Founded in 1887, Alverno College. is a Private college. Located in Wisconsin, which is a city setting in Wisconsin, the campus itself is Urban. The campus is home to 1,413 full time undergraduate students, and 604 full time graduate students.
The Alverno College Academic calendar runs on a Semester basis. In the school year the student to faculty ratio was 10:1. There are 94 full time instructional teachers. Degrees awarded at Alverno College include: Bachelor's Degree, Masters Degree, Post-master's certificate, Doctor's degree.
Quick Facts
Acceptance Rate
80%
Application Deadline
Application Fee
0
SAT Range
ACT Range
Admissions at are considered Less Selective, with ,33% of all applicants being admitted.
In the school year, of the students who applied to the school, only 26 of those who were admitted eventually ended up enrolling.
0% of incoming freshmen are in the top half of their high school class. 0% were in the top quarter, and 0% were in the top tenth. You can apply online.
STUDENT LIFE Reviews
We asked, and students answered these important questions about student life at Alverno College.
8%
“We”re apathetic”
8%
“We know about current events and vote”
67%
“We participate and encourage others to get involved”
17%
“There”s nothing we won”t protest”
0%
“We save it for the classroom”
4%
“Sometimes, but not often”
57%
“There”s usually intelligent conversation to be found”
39%
“All the time, including weekends”
0%
“I”m always terrified”
0%
“I only go out in groups”
17%
“I usually let someone know where I”m going”
83%
“I feel extremely safe”
33%
“We don”t play sports”
0%
“We play recreationally”
50%
“We bought the gear”
17%
“We live for the big game”
0%
“It”s not really our thing”
4%
“Occasinally we gallery crawl”
54%
“There are a variety of opportunities”
42%
“We”re a very artistic group”
0%
“Haven”t met them”
0%
“Available in class”
21%
“They keep regular office hours”
79%
“They”re always available”
26%
“No greek life, but other groups to join”
52%
“There is some involvement, but not a lot”
17%
“Plenty of people join a sorority or fraternity”
4%
“It”s everything. If you”re not greek, you”re a geek”
21%
“We”re not into drinking at all”
63%
“Maybe a little, but it”s not a big thing”
13%
“We only party on weekends”
4%
“There”s some drinking happening every night”
43%
“Never, we”re here to learn”
57%
“There might be people who do”
0%
“People are known to partake on weekends”
0%
“There”s a huge drug scene”
8%
“We”re apathetic”
8%
“We know about current events and vote”
67%
“We participate and encourage others to get involved”
17%
“There”s nothing we won”t protest”
0%
“We save it for the classroom”
4%
“Sometimes, but not often”
57%
“There”s usually intelligent conversation to be found”
39%
“All the time, including weekends”
0%
“I”m always terrified”
0%
“I only go out in groups”
17%
“I usually let someone know where I”m going”
83%
“I feel extremely safe”
33%
“We don”t play sports”
0%
“We play recreationally”
50%
“We bought the gear”
17%
“We live for the big game”
0%
“It”s not really our thing”
4%
“Occasinally we gallery crawl”
54%
“There are a variety of opportunities”
42%
“We”re a very artistic group”
0%
“Haven”t met them”
0%
“Available in class”
21%
“They keep regular office hours”
79%
“They”re always available”
26%
“No greek life, but other groups to join”
52%
“There is some involvement, but not a lot”
17%
“Plenty of people join a sorority or fraternity”
4%
“It”s everything. If you”re not greek, you”re a geek”
54 Students rated on-campus housing 3.7 stars. 22 % gave the school a 5.0.
How would you rate off-campus housing?
47 Students rated off-campus housing 3.5 stars. 0 % gave the school a 5.0.
How would you rate campus food?
85 Students rated campus food 3.3 stars. 14 % gave the school a 5.0.
How would you rate campus facilities?
89 Students rated campus facilities 4.3 stars. 52 % gave the school a 5.0.
How would you rate class size?
89 Students rated class size 4.6 stars. 75 % gave the school a 5.0.
How would you rate school activities?
89 Students rated school activities 3.9 stars. 37 % gave the school a 5.0.
How would you rate local services?
89 Students rated local services 3.8 stars. 36 % gave the school a 5.0.
How would you rate academics?
88 Students rated academics 4.1 stars. 52 % gave the school a 5.0.
Alverno College REVIEWS
What's your overall opinion of Alverno College?
28 Students rated Alverno College
Lizbeth
Prospective04/12/2025
Alverno College has been a huge part in my journey and have helped me become a strong leader.
Jenna
01/23/2020
I think it's an amazing college and I'm very happy and comfortable here. The academics are very good and staff and students are all very kind. Everybody treats each other with respect and professors are glad to help with any questions or concerns you may have. Honestly a very great school and I'm glad I attend.
Danielych
01/09/2020
Alverno College is like your home away from home even if you don't live on campus. I feel so comfortable there. Everyone is so kind and helpful, students, professors, and other faculty. Everyone cares about you, and they want to make sure that you pass all of your classes. It's an expensive school but most of your professors understand that which is why they try so hard to help everyone so they won't have to pay for the same class again. There is always something fun going on every week.
Gabrielle
11/15/2019
I love Alverno! Since it is such a small school, everyone knows you and is looking out for your academic success. The classes are engaging and interactive. Because Alverno doesn't do traditional grades, you are given feedback on every assignment you turn in. This means that there is no limit to the amount you can learn!
Mackenzie
10/19/2019
The overall opinion of Alverno College is that I enjoy the atmosphere as I walk around the campus. Everyone is so kind, makes everyone feel welcomed, and I just enjoy what Alverno has to offer! But another thing that I enjoy is their programs that they have!
Genesis
08/23/2019
It's an excellent college, where it makes you feel special. The small group of classes allows students and instructors to have better communication. Alverno is the college for every woman like me, wishing to accomplish academically and see their dreams come true. Without a doubt, Alverno is the best college!
Merub
11/30/2018
Alverno College is a dream of mine. It is a college that would give me every opportunity I need to be successful. I have no doubt that I would learn all the skills I need as I prepare to apply to medical school in the future.
Another reason I want to attend Alverno College is the incredible teaching staff. The professors take time to personally get to know each student. I know that I would not just be another student in the crowd. My professors will care enough to make sure I experience success in each of their classes.
Miranda
10/02/2018
Alverno has a very welcoming atmosphere and the grading system really pushes the students to do their best. The students are very interested in actually learning the material and it is very obvious that they are passionate about what they are learning.
Yuliana
08/10/2018
I am entering my junior year and at first I was very skeptical about coming here because who wants to go to an all girl catholic school right? Well, I love my school. The vibe there is so positive and encouraging. My professors bring the best out of me that I didn't even know I had. Overall, the college feels like a small high school but a mature version of it. There is a lot of cliques and you notice it especially at lunch time. There is a lot of community work that can be done and trust me, if you get nervous when speaking in front of people, that will disappear at Alverno College. I'm so glad I came here and there's no boys to distract you!
Rebecca
07/23/2018
I love Alverno, even if there are some aspects that could be better. Most of the instructors that I've had have been helpful, and I enjoy my classes.
Alyssa
07/16/2018
Alverno College is a wonderful college for females. The school ensures their students have every opportunity to be the absolute best they can be. They also make sure you know that being a woman is something to be proud of, and it doesn't and should not limit you whatsoever. I recommend it to those who may even be a little intimidated by college, and afraid of getting help, because you always will have a helping hand. Alverno College has turned me into the strong, motivated, and hard working woman I am today, and I still have plenty of time to continue the growth.
Jennifer
07/03/2018
I think Alverno is a very good school. I am very pleases to start in the fall and start taking y classes for my Biomedical Science major. Once I am done I am very exited to head to Medical School. My ultimate goal id to become a surgeon and help the people who are un insured. Alverno is opening my doors and leading me to my ultimate goal. I love that they have all the resources for me to head to Medical School.
Brianne
06/15/2018
I love Alverno it is a school that relies heavily on academics and the students there are there to learn. I feel very connected to all of my professors, who want to see me succeed. One thing that I wish would change at Alverno is how involved the academic housing is, there were a few instances that happened throughout the year and it felt like even though housing was involved nothing was really accomplished.
Jazlyn
05/06/2018
Alverno College is an wonderful school, where women can always get help and support from teachers. Also, the students are great supporters as well. I'm very glad I attended Alverno College because I can be comfortable with myself, and make friends along the way.
alexa
03/14/2018
Alverno is a great school! The minute you take a step into that school you feel at home! Classes are small so you can recognized easily by classmates and have more one on one time with professors! I truly recommend this college for any girl looking for an all girls school!
The fall 2020 acceptance rate for Alverno College is 80%. That means, out of _____ applications received in 2020, _____ students were offered admission.
What should every freshman at your school know before they start?
I'd just encourage students to check into schools at the beginning of their junior year, so that when they find the right school they can apply early. If they apply early, they can find out early if they got in or not and make arrangements to apply to some other schools that didn't make it on to their first top ten list. This way they have a back up and they aren't forced to go anywhere. I'd also encourage everyone to check everything from cost of classes to even getting to know staff a head of time; this allows the student to see if the school is as promising as their brochure makes them out to be. As for the most out of college life, it all comes natural if you have no money, homing or working problems, so get all your personal issues out of the way ASAP.
The teachers commitment to students at Alverno is absolutely the best quality. They believe the core values and eight abilities which Alverno is based on and show it in their teachings.
What do you consider the worst thing about your school? Why?
The worst thing about my school is the lack of a student union or pool. Most Universities have student unions where a student can go to relax and unwind after a long day of class and studying. Our school does not have this since we are a smaller school.
My Classmates at Alverno are diverse in many aspects like age, socioeconomic statues, and culture, but we all contain the same goal of graduating college and getting our dream jobs.
Here's your chance: Say anything about your college!
Alverno gives validations in certain skill sets such as, problem solving, analysis, global perspectives,etc. These take the place of standard grading. The skills that Alverno provides are key in being sucessful upon graduation instead of just regurgitating information. Alverno also offers scholarships/grants to the majority of students. This helps in keeping the cost down. Classes also are no bigger than 20 students so you get one on one time with professors instead of being lost in a sea of 300 students in a lecture hall. This school really works to meet the needs of each individual student.
What are the most popular student activities/groups?
No one group is more popular than another. The student activities board probably does the most because they are in charge of getting the students involved in what is going on.
What is the stereotype of students at your school? Is this stereotype accurate?
The stereotype is that all of the students are female and that they do not have to work as hard because there are no grades. However, this stereotype is not correct. Alverno College students work harder than at other colleges because Alverno College is small and the teachers care.
All students must apply yearly for financial aid. This process starts with the FAFSA.
Though financial aid deadlines vary by school, it is a good idea to apply as soon as possible. For the upcoming school year, you can apply as early as October 1 for the FAFSA. Additional school aid will be dependent on the FAFSA results.
100% of students attending Alverno College receive some sort of financial aid.
64% were awarded federal grants.74%received federal loans. Many students do also need to apply for additional private student loans.
