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Key facts

  • Type
    Private
  • International students
    53
  • Nationalities
    9
  • Total programs
    60

Study abroad at Alvernia University

Alvernia University is a private Franciscan University located in Reading, Pennsylvania. The University offers a vibrant intellectual environment in which students learn, discover, give and grow as leaders with moral courage.

Alvernia is guided by Franciscan values and rooted in Catholic and liberal arts traditions. Students can choose from more than 50 undergraduate programs across four main colleges: College of Business, Communication and Leadership; College of Health Sciences; College of Humanities, Education and Social Sciences; College of Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Mathematics.

The University also offers degrees at the graduate level including master's and doctoral programs, as well as accelerated and adult education programs.

Alvernia's main campus boasts a thriving living and learning environment. The 121-acre campus is home to about 3,000 students and is within a short drive to Philadelphia, Baltimore, Washington DC, and New York City.

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Why study at Alvernia University

  • High ranking

    Alvernia has been ranked as a top national doctoral university (US News and World Report)

  • Experiential learning

    Apply knowledge through real-world and service learning opportunities and hands-on practice

  • Student safety

    Alvernia has been recognized for its exemplary efforts to student safety, well-being, and inclusion through online prevention programs (2021 Campus Prevention Network Seal of Prevention)

  • Small classes

    The University boasts a 12:1 student-faculty ratio, and an average class size of less than 20

Location

Alvernia University

400 St Bernardine St, Reading, PA 19607, USA

Reading is a historic city in the US state of Pennsylvania. It's the fourth-largest city in the state, and it boasts a lively and vibrant atmosphere for international students who choose to call Reading home.

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Fees and funding

Fee information

  • Undergraduate tuition

    USD$43,000 per year

  • Postgraduate tuition

    From USD$12,000 to USD$45,000 per year

Funding

Undergraduate Scholarships Alvernia University offers scholarships to each admitted international freshman and transfer student wishing to earn an undergraduate degree as a traditional day student at our main Reading campus. These merit scholarships are renewable for four years (up to eight semesters), all in the same amount.

Presidential Scholarship

  • Amount

    US$26,000 per year

  • Requirements

    Awarded to most academically talented students, outstanding academic performance and standardized test scores. Be a full-time, degree-seeking undergraduate student attending mostly daytime classes. Have earned a minimum 3.0 overall cumulative GPA by the May 1 scholarship application deadline. Meet English proficiency and financial specifications.

Trustees Scholarship

  • Amount

    US$25,000 per year

  • Requirements

    Qualified recipients, creatively adventurous students, with experiences, or achievements. Be a full-time, degree-seeking undergraduate student attending mostly daytime classes. Have earned a minimum 3.0 overall cumulative GPA by the May 1 scholarship application deadline. Meet English proficiency and financial specifications.

Veronica Founder's Scholarship

  • Amount

    US$23,000 per year

  • Requirements

    Qualified international students who exhibit leadership potential and a desire to serve as a cultural ambassador in the US. Be a full-time, degree-seeking undergraduate student attending mostly daytime classes. Have earned a minimum 3.0 overall cumulative GPA by the May 1 scholarship application deadline. Meet English proficiency and financial specifications.

Achievement Award

  • Amount

    US$21,000 per year

  • Requirements

    Maintain a full-time undergraduate status and meet satisfactory academic progress guidelines depending on GPA calculation.Be a full-time, degree-seeking undergraduate student attending mostly daytime classes. Have earned a minimum 3.0 overall cumulative GPA by the May 1 scholarship application deadline. Meet English proficiency and financial specifications.

Heritage Award

  • Amount

    US$19,000 per year

  • Requirements

    Full-time day students pursuing a bachelor's degree who maintain satisfactory academic requirements. Be a full-time, degree-seeking undergraduate student attending mostly daytime classes. Have earned a minimum 3.0 overall cumulative GPA by the May 1 scholarship application deadline. Meet English proficiency and financial specifications.

Currently, no scholarships/aid is available for international graduate students

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Visa requirements for Alvernia University

Many international students will require a visa to study in the US, and this is a vital step of your study abroad journey. Make sure you understand the requirements you may need to meet before applying.

USA student visa requirements

Life at Alvernia University

No matter where you are from, you'll be welcomed at Alvernia University as your new home. Students from all over the world currently live and study at Alvernia, so you won't be alone as an international student.

The International Admissions team is responsible for supporting you with everything from your visa process and requirements to your unique needs as an international student. On-campus housing is available to all students, with a range of dining options available.

New Student Orientation takes place the third week of August. This is a great opportunity to learn all about Alvernia, meet new people, and settle into campus life. An Alvernia representative will meet you at the airport and bring you to the main campus in Reading.

Outside of the classroom, there are more than 50 campus clubs and organizations you can get involved in to meet like-minded students. Clubs cover sports, community, academics, environment, theatre, and load of other areas, so there's bound to be something perfect for you.

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Facilities

  • Fitness Centre
    • Fitness Classes
    • Personal Trainers
    • Free Weights
    • Machines
    • Dance Studio
  • Healthcare & Medical
    • Campus Doctor
    • Campus Pharmacy
    • Travel Vaccinations
    • Counselling & Mental Health Services
  • Library
    • Individual Study Rooms
    • Quiet Areas
    • Computer labs
    • Group Study Rooms
  • All Weather Sports Pitches
    • Golf Coursenumber
    • Tennis Courts
    • Athletics Track
    • Basketball Courts
    • Baseball Pitches
    • volleyball courts
  • Tutoring Support
    • Peer & Buddy Program
    • Academic Tutoring & Support
    • Student Tutoring & Support
  • Sports Facilities
    • Natural Turf Soccer Pitches
    • Sport facilities
  • IT Support
    • Campus Wireless Connectivity
    • Loan Laptops
  • Transport
    • Campus parking
  • Food & Restaurants
    • Restaurants
    • Cafe’s
  • Clubs & Organisations
    • 55 Clubs & Organizations

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