Valparaiso University (VU)

(Valparaiso, IN)

Valparaiso University enrolls approximately 4,000 students from most states and more than 40 countries, is nearly 150 years old, and offers more than 70 fields of study in our five colleges, graduate division and law school. But you'll discover that Valpo is much more than what can be described in a facts sheet.

Valpo consistently earns national recognition for the quality of its academic programs that integrate the best of the liberal arts with professional preparation, combining theory with practice. Our Lutheran heritage provides students freedom to connect their faith to life, our location provides quick access to the beauty of the Lake Michigan shore and the excitement of Chicago.

Admissions

91.2%
of Applicants Admitted

GPA

3.28
  • January 01, 2011
SAT Required

Test Score Ranges

25th percentile to 75th percentile
  • 1460–1860 SAT Total
  • 480–630 SAT Reading
  • 500–620 SAT Math
  • 480–610 SAT Writing
  • 22–29 ACT Composite
  • 22–29 ACT English
  • 21–29 ACT Math
  • 7–9 ACT Writing
TOEFL Required for intl students

Cost

$39,120
Annual tuition, fees, books, supplies, room and board
  • $28,320
  • $28,320
  • $9,600
  • $1,200

Will I Like It

3,090
number of undergraduates
  • 53% Women

Famous Alumni

Chris Bauman - Activist and CEO of FanFound

Beulah Bondi - Actress

Bryce Drew - Basketball Player

Jackie Lyden - Author and Senior Correspondent for NPR

Lloyd McClendon - Baseball Manager

Rebecca R. Pallmeyer - U.S. Federal Judge

Al Seib - Photojournalist

Kathi Seifert - Executive Vice President of Kimberly-Clark Corporation

Lowell Thomas - Writer and Broadcaster

Emily Watkins - Musician

Mailing Address

US Highway 30 and Sturdy Road
Valparaiso, IN 46383
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