Since our founding in 1887 by the School Sisters of St. Francis, Alverno has taken a bold results-oriented approach to education by preparing students for personal and professional growth. As one of the largest Catholic women’s colleges in the nation, our students experience a collaborative learning environment in which they grow as leaders. Located on a 46-acre campus in a residential neighborhood in Milwaukee, Alverno offers a close-knit community with big-city access.
A PERSONAL EXPERIENCE
At Alverno, we go beyond the traditional letter grades, offering you a personalized, cutting-edge curriculum based on eight abilities and a grading system that mirrors performance reviews and feedback in the real world. Every class you take at Alverno requires you to demonstrate competency in these eight core abilities – skills that are essential to succeeding both on the job and in life. Plus, you will gain real-world experience by participating in our nationally-known internship program.
STUDENT BODY
Enrollment: 1,851
Student/faculty ratio: 10:1
GETTING IN
Admission requirements
High school diploma reflecting at least 17 academic units of study including English, history or social sciences, mathematics, natural science, and foreign language (recommended) and satisfactory scores on the ACT or SAT.
How AP/IB credits are handled
Consideration is given for AP and IB scores and courses.
DEGREES AND PROGRAMS
Degrees offered
Bachelor’s degrees in 60 areas of study, master’s degrees in seven areas of study, and one doctorate degree in nursing.
Other programs
Hybrid class options to meet the needs of working adults; accelerated bachelor’s completion program for nurses; initial teacher licensure program for working paraprofessionals; graduate programs open to both men and women; study abroad; internships; certificate programs; continuing education; professional community education programs and workshops
FINANCIAL AID
Percentage of freshmen receiving financial aid: nearly 100%
Percentage of all full-time undergraduates receiving financial aid: 96%
For institution-specific scholarships, contact: Admission Office at 414.382.6100 or admissions@alverno.edu.
FAFSA CODE: 003832
Room and board: $8,800
ATHLETICS
Conference/division affiliation: NCAA Division III, Northern Athletics Collegiate Conference
Women’s athletics
Basketball, cross country, golf, soccer, softball, tennis, volleyball
PRESIDENT
Sr. Andrea Lee, IHM, Ph.D.
