Valparaiso University
Valparaiso University is an independent, Doctoral/Professional University with a liberal arts curriculum in Valparaiso, Indiana. Grounded in the Lutheran tradition of scholarship, freedom, and faith, the University offers more than 70 undergraduate programs taught by 300 full-time faculty through the Colleges of Arts and Science, Business, Engineering, Nursing and Health Professions, and Christ College—the Honors College. Valpo also has a Law School and more than 40 degree and certificate programs in its Graduate School and Continuing Education. Outside of academia, students can join a fraternity or sorority, cheer on the Crusaders at sporting events, or find passions through the more than 100 student organizations.
Admissions
Key Admissions Stats
Institution Type
Private
- Not for Profit
- Lutheran Church in America
- Coed
Need Blind
This school does not consider an applicant’s financial situation when deciding admission
Level of Institution
4 Year
Campus Setting
Suburb or town
Admissions Requirements
SAT
Yes
ACT
Yes
Transcript
Yes
Important Deadlines
| Application Type | Application Deadline | Reply Deadline |
|---|---|---|
| Early Action Acceptance is not binding, but student will receive admissions decision earlier. | November 1, 2018 | |
| Fall Regular Decision | August 15, 2019 | |
| Spring Regular Decision | December 15, 2018 |
Admitted Student Stats
54%
Submitting ACT
73%
Submitting SAT
Average ACT Composite: 26
Average SAT Composite: 1160
Academics
Key Academic Stats
Highest Degree Offered
Doctorate
Total Number of Students
3,786
Total Number of Undergrads
3,199
Classroom Sizes
0
100
54%
Graduate in 4 Years
US National: 28%
0
100
66%
Graduate in 6 Years
US National: 52%
Student:Faculty Ratio
11:1
US National: 21:1
Tuition, Cost & Aid
Key Financial Stats
Tuition
| In-State Tuition In-state tuition is the tuition charged by institutions to those students who meet the state's or institution's residency requirements. In-district tuition is the tuition charged by the institution to those students residing in the locality in which they attend school and may be a lower rate than in-state tuition if offered by the institution. | $40,260
|
| Out-of-State Tuition Out-of-state tuition is the tuition charged by institutions to those students who do not meet the state’s or institution’s residency requirements. Out-of-district tuition is the tuition charged by the institution to those students not residing in the locality in which they attend school. | $40,260
|
Additional Costs
Room and Board
The weighted average for room and board and other expenses is generated as follows:
|
$11,860
|
| Books and Supplies | $1200
|
Aid & Grants
0
100
94%
Need Met
Students Receiving Gift Aid
Percent of undergraduate students awarded federal gift aid. Federal gift aid includes any grant or scholarship aid awarded, from the federal government, a state or local government, the institution, and other sources known by the institution.
Students Receiving Grants
Percent of undergraduate students awarded grant aid. Grant aid includes any grant or scholarship aid awarded, from the federal government, a state or local government, the institution, and other sources known by the institution.
30%
Average Aid Per Year
$27,304
30%
Average Federal Grant Aid Per Year
$5,137
Average Institution Grant Aid Per Year
$24,127
Student Loans
Students Borrowing Loans
Loans to students - Any monies that must be repaid to the lending institution for which the student is the designated borrower. Includes all Title IV subsidized and unsubsidized loans and all institutionally- and privately-sponsored loans. Does not include PLUS and other loans made directly to parents.
69%
Average Loan Amount Per Year
$9,091
Average Debt at Graduation
The median federal debt of undergraduate borrowers who graduated. This figure includes only federal loans; it excludes private student loans and Parent PLUS loans.
$26,000
Median Monthly Loan Payment
The median monthly loan payment for student borrowers who completed, if it were repaid over 10 years at a 5.05% interest rate.
$270
Majors
Majors Overview
Majors
115
Most Popular Majors
- Civil engineering technology/technician
- Mechanical engineering/mechanical technology/technician
- Biology/biological sciences, general
- Psychology, general
- Registered nursing, nursing administration, nursing research and clinical nursing, other
Campus Life
Key Campus Stats
Student Gender
Student Organizations
91
Size of Town
Suburb or town
LGBTQIA Student Resource Groups
Yes
On Campus Women's Center
No
Housing
0
100
62%
Undergrads Living on Campus
On-campus living required of freshman
Yes
Athletics
Divisional Sports Nickname
Crusaders
School Colors
brown and gold
Varsity Athletics Association
NCAA
Varsity Athletics Conference Primary
Pioneer Football League
Campus Safety
24-HR security patrol
Yes
Campus emergency phones
Yes
After Graduation
Post Grad Stats
Top 5 Cities
Chicago
Indianapolis
Milwaukee
Minneapolis
New York
Employed
6 mos. after graduation
79%
Average Salary
6 years after graduation
$45,850
What Students Are Saying
3.97
Average Rating
A safe, welcoming environment that makes all students feel right at home. Excellent programs for everyone to get involved with, plus the professors are always willing to help the students succeed. As a music major, this is a place where I want to be.
Megan from Kouts, IN
A small private school in Northwest Indiana. It offers the academics of larger schools and is extremely reputable. Outside of class, everyone is obsessed with Valparaiso Basketball.
Samuel from Rensselaer, IN
Valpo is a great school, however it is not for everyone, meaning that it is not your typical party school. People are really friendly and nice, and it is pretty diverse for a school in Indiana. The campus itself is beautiful and the financial aid office is quite generous.
Nursing major from Chicago, IL
Valparaiso University is an excellent place for students to learn, grow, and find themselves. This university succeeds in shaping students into whole and well-rounded thinking individuals who are ready for the real world. Not only do students become well-rounded, but they are more than sufficiently qualified to walk into the work force of whatever field of study they chose while in school.
Carl from Plainfield, IL
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