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Alvernia University Reading, PA
Roman Catholic
Private · 4-year · City
Save to my list Last updated July 26, 2026
AI summary i
Alvernia University is a private, four-year Roman Catholic institution in the city of Reading, PA, enrolling 2,152 students. It has a 58% acceptance rate and an average net cost of $28,138 per year after aid.
School facts are compiled from public sources, last updated July 26, 2026. Figures like tuition, deadlines, and program availability change — confirm current details with the college.
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✓ Degree level Match: Offers 4-year programsMajors offered (62) ▸ Art & Design (2) ▸
Biology & Life Sciences (3) ▸
Business (10) ▸
Communications & Media (2) ▸
Computer Science & Technology (1) ▸
Criminal Justice & Law (2) ▸
Education (5) ▸
Engineering (3) ▸
Engineering Technology (1) ▸
English & Literature (1) ▸
Health & Medical (13) ▸
History (1) ▸
Humanities & Liberal Arts (1) ▸
Interdisciplinary Studies (2) ▸
Mathematics & Statistics (1) ▸
Music & Performing Arts (2) ▸
Natural Resources & Environment (1) ▸
Nursing & Allied Health (3) ▸
Philosophy & Religious Studies (2) ▸
Physical Sciences (1) ▸
Psychology (1) ▸
Public & Social Services (1) ▸
Social Sciences (1) ▸
Sports & Recreation (2) ▸
Cost & Aid ▸ In-state Tuition $45,000
Out-of-state Tuition $45,000
Total Cost of Attendance $57,565
Avg Net Cost (after aid) $28,138
Students receiving Pell Grants i 36%
Average net price by family income
$0–30K $23,436
$30–48K $23,701
$48–75K $24,131
$75–110K $28,016
Admissions & Outcomes ▸ Acceptance Rate i 58%
SAT Reading (25th–75th) i 570–658
SAT Math (25th–75th) i 523–628
ACT Composite (25th–75th) i Not reported
Graduation Rate i 56%
Retention Rate (first-year) i 72%
Median Earnings (10 years after entry) i
Campus & Student Body ▸ Setting City
Enrollment 2,152
Religious Affiliation Roman Catholic
Gender split 65% women · 36% men
Race / ethnicity of students
Athletics (28 teams) ▸ Women's (16) ▸ Basketball NCAA Division III · Middle Atlantic Conferences
Bowling NCAA Division III · Middle Atlantic Conferences
Cross Country NCAA Division III · Middle Atlantic Conferences
Equestrian NCAA Division III · Middle Atlantic Conferences
Field Hockey NCAA Division III · Middle Atlantic Conferences
Golf NCAA Division III · Middle Atlantic Conferences
Ice Hockey NCAA Division III · Middle Atlantic Conferences
Indoor Track & Field NCAA Division III · Middle Atlantic Conferences
Lacrosse NCAA Division III · Middle Atlantic Conferences
Location ▸ Address 400 Saint Bernardine St, Reading, PA, 19607
Setting City
Net price = total cost of attendance minus grants and scholarships, averaged within each household-income band.
$55,055
Median Graduate Debt i $27,000
Students with Federal Loans i 83%
Loan Default Rate (3-year) i 0%
3%
American Indian / Alaska Native 0% Outdoor Track & Field
NCAA Division III · Middle Atlantic Conferences
Soccer NCAA Division III · Middle Atlantic Conferences
Softball NCAA Division III · Middle Atlantic Conferences
Tennis NCAA Division III · Middle Atlantic Conferences
Triathlon NCAA Division III · Middle Atlantic Conferences
Volleyball NCAA Division III · Middle Atlantic Conferences
Wrestling NCAA Division III · Middle Atlantic Conferences
Men's (12) ▸ Baseball NCAA Division III · Middle Atlantic Conferences
Basketball NCAA Division III · Middle Atlantic Conferences
Cross Country NCAA Division III · Middle Atlantic Conferences
Football NCAA Division III · Middle Atlantic Conferences
Golf NCAA Division III · Middle Atlantic Conferences
Ice Hockey NCAA Division III · Middle Atlantic Conferences
Indoor Track & Field NCAA Division III · Middle Atlantic Conferences
Lacrosse NCAA Division III · Middle Atlantic Conferences
Outdoor Track & Field NCAA Division III · Middle Atlantic Conferences
Soccer NCAA Division III · Middle Atlantic Conferences
Tennis NCAA Division III · Middle Atlantic Conferences
Wrestling NCAA Division III · Middle Atlantic Conferences