Viterbo University Acceptance Rate & Tuition (2026)
Viterbo University is a private research university in La Crosse, Wisconsin, enrolling about 1,249 students. Admission is moderately selective for first-time degree-seeking undergraduates reporting admissions data to the Education Department. The acceptance rate is about 72.43% in the latest College Scorecard admissions data. Median earnings about ten years after entry reach about $55,660 among students who received federal aid.
Key Facts
- 2024 Undergraduate Tuition: $34,250
- 2024 Average Net Price: $21,260 After Financial Aid
- 2024 Acceptance Rate: 72.43% Moderate Selectivity
- 2024 Enrolled Students: 1,249 83.4% Full-Time
- 2024 Graduation Rate: 68.38%
- Carnegie Classification: Master's Colleges and Universities: Medium Programs
- First-Generation Students: 28.2%
- Tuition trend: In-state tuition increase of 3.9% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Net price trend: Average net price increase of 0.4% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Full-Time Faculty: 43.6%
- Average SAT Score: 1190
- Undergraduate Enrollment: 1,471
- Applicants (IPEDS): 1,399
- Room & Board: $11,320 annual estimate
Viterbo University: what the data shows
Common questions about Viterbo University, answered from College Scorecard and IPEDS in this repository.
Where is Viterbo University?
Viterbo University is located in La Crosse, WI (ZIP 54601-8804).
NCES locale classification: Town.
Is Viterbo University public or private?
Viterbo University is a Private Non-profit institution.
How much does Viterbo University cost?
Published tuition: $34,250.
Average net price after aid: $21,260.
| Family income band | Avg. net price |
|---|---|
| Family income $0–$30,000 | $13,657 |
| $30,001–$48,000 | $16,927 |
| $48,001–$75,000 | $16,463 |
| $75,001–$110,000 | $20,847 |
| $110,001+ | $26,365 |
Sticker tuition × four years (estimate, no room/board): $137,000.
How hard is it to get into Viterbo University?
Admission rate: 72.43%.
Among enrollees who submitted scores: average SAT 1190 and midpoint ACT 23.
Scorecard does not publish admitted-student GPA for most institutions.
How big is Viterbo University?
Total enrollment: 1,249 students.
Undergraduate enrollment: 1,471 students.
Graduate enrollment: 795 students.
About 83% enroll full-time in our extract.
What is the graduation rate at Viterbo University?
150%-time completion rate: 68.38%.
First-year retention: 76.2%.
What do graduates of Viterbo University earn?
Median earnings: $56,804 six years after entry; $55,660 ten years after entry (College Scorecard).
How much debt do students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers: $25,000.
26.26% of students receive Pell grants.
What is Viterbo University known for?
Largest IPEDS program completions at this institution:
- Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse (171 completions)
- Reading Teacher Education (159 completions)
- Educational Leadership and Administration, General (141 completions)
- Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods, Other (77 completions)
- Business Administration and Management, General (54 completions)
- Elementary Education and Teaching (37 completions)
- Dietetics/Dietitian (30 completions)
- Special Education and Teaching, General (28 completions)
- Musical Theatre (23 completions)
- Theological and Ministerial Studies, Other (20 completions)
See ROI & Programs for more.
Is Viterbo University a good school?
We do not score schools on opinion. Federal data in our extract show admission rate 72.43%; completion rate 68.38%; median earnings $55,660 at 10 years; net price $21,260. Compare these figures to your cost, aid, and career goals.
Tuition & Cost
Tuition Costs
$34,250
2024 Undergraduate Tuition
In 2024, the cost of tuition at Viterbo University was $34,250.
Tuition comparison with similar institutions.
Average Net Price
$21,260
2024 Value
In 2024 Viterbo University had an average net price — the price paid after factoring in grants and loans — of $21,260.
Average net price comparison with similar institutions.
Total Cost of Attendance
$85,040 Estimated 4-Year Total Cost
$21,260 Average Annual Net Price (after aid)
$137,000 4-Year Tuition
$11,320 Room & Board (annual, on-campus estimate)
$1,000 Books & Supplies (annual estimate)
$46,570 Estimated Annual Sticker (tuition + room/board + books)
$186,280 Estimated 4-Year Sticker (before aid)
4-year total cost breakdown for Viterbo University.
Financial Aid by Income Level
26.26% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Grants
58.14% 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 Viterbo 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 Viterbo 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 | $23,330 | $23,330 | $17,062 |
| 2014 | $23,790 | $23,790 | $17,149 |
| 2015 | $25,050 | $25,050 | $17,987 |
| 2016 | $26,150 | $26,150 | $18,954 |
| 2017 | $27,150 | $27,150 | $19,421 |
| 2018 | $27,970 | $27,970 | $19,974 |
| 2019 | $28,650 | $28,650 | $19,992 |
| 2020 | $29,350 | $29,350 | $20,201 |
| 2021 | $29,920 | $29,920 | $18,686 |
| 2022 | $31,150 | $31,150 | $22,538 |
| 2023 | $32,350 | $32,350 | $22,633 |
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
72.43% Acceptance Rate
1,399 Total Applicants
1,025 Students Admitted
252 First-Time Students Enrolled
24.59% Yield (enrolled ÷ admitted)
This institution has a moderate acceptance rate, accepting most qualified applicants.
Acceptance rate compared to national average.
Test Scores
SAT Average: 1190
ACT Average: 23
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
Viterbo University reported total enrollment of about 1,249 students in the latest College Scorecard extract. The student body is about 29% male and 71% female. Enrollment by race and ethnicity includes White (80.1%), Hispanic or Latino (6.9%), and Two or More Races (3.5%). About 26.26% of undergraduates receive Pell Grants. Roughly 28.2% of students are first-generation college students.
Full-Time vs Part-Time Enrollment
83.4% Full-Time Enrollment
The total enrollment at Viterbo University in 2024 is 1,249 students.
Undergraduate enrollment is about 1,471 students. Graduate enrollment is about 795 students.
Full-time vs part-time enrollment comparison.
Retention Rate over Time
76.2%
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 80.1%.
Shares are for total enrollment (undergraduate and graduate combined when reported).
College Scorecard student demographics.
Graduates & Outcomes
Time to Complete
57.39% 100% Completion Time
68.38% 150% Completion Time
In 2024, 57.39% of students graduating from Viterbo University completed their program within 100% "normal time".
Completion rates over time compared to similar institutions.
Completions by Sex (Top Programs)
- Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse: 8% male / 92% female
- Reading Teacher Education: 8% male / 92% female
- Educational Leadership and Administration, General: 40% male / 60% 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 Viterbo University.
Return on Investment
$25,000 Median Student Debt
$55,660 Median Annual Earnings (10 years)
44.92% Debt-to-Earnings Ratio
554.52% Return on Investment
4.5 years Estimated Payback Period
Financial value analysis for Viterbo University.
Top Programs by Completions
10 largest programs by IPEDS completions (of 50 reported codes; aggregate/unknown CIP buckets excluded).
1. Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse: 171 completions
2. Reading Teacher Education: 159 completions
3. Educational Leadership and Administration, General: 141 completions
4. Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods, Other: 77 completions
5. Business Administration and Management, General: 54 completions
6. Elementary Education and Teaching: 37 completions
7. Dietetics/Dietitian: 30 completions
8. Special Education and Teaching, General: 28 completions
9. Musical Theatre: 23 completions
Most popular programs at Viterbo University.
Employment Outcomes
Employment outcome data is not available for this institution.
Earnings outcomes for Viterbo University graduates.
Operations
Instructional staffing and expenditure indicators for Viterbo University from College Scorecard (not a full IPEDS finance statement).
Instructional Resources
- Full-time faculty share: 43.6%
- Average faculty salary (Scorecard): $7,309
- Instructional expenditure per FTE: $8,971
Endowment and detailed non-instructional staff counts require IPEDS Finance/HR surveys and are not in this extract.
Scorecard instructional metrics where reported.
About
Viterbo University is a private non-profit institution located in La Crosse, WI, classified as Master's Colleges and Universities: Medium Programs. In the latest IPEDS completions in our extract, the largest programs by awards were Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Reading Teacher Education, Educational Leadership and Administration, General. Enrollment is approximately 1,249 students. Student body composition includes White (80.1%), Hispanic or Latino (6.9%), Two or More Races (3.5%). The admission rate is 72.43%. Average SAT scores for admitted students are 1190. The 150%-time completion rate is 68.38%. Approximately 26.26% of students receive Pell Grants. About 28.2% of students are first-generation college students.
Institution Type
Private Non-profit
Carnegie Classification: Master's Colleges and Universities: Medium Programs
Location
La Crosse, WI 54601-8804
Region: Great Lakes
Insights and Analysis
Viterbo University provides educational opportunities for students seeking higher education. Prospective students should carefully evaluate all factors including costs, outcomes, and program offerings when making their enrollment decisions.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Viterbo University located?
Viterbo University is located in La Crosse, WI.
What is Viterbo University's acceptance rate?
The acceptance rate at Viterbo University is 72.4% among first-time degree-seeking students reporting admissions data. IPEDS reports 1,399 applicants and 1,025 admits in the latest admissions cycle in our extract.
How much does Viterbo University cost?
Reported tuition is $34,250 and average net price is $21,260 in the latest College Scorecard data. On-campus room and board is estimated at $11,320 annually.
What is the student body demographics at Viterbo University?
Viterbo University reports undergraduate enrollment of about 1,471 students, White (80.1%), Hispanic or Latino (6.9%) in federal College Scorecard data.
How many first-generation students attend Viterbo University?
About 28.2% of students at Viterbo University are first-generation college students.
What test scores do students need for Viterbo University?
Among enrolled students who submitted scores, Viterbo University reports midpoint SAT about 1190 and midpoint ACT about 23.
What do graduates of Viterbo University earn?
Median earnings are $56,804 six years after entry and $55,660 ten years after entry.
What is the graduation rate at Viterbo University?
The 150%-time completion rate is 68.4% for the cohort reported to the College Scorecard.
How much debt do Viterbo University students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers is $25,000.
Is Viterbo University public or private?
Viterbo University is a private nonprofit institution located in La Crosse, WI.
Is Viterbo University an HBCU?
No. Viterbo University is not flagged as an HBCU in the IPEDS institutional directory.
Is Viterbo University a tribal college?
No. Viterbo 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
- Wisconsin college costs
- Wisconsin colleges by ROI
- La Crosse, Wisconsin city profile
- Great Lakes regional profile
- All state profiles
- Regional profiles
- National benchmarks
- School directory
- All schools in Wisconsin
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.