Alvernia University
Reading, PA · Private · 2,152 undergrads
- Admit rate: 58.1% (5,491 applicants)
- SAT middle 50%: 1093–1286
- Undergraduates: 2,152 (3.2% international)
- Average net price: $28,138 (per year after aid)
- Graduation rate: 56% (within 6 years)
Deadlines
- Rolling: Rolling; applications opened Aug. 1, 2026
Essays
Honors letter of intent, question 1
Why would you like to be in the Honors Program?
Honors letter of intent, question 2
What talents or skills would you bring to the program that are important or unique?
Honors letter of intent, question 3
Which is more important to you good grades or enhanced understanding of a subject? Why?
Honors letter of intent, question 4
What is your dream job? How will your undergraduate education help you get there?
Editor's notes
- Visit campus before March 20, 2027. It adds a $2,000 Visit Award to your aid offer for fall 2027.
- If you have a 3.5 GPA and an SAT of 1170 or higher, consider sending the score even though it's waived. Those are the marks Alvernia uses to send Honors Program applications.
