or private?
Alvernia University is a Private Non-profit institution.
How much does Alvernia University cost?
Published tuition: $45,000.
Average net price after aid: $28,138.
| Family income band | Avg. net price |
|---|---|
| Family income $0–$30,000 | $23,436 |
| $30,001–$48,000 | $23,701 |
| $48,001–$75,000 | $24,131 |
| $75,001–$110,000 | $28,016 |
| $110,001+ | $32,152 |
Sticker tuition × four years (estimate, no room/board): $180,000.
How hard is it to get into Alvernia University?
Admission rate: 58.06%.
Among enrollees who submitted scores: average SAT 1170.
Scorecard does not publish admitted-student GPA for most institutions.
How big is Alvernia University?
Total enrollment: 2,152 students.
Undergraduate enrollment: 2,638 students.
Graduate enrollment: 604 students.
About 81% enroll full-time in our extract.
What is the graduation rate at Alvernia University?
150%-time completion rate: 55.53%.
First-year retention: 72.0%.
What do graduates of Alvernia University earn?
Median earnings: $49,938 six years after entry; $55,055 ten years after entry (College Scorecard).
How much debt do students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers: $27,000.
36.24% of students receive Pell grants.
What is Alvernia University known for?
Largest IPEDS program completions at this institution:
- Health Professions and Related Programs (99 completions)
- Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse (70 completions)
- Occupational Therapy/Therapist (51 completions)
- Health Professions and Related Clinical Sciences, Other (33 completions)
- Non-Profit/Public/Organizational Management (29 completions)
- Criminal Justice/Law Enforcement Administration (27 completions)
- Physical Therapy/Therapist (27 completions)
- Business Administration and Management, General (26 completions)
- Social Work (19 completions)
- Special Education and Teaching, Other (18 completions)
See ROI & Programs for more.
Is Alvernia University a good school?
We do not score schools on opinion. Federal data in our extract show admission rate 58.06%; completion rate 55.53%; median earnings $55,055 at 10 years; net price $28,138. Compare these figures to your cost, aid, and career goals.
Tuition & Cost
Tuition Costs
$45,000
2024 Undergraduate Tuition
In 2024, the cost of tuition at Alvernia University was $45,000.
Tuition comparison with similar institutions.
Average Net Price
$28,138
2024 Value
In 2024 Alvernia University had an average net price — the price paid after factoring in grants and loans — of $28,138.
Average net price comparison with similar institutions.
Total Cost of Attendance
$112,552 Estimated 4-Year Total Cost
$28,138 Average Annual Net Price (after aid)
$180,000 4-Year Tuition
$15,460 Room & Board (annual, on-campus estimate)
$1,000 Books & Supplies (annual estimate)
$61,460 Estimated Annual Sticker (tuition + room/board + books)
$245,840 Estimated 4-Year Sticker (before aid)
4-year total cost breakdown for Alvernia University.
Financial Aid by Income Level
36.24% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Grants
82.54% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Loans
Financial aid distribution by income level.
Student Loan Default Rate
0.00%
3-year cohort default rate (College Scorecard)
The published 3-year cohort default rate for borrowers at Alvernia University was 0.00%.
Cohort default rates account for borrowers who default in the first three years.
Tuition tracker
Published tuition and average net price by reporting year come from the College Scorecard institution file. Values are not adjusted for inflation; missing cells mean the field was not reported or was suppressed for Alvernia University in that year.
Reporting years in the table below: 2013–2023 (Scorecard labels refer to the institutional submission cycle).
| Year | In-state tuition & fees | Out-of-state tuition & fees | Average net price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | $29,060 | $29,060 | $26,227 |
| 2014 | $30,080 | $30,080 | $26,975 |
| 2015 | $31,100 | $31,100 | $24,270 |
| 2016 | $32,270 | $32,270 | $25,398 |
| 2017 | $33,640 | $33,640 | $26,359 |
| 2018 | $34,900 | $34,900 | $27,362 |
| 2019 | $36,350 | $36,350 | $27,851 |
| 2020 | $38,030 | $38,030 | $30,641 |
| 2021 | $39,280 | $39,280 | $26,771 |
| 2022 | $40,750 | $40,750 | $29,881 |
| 2023 | $42,810 | $42,810 | $28,329 |
Sticker tuition and net price over time
Where the institution reported separate in-state and out-of-state tuition, both appear. Gaps mean the value was not reported for that year.
College Scorecard reporting-year fields (not inflation-adjusted).
Net price by family income
Brackets follow Scorecard definitions for the series shown (public vs private institution).
Latest income-band net prices available in the processed extract.
Acceptance Rate & Admissions
Acceptance Rate
58.06% Acceptance Rate
5,491 Total Applicants
3,422 Students Admitted
414 First-Time Students Enrolled
12.10% Yield (enrolled ÷ admitted)
This institution is selective, accepting about half of all applicants.
Acceptance rate compared to national average.
Test Scores
SAT Average: 1170
Average SAT and ACT scores for admitted students.
Academic Requirements
Estimated GPA Range: 3.0 - 3.4
Estimated Median GPA: 3.20
Note: GPA requirements are estimated based on admission selectivity and test scores. Actual requirements may vary.
Estimated GPA and test score ranges.
Enrollment & Student Demographics
Alvernia University reported total enrollment of about 2,152 students in the latest College Scorecard extract. The student body is about 36% male and 64% female. Enrollment by race and ethnicity includes White (60.7%), Hispanic or Latino (17.1%), and Black or African American (10.8%). About 36.24% of undergraduates receive Pell Grants. Roughly 45.0% of students are first-generation college students.
Full-Time vs Part-Time Enrollment
80.6% Full-Time Enrollment
The total enrollment at Alvernia University in 2024 is 2,152 students.
Undergraduate enrollment is about 2,638 students. Graduate enrollment is about 604 students.
Full-time vs part-time enrollment comparison.
Retention Rate over Time
72.0%
2024 Retention Rate
Retention rate measures the number of first-time students who began their studies the previous fall and returned to school the following fall.
Retention rate over time compared to similar institutions.
Enrollment by Race & Ethnicity
The largest enrollment share in our College Scorecard extract is White at 60.7%.
Shares are for total enrollment (undergraduate and graduate combined when reported).
College Scorecard student demographics.
Graduates & Outcomes
Time to Complete
39.17% 100% Completion Time
55.53% 150% Completion Time
In 2024, 39.17% of students graduating from Alvernia University completed their program within 100% "normal time".
Completion rates over time compared to similar institutions.
Completions by Sex (Top Programs)
- Health Professions and Related Programs: 23% male / 77% female
- Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse: 11% male / 89% female
- Occupational Therapy/Therapist: 10% male / 90% female
IPEDS completions by sex for the five largest programs (aggregate CIPs excluded).
Completions by Race & Ethnicity
Combined IPEDS award counts across reported programs; largest group: White.
Summed across program completion records in our extract.
ROI & Programs
Financial value and program information for Alvernia University.
Return on Investment
$27,000 Median Student Debt
$55,055 Median Annual Earnings (10 years)
49.04% Debt-to-Earnings Ratio
389.15% Return on Investment
4.9 years Estimated Payback Period
Financial value analysis for Alvernia University.
Top Programs by Completions
10 largest programs by IPEDS completions (of 51 reported codes; aggregate/unknown CIP buckets excluded).
1. Health Professions and Related Programs: 99 completions
2. Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse: 70 completions
3. Occupational Therapy/Therapist: 51 completions
4. Health Professions and Related Clinical Sciences, Other: 33 completions
5. Non-Profit/Public/Organizational Management: 29 completions
6. Criminal Justice/Law Enforcement Administration: 27 completions
7. Physical Therapy/Therapist: 27 completions
8. Business Administration and Management, General: 26 completions
9. Social Work: 19 completions
Most popular programs at Alvernia University.
Employment Outcomes
Employment outcome data is not available for this institution.
Earnings outcomes for Alvernia University graduates.
Operations
Instructional staffing and expenditure indicators for Alvernia University from College Scorecard (not a full IPEDS finance statement).
Instructional Resources
- Full-time faculty share: 100.0%
- Average faculty salary (Scorecard): $8,028
- Instructional expenditure per FTE: $8,245
Endowment and detailed non-instructional staff counts require IPEDS Finance/HR surveys and are not in this extract.
Scorecard instructional metrics where reported.
About
Alvernia University is a private non-profit institution located in Reading, PA, classified as Doctoral/Professional Universities. In the latest IPEDS completions in our extract, the largest programs by awards were Health Professions and Related Programs, Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Occupational Therapy/Therapist. Enrollment is approximately 2,152 students. Student body composition includes White (60.7%), Hispanic or Latino (17.1%), Black or African American (10.8%). The admission rate is 58.06%. Average SAT scores for admitted students are 1170. The 150%-time completion rate is 55.53%. Approximately 36.24% of students receive Pell Grants. About 45.0% of students are first-generation college students.
Institution Type
Private Non-profit
Carnegie Classification: Doctoral/Professional Universities
Location
Reading, PA 19607-1799
Region: Mid East
Insights and Analysis
Diverse Program Offerings: With over 51 distinct degree programs, Alvernia University provides students with a wide range of academic options. This diversity allows students to explore various fields and find programs that align with their interests and career goals.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Alvernia University located?
Alvernia University is located in Reading, PA.
What is Alvernia University's acceptance rate?
The acceptance rate at Alvernia University is 58.1% among first-time degree-seeking students reporting admissions data. IPEDS reports 5,491 applicants and 3,422 admits in the latest admissions cycle in our extract.
How much does Alvernia University cost?
Reported tuition is $45,000 and average net price is $28,138 in the latest College Scorecard data. On-campus room and board is estimated at $15,460 annually.
What is the student body demographics at Alvernia University?
Alvernia University reports undergraduate enrollment of about 2,638 students, White (60.7%), Hispanic or Latino (17.1%) in federal College Scorecard data.
How many first-generation students attend Alvernia University?
About 45.0% of students at Alvernia University are first-generation college students.
What test scores do students need for Alvernia University?
Among enrolled students who submitted scores, Alvernia University reports midpoint SAT about 1170.
What do graduates of Alvernia University earn?
Median earnings are $49,938 six years after entry and $55,055 ten years after entry.
What is the graduation rate at Alvernia University?
The 150%-time completion rate is 55.5% for the cohort reported to the College Scorecard.
How much debt do Alvernia University students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers is $27,000.
Is Alvernia University public or private?
Alvernia University is a private nonprofit institution located in Reading, PA.
Is Alvernia University an HBCU?
No. Alvernia University is not flagged as an HBCU in the IPEDS institutional directory.
Is Alvernia University a tribal college?
No. Alvernia University is not flagged as a tribal college in IPEDS.
Data Sources
This page uses data from the following sources:
- College Scorecard - U.S. Department of Education
- Institutional characteristics, costs, completion rates, and earnings data
- Data years: 2015-2024
- Source: collegescorecard.ed.gov
- Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS)
- Employment and wage data by occupation
- Latest data: May 2024
- Source: bls.gov/oes
- O*NET Online - U.S. Department of Labor
- Occupational skills, knowledge, abilities, and work activities
- Database version: 28.0 (August 2023)
- Source: onetcenter.org
- IPEDS (Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System) - National Center for Education Statistics
- Institutional data, completions, enrollment, and financial aid
- Data years: 2015-2024
- Source: nces.ed.gov/ipeds
- Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS)
- Demographic and workforce data
- Latest data: 2023 ACS 5-Year Estimates
- Source: census.gov/acs
- Related geography & profiles
- Pennsylvania college costs
- Pennsylvania colleges by ROI
- Reading, Pennsylvania city profile
- Mid East regional profile
- All state profiles
- Regional profiles
- National benchmarks
- School directory
- All schools in Pennsylvania
Data Processing: All data has been processed, cleaned, and aggregated for presentation. Where specific data points are unavailable, estimates are based on available data and clearly marked.
Last Updated: Data reflects the most recent available information as of January 2025.
Methodology
Data for this profile is sourced from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard dataset, which provides comprehensive information on institutions of higher education in the United States.
All financial figures are adjusted for inflation and represent the most recent available data. Graduation rates and completion times are calculated according to federal standards.