Alverno College
About Alverno College
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Alverno College is a private university in Milwaukee, WI. It has a 89.9% acceptance rate and a 52.8% graduation rate, serving approximately 717 students.
Founded
1887
Location
Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Students
1,275
Institution
Private
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
85.7%
Open admission
Graduation Rate
49.2%
Below national average
Tuition
$34,086
Per year
Avg Net Price
$22,540
After financial aid
SAT Average
Not Considered
Test-blind. Grades and essays decide
Median Earnings
$53,145
10 years after enrollment
Admissions
How competitive is getting in?
Selectivity
Moderate
Most students who apply are accepted
How to Apply
Test Policy
Test Blind
Application Fee
Free
Early
N/A
Deadline
Rolling
Alverno College accepts the majority of applicants at 85.7%. If you meet the basic requirements, this is an accessible option worth considering.
Academics
How strong is the academic experience?
Student Success
Below Average
49.2% complete their degree within six years
Retention
61%
4-Year Grad
25%
6-Year Grad
48%
Teaching Quality
8:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
25.8%
$/Student
$8.9K
Class Size
Small
The 25% graduation rate is below average, but 61% of freshmen return for year two. Students are staying, even if completion takes longer than four years.
Tuition & Costs
What will you actually pay?
Tuition & Fees
$34,086
Annual Tuition
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
$10,688
Books & Supplies
$1,680
Total Cost of Attendance
$51,362
After Financial Aid
$22,540
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$22,032
Receive Grants
45.1%
Take Loans
46.7%
The total cost of attendance runs about $51,362/yr, including $10,688 for room and board. After financial aid, the average student pays $22,540.
Financial Aid
Who gets aid and what happens after
Financial aid comes in two forms: grants and scholarships (free money you don't repay) and loans (borrowed money you pay back after graduating). Here's how students at Alverno College fund their education.
While in School
45.1%
Get Grants
Free money
46.7%
Take Loans
Must repay
$34,078
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$27,000
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$286/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
The $27,000 median debt is above average, but graduates earn $53K within ten years. The numbers suggest the investment pays off for most students.
Student Body
Diversity, gender, and enrollment
From gender balance and racial diversity to age and background, here's a look at who attends Alverno College.
Gender
98.6%
Female
1%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
631
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
644
Graduates
44.3%
First-Gen
24 yrs
Avg Age
22.3%
Age 25+
Women make up the majority at 99% of the student body. 44.3% are first-generation college students, so there's a strong community of students who understand that experience.
Campus Life
What it's like to be a student here
Campus Setting
City: Large
Campus Quick Facts
631
Students
private
Institution
Small
Campus Size
Master's
Classification
What This College Offers
Semester calendar
Study Abroad
Yes
AP Credit
Yes
Teacher Cert
Yes
ROTC
Yes
Evening College
Yes
Online Programs
Yes
Job Placement
No
Career Counseling
Yes
Sports & Athletics
How seriously this college takes sport
Alverno College fields 6 varsity teams with 56 student athletes, about 9% of the student body.
Division
NCAA
Division III without football
Conference
Northern Athletics
The league its teams compete in
Varsity Sports
6
Biggest: Basketball
Student Athletes
56
9% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
0% / 100%
0
Men
56
Women
0
Men's Teams
6
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
Every Varsity Team
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of Alverno Collegeearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$53,145
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
$72K
59 grads
1yr Earnings
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
$45K
39 grads
1yr Earnings
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods
$43K
20 grads
1yr Earnings
Biology, General
$27K
14 grads
1yr Earnings
Social Work
—
12 grads
Education, General
—
10 grads
Graduates earn about $52K six years out, growing to $53K by year ten. Above average, though your choice of major will be the biggest factor.
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Data sourced from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard Some figures may reflect prior academic years. Our editorial team reviews and updates college profiles to ensure accuracy. If you notice outdated information, please let us know.