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Contact
Undergraduate Admissions
Address
3400 South 43rd Street
PO Box 343922
Milwaukee, WI 53234-3922
PO Box 343922
Milwaukee, WI 53234-3922
Phone
414-382-6100
Email
admissions@alverno.edu
Experience College Life
Most Popular Places On Campus
Inferno Cafe
Alverno Library
Alexia Hall, Nursing Simulation Center
Galleria
LaVerna Commons
Alverno Library
Alexia Hall, Nursing Simulation Center
Galleria
LaVerna Commons
Most Popular Places Off Campus
Lake Michigan Lakefront/ethnic and music festivals
Downtown Milwaukee
Museums
Nearby shopping
American Family Field
Downtown Milwaukee
Museums
Nearby shopping
American Family Field
Campus Tours
Campus Tours
Appointment Required: Yes
Dates: Year-round
Times: Upon request
Average Length: 1 hour
Dates: Year-round
Times: Upon request
Average Length: 1 hour
On Campus Interview
Campus Interviews
Yes
Information Sessions
Available
Times
see website for updates
Faculty and Coach Visits
Dates/Times Available
Year-round
Arrangements
Contact Admissions Office
Advance Notice
Other
Contact Email Address for Visit
admissions@alverno.edu
Class Visits
Dates/Times Available
Academic Year
Arrangements
Contact Admissions Office
Overnight Dorm Stays
Overnight Dorm Stays
Available
Arrangements
Contact Admissions Office
Transportation
Types of Transportation Available to Campus
Campus is just 15 minutes from downtown Milwaukee and General Mitchell International Airport. Taxi and buses available.
Driving Instructions to Campus
From Chicago:
Take I-94 north to Milwaukee. Exit on Holt Ave. and proceed west to 43rd St. (Holt Avenue becomes Morgan Ave.) Turn North (right) on 43rd St. and proceed to the main entrance of the college, just north of Morgan Ave. The college will be on your right.
From Madison:
Take I-94 east to Milwaukee to 894, exit on Loomis Road. Proceed northeast (left) on Loomis Road to 43rd St. Turn North (left) on 43rd St. and proceed to the main entrance of the college, just north of Morgan Ave. The college will be on your right.
Local Accommodations
The following are a few hotels in the Alverno area:
Clarion Hotel, Holiday Inn Hotel and Suites, Hampton Inn & Suites Franklin, Motel 6 Oak Creek. For more information, contact the Admissions Office at 414-382-6100 or 800-933-3401.
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Admissions
Overview
Applicants: 635
Acceptance Rate: 90%
Average HS GPA: 3.21
GPA Breakdown
4%
4.0
12%
3.75 - 3.99
19%
3.50 - 3.74
16%
3.25 - 3.49
19%
3.00 - 3.24
19%
2.50 - 2.99
9%
2.00 - 2.49
2%
1.00 - 1.99
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Learn MoreACT Test Scores
ACT Composite Scores
25th-75th percentile (enrolled students)
15 - 21
Testing Policies
Standardized testing policy for use in admission
Test Optional
Other Admission Factors
Academic
Academic GPA
Selectivity Rating
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Learn MoreAcademics
Academics
Faculty and Class Information
Student/Faculty
8:1
Total Faculty
200
with Terminal Degree
103
164
Women
36
Men
35
Minority
Most frequent lab / sub section size
2 - 9
Graduation Rates
Graduate in 4 years
Graduate in 5 years
Graduate in 6 years
Majors
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AREA, ETHNIC, CULTURAL, GENDER, AND GROUP STUDIES.
Latin American Studies.
Women's Studies.
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BIOLOGICAL AND BIOMEDICAL SCIENCES.
Biology/Biological Sciences, General.
Biomedical Sciences, General.
Molecular Biology.
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BUSINESS, MANAGEMENT, MARKETING, AND RELATED SUPPORT SERVICES.
Accounting.
Business Administration and Management, General.
Business/Commerce, General.
International Business/Trade/Commerce.
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COMMUNICATION, JOURNALISM, AND RELATED PROGRAMS.
Communication and Media Studies, Other.
Speech Communication and Rhetoric.
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EDUCATION.
Art Teacher Education.
Bilingual, Multilingual, and Multicultural Education, Other.
Early Childhood Education and Teaching.
Education, General.
Elementary Education and Teaching.
English/Language Arts Teacher Education.
Health Teacher Education.
Junior High/Intermediate/Middle School Education and Teaching.
Montessori Teacher Education.
Science Teacher Education/General Science Teacher Education.
Secondary Education and Teaching.
Social Studies Teacher Education.
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ENGLISH LANGUAGE AND LITERATURE/LETTERS.
English Language and Literature, General.
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FOREIGN LANGUAGES, LITERATURES, AND LINGUISTICS.
Spanish Language and Literature.
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HEALTH PROFESSIONS AND RELATED PROGRAMS.
Art Therapy/Therapist.
Health/Health Care Administration/Management.
Music Therapy/Therapist.
Nursing/Registered Nurse (RN, ASN, BSN, MSN).
Pharmacy, Pharmaceutical Sciences, and Administration, Other.
Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse.
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HISTORY.
History, General.
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LIBERAL ARTS AND SCIENCES, GENERAL STUDIES AND HUMANITIES.
General Studies.
Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies.
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MATHEMATICS AND STATISTICS.
Mathematics, General.
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MULTI/INTERDISCIPLINARY STUDIES.
Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other.
Natural Sciences.
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NATURAL RESOURCES AND CONSERVATION.
Environmental Science.
Environmental Studies.
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PARKS, RECREATION, LEISURE, AND FITNESS STUDIES.
Kinesiology and Exercise Science.
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PHILOSOPHY AND RELIGIOUS STUDIES.
Philosophy.
Religion/Religious Studies.
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PHYSICAL SCIENCES.
Chemistry, General.
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PSYCHOLOGY.
Psychology, General.
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PUBLIC ADMINISTRATION AND SOCIAL SERVICE PROFESSIONS.
Community Organization and Advocacy.
Health Policy Analysis.
Social Work.
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SOCIAL SCIENCES.
International Relations and Affairs.
Political Science and Government, General.
Social Sciences, General.
Sociology.
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VISUAL AND PERFORMING ARTS.
Art/Art Studies, General.
Design and Applied Arts, Other.
Fine Arts and Art Studies, Other.
Music, General.
Degrees
Associate
Bachelor's
Doctoral/Professional
Doctoral/Research
Master's
Post-Bachelor's certificate
Post-Master's certificate
Bachelor's
Doctoral/Professional
Doctoral/Research
Master's
Post-Bachelor's certificate
Post-Master's certificate
Career Services
On-Campus Job Interviews Available
Yes
Career Services
Alumni Services
Classes
Interest Inventory
Opportunities at School
Experiential
Internship
Notable Faculty
Prominent Alumni
Kellie Sigh
Vice President of Site Leadership, College Possible
Dr. Clarissa Lawrence
Co-Owner/Primary Care Provider, MyNP Professional; CEO/Founder/Primary Care Provider, Community Health Primary Care Services
Cindy Cervantes
Vice President and Chief Financial Officer, Hatco Corporation
Cecelia Gore
Executive Director, Brewers Community Foundation, Milwaukee, WI
Natassha Chambliss
Manager Project Integration Field Capital, Home Depot; Owner & Senior Art Advisor, Lines Gallery Atlanta
Angela Pecoraro
Operating Managing Director, Vista Equity Partners
Syneathia LaGrant
Vice President of Global Learning & Development, Manpower Group
Careers
Graduation Rates
Graduate in 4 years
Graduate in 5 years
Graduate in 6 years
Career Services
On-Campus Job Interviews Available
Yes
Career Services
Alumni Services
Classes
Interest Inventory
Opportunities at School
Experiential
Internship
ROI & Outcomes
Tuition & Aid
Tuition & Aid
Dates
Application Deadlines
Notification Date
Nov 1
Required Forms
FAFSA
Financial Aid Statistics
Financial aid provided to international students
Yes
Expenses per Academic Year
Tuition
Required Fees
Average Cost for Books and Supplies
$768
Tuition / Fees Vary by Year of Study
No
Board for Commuters
$1,780
Transportation for Commuters
$1,690
Available Aid
Financial Aid Methodology
Federal
Scholarships and Grants
Need-Based
Need-Based College/University Scholarship or Grant Aid from Institutional Funds
Need-Based Federal Pell
Need-Based Private Scholarships
Need-Based SEOG
Need-Based State Scholarships
Non-Need-Based
Institutional non-need-based scholarship or grant aid is available
Federal Direct Student Loan Programs
Direct PLUS Loans
Direct Subsidized Stafford Loans
Direct Unsubsidized Stafford Loans
Direct Subsidized Stafford Loans
Direct Unsubsidized Stafford Loans
Federal Family Education Loan Programs (FFEL)
Federal Perkins Loans
State Loans
State Loans
Is Institutional Employment Available (other than Federal Work Study)
Yes
Direct Lender
No
Student Body
Student Body
Overall
Student Body Profile
Total Undergraduate Enrollment
788
Foreign Countries Represented
3
Demographics
5.02%
Asian
16.46%
Black
40.45%
Hispanic
32.22%
Caucasian
97% female
3% male
10% are out of state
75% are full time
25% are part time
Campus Life
Campus Life
Overview
Campus Life
Undergrads living on campus
18%
Help finding off-campus housing
No
First-Year Students living on campus
38%
Campus Environment
Large Urban
82/99
Housing Options
Dorms Female
Theme Housing
Special Needs Admissions
Program / Service Name
Student Accessibility
Type of Program
For all students with disabilities
Director
Derek Blemberg
College Entrance Tests Required
No
Interview Required
No
Documentation Required for LD
Again, no documentation is required for admissions. If the applicant wishes to access accommodations and services, ideally, in addition to a high school IEP, a current psychoeducational evaluation is provided from a relevant professional to assist the Coordinator to identify appropriate supports and accommodations to assist the student with her academic work.Documentation Required for ADHD
No documentation is required for admissions, but if accommodations and services are requested, documentation from a relevant professional identifying a history of presenting attentional symptoms, including evidence of impulsive, hyperactive or inattentive behavior that has significantly impaired functioning over time.Special Need Services Offered
Calculator allowed in exams
Yes
Dictionary allowed in exams
Yes
Computer allowed in exams
Yes
Spellchecker allowed in exams
Yes
Extended test time
Yes
Scribes
Yes
Proctors
Yes
Oral exams
Yes
Notetakers
Yes
Distraction-free environment
Yes
Accommodation for students with ADHD
Yes
Reading machine
Yes
Other assistive technology
Yes
Student Activities
Registered Student Organizations
30
Number of Honor Societies
1
Number of Social Sororities
2
Number of Religious Organizations
2
1% join a sorority
Sports
Athletic Division
Division III
8% participate in intercollegiate sports
Men's Sports ()
0 Sports
Women's Sports (Inferno)
8 Sports
Basketball
Cross Country
Golf
Soccer
Softball
Tennis
Track Field Outdoor
Volleyball
Cross Country
Golf
Soccer
Softball
Tennis
Track Field Outdoor
Volleyball
Student Services
Day Care
Health
Army ROTC Offered at cooperating institutions: Marquette University
Air Force ROTC Offered at cooperating institutions: Marquette University
Health
Army ROTC Offered at cooperating institutions: Marquette University
Air Force ROTC Offered at cooperating institutions: Marquette University
Sustainability
80/99
School Has Formal Sustainability Committee
No
Sustainability-focused degree available
Yes
School employs a sustainability officer
No
Public GHG inventory plan
No
% food budget spent on local/organic food
75%
Available Transportation Alternatives
Bike Share
Yes
Car Sharing Program
No
Incentives Or Programs To Encourage Employees To Live Close To Campus
No
School Adopted A Policy Prohibiting Idling
No
School Developed Bicycle Plan
No
Campus Security Report
The Jeanne Clery Act requires colleges and universities to disclose their security policies, keep a public crime log, publish an annual crime report and provide timely warnings to students and campus employees about a crime posing an immediate or ongoing threat to students and campus employees.
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Other Information
Campus-wide Internet Network
Yes
% of Classrooms with Wireless Internet
100
Fee for Network Use
Yes
Partnerships with Technology Companies
No
Personal computer included in tuition for each student
No
Discounts Available with Hardware Vendors
No
Wellness Program/Clinical Offerings
Institution has a mental health/wellness program that makes counseling, referral, and well-being services available to all students
No
Mental Health Website
Education & Training
Types of training available for students and faculty/staff
Program
Availability
Not Reported
Not Reported
Not Reported
Not Reported
Not Reported
Engaging the Whole Campus
Institution has a Chief Behavioral Health Officer (and/or Chief Wellness Officer)
No
Additional groups:
students who are parents; students with disabilities
Please provide details on specific trainings:
best practices for serving LGBTQ+ students; students with severe and persistent mental illness; students who are parents; first generation students; DACA students; serving students post-Covid; integrating art into mental health
Peer-to-Peer
Institution has peer-to-peer offerings relating to mental health
Yes
Details on offerings:
We have a student group that provides monthly activities to support student mental health. It is called Alverno Minds Over Matters. It frequently collaborates with Counseling Services to provide these programs.
Residential Life
Institution incorporates mental health and wellness into the residential experience
No
Student Orientation
Students who are provided an opportunity to participate in mental-health-orientation activities
First-year students
Not Reported
Incoming transfer students
Not Reported
Returning students
Not Reported
Entering graduate students
Not Reported
Mental Health in the Curriculum
The institution offers for-credit mental health/well-being education for students
Yes, optional
Details of for-credit offering:
There are several one credit wellness classes students can take as an elective: financial wellbeing - learning how to budget & manage money; life skills; mental health first aid; student success skills; career skills
The institution offers non-credit mental health/well-being education for students
Yes, optional
Details of non-credit offering:
These are offered through Christie Campus/Uwill - telementalhealth vendor
Off-Campus Offerings
Institution offers referrals to off-campus counseling services
Yes
Health and Counseling Center Accreditation
Institution's counseling center is accredited
No
Accrediting body
Not Reported
Taking and Returning from Medical Leave
Institution has an official support program in place for students returning from mental health leave of absence
No
Counseling Demand
Number of months a year counseling center is open and fully staffed
12 months
