Valparaiso University
Faith-based college · Valparaiso, IN · 2,083 undergraduates
Acceptance rate, SAT and ACT scores, cost, and financial aid
Acceptance rate
89%
Accessible
SAT (middle 50%)
1060–1280
ACT (middle 50%)
23–31
Average net price
$21,657
per year, after grants
Cost of attendance
$60,499
per year, before aid
Graduation rate
68%
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 Valparaiso University?
Valparaiso University accepts about 89 of every 100 applicants (89%), which makes it accessible. This number changed a lot in the latest data, so confirm it with the college.
The middle half of admitted students scored between 1060 and 1280 on the SAT. A score at or above 1280 puts you in the top quarter of admitted students; below 1060, your scores are below most.
On the ACT, the middle half scored 23–31.
The latest federal data says Valparaiso 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 Valparaiso University's admissions website before you decide whether to send scores.
How much does Valparaiso University cost?
The full cost of attendance — tuition, fees, housing, food, books, and other expenses — is about $60,499 a year before financial aid.
After grants and scholarships, students who get federal aid pay $21,657 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 $50,390 a year.
- Tuition & fees (in-state)$50,390
- Tuition & fees (out-of-state)$50,390
- Room & board$14,300
- Total cost of attendance$60,499
- Average net price after grants$21,657
Popular majors
Health Professions & Nursing, Engineering, Business, Biology, Social Sciences.
Valparaiso University FAQ
- What is Valparaiso University's acceptance rate?
- 89% — accessible.
- What SAT score do you need for Valparaiso University?
- Admitted students' middle 50% range is 1060–1280. Aim for 1280 or higher to be above most admitted students.
- What ACT score do you need for Valparaiso University?
- Admitted students' middle 50% range is 23–31.
- Is Valparaiso University test-optional?
- The latest federal data says Valparaiso 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 Valparaiso University's admissions website before you decide whether to send scores.
- How much does Valparaiso University cost?
- About $60,499 a year before aid; $21,657 on average after grants.
- What is Valparaiso University's FAFSA school code?
- 001842. Add it in the "Colleges" section of the FAFSA at studentaid.gov so Valparaiso University receives your information.
- What is Valparaiso University's graduation rate?
- 68% of students finish within six years.
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|---|---|---|---|---|
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