Alvernia University
Faith-based college · Reading, PA · 2,152 undergraduates
Acceptance rate, SAT and ACT scores, cost, and financial aid
Acceptance rate
58%
Moderately selective
SAT (middle 50%)
1093–1286
ACT (middle 50%)
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Average net price
$27,122
per year, after grants
Cost of attendance
$60,249
per year, before aid
Graduation rate
51%
within 6 years
These numbers haven't been checked against official data yet. Values marked changed a lot or disagree with another source. Costs, aid, and policies change every year — always confirm on the college's website before you decide.
How hard is it to get into Alvernia University?
Alvernia University accepts about 58 of every 100 applicants (58%), which makes it moderately selective. This number changed a lot in the latest data, so confirm it with the college.
The middle half of admitted students scored between 1093 and 1286 on the SAT. A score at or above 1286 puts you in the top quarter of admitted students; below 1093, your scores are below most.
The latest federal data says Alvernia University is test-optional (scores are considered if you send them), but that data can lag a year or two and several colleges have changed their policies since. Confirm on Alvernia University's admissions website before you decide whether to send scores.
How much does Alvernia University cost?
The full cost of attendance — tuition, fees, housing, food, books, and other expenses — is about $60,249 a year before financial aid.
After grants and scholarships, students who get federal aid pay $27,122 a year on average. Your price depends on your family's income — use the college's net price calculator for an estimate.
Tuition and fees are $47,550 a year.
- Tuition & fees (in-state)$47,550
- Tuition & fees (out-of-state)$47,550
- Room & board$16,180
- Total cost of attendance$60,249
- Average net price after grants$27,122
Popular majors
Health Professions & Nursing, Business, Biology.
Alvernia University FAQ
- What is Alvernia University's acceptance rate?
- 58% — moderately selective.
- What SAT score do you need for Alvernia University?
- Admitted students' middle 50% range is 1093–1286. Aim for 1286 or higher to be above most admitted students.
- Is Alvernia University test-optional?
- The latest federal data says Alvernia University is test-optional (scores are considered if you send them), but that data can lag a year or two and several colleges have changed their policies since. Confirm on Alvernia University's admissions website before you decide whether to send scores.
- How much does Alvernia University cost?
- About $60,249 a year before aid; $27,122 on average after grants.
- What is Alvernia University's FAFSA school code?
- 003233. Add it in the "Colleges" section of the FAFSA at studentaid.gov so Alvernia University receives your information.
- What is Alvernia University's graduation rate?
- 51% of students finish within six years.
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