Alvernia University Admission Requirements
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Alvernia University Admission Overview
Alvernia University admission requirements are competitive. Last year Alvernia University admitted 58.1% of applicants. Enrolled freshmen typically had about a 3.41 GPA (B+) and SAT 1093-1286. Alvernia University is test-optional, so you choose whether to send SAT or ACT. Those figures describe last year's class, not a score you must hit.
Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025
Alvernia University is test-optional. You choose whether to send SAT or ACT.
Alvernia University Acceptance Rate
Admission Rate & Difficulty
Acceptance rate Share of applicants offered admission last year.
Admission Standards Measure of enrolled testers' SAT/ACT scores vs. other colleges.
Applicant Competition Measure of this school's acceptance rate vs. other colleges. A low acceptance rate indicates high competition.
Average
Admission difficulty for Alvernia University
Acceptance Rate
The Alvernia University acceptance rate is 58.1%. Last year, 3,318 of 5,715 applicants were admitted. That is the 23rd lowest acceptance rate in Pennsylvania.
Admission Selectivity
How hard is it to get into Alvernia University and can you get accepted?
Alvernia University is a competitive school to get into, turning away a substantial share of applicants. You have a good chance of acceptance if you meet last year's profile.
Alvernia University typically attracts "B+" average high school students with an average GPA around 3.41. 13% of those admitted chose to enroll.
Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025
Alvernia University GPA
GPA of enrolled freshmen
Avg. High School GPA The average high school GPA for incoming freshmen on a 4.0 scale.
3.41Typical High School Grades Letter grade on a 4.0 scale for last year's average, not a cutoff.
B+Average GPA (4.0 Scale) 3.41
Average GPA
Enrolled freshmen at Alvernia University typically have around a 3.41 GPA (B+) on a 4.0 scale. That is last year's class average, not a cutoff. Enrolled students typically have above average high school grades. Alvernia University is test-optional. If you withhold SAT or ACT, GPA carries more weight.
The school ranks #62 in Pennsylvania for highest average GPA.
See additional colleges accepting applicants in the 3.4 GPA range.
Competitiveness by GPA Ranges
Share of last year's freshmen in each GPA range, compared with the rest of the class.
GPA Data Source, Peterson's Data 2024
Alvernia University SAT Scores
SAT scores of enrolled freshmen
SAT Range The middle 50% of enrolled testers who sent SAT. The maximum score is 1600.
1093-1286Freshmen who sent SAT Share of enrolled freshmen who submitted SAT scores. This is enrolled testers, not all applicants.
6%25th Percentile Scores
- Reading 570
- Math 523
- Composite 1093
75th Percentile Scores
- Reading 658
- Math 628
- Composite 1286
Average SAT
Enrolled testers at Alvernia University typically score around a 1190 SAT (middle 50% 1093–1286) out of 1600. That is last year's class, not a cutoff. The average SAT of enrolled testers is about the 74th percentile nationally. Alvernia University ranks #40 in the state of Pennsylvania for highest average SAT composite score.
SAT Range (25th-75th Percentile) 1093 to 1286
SAT policy
Alvernia University is test-optional. You choose whether to send SAT. If you send a score, it is considered.
View other colleges which accept students in the 1190 SAT score range.
Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025
How SAT scores compare with last year's enrolled testers
This table compares SAT ranges with last year's enrolled testers and the school's acceptance rate. It is not a personal chance of admission. If you withhold SAT, skip this table.
Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025
Alvernia University ACT Scores
ACT scores among enrolled freshmen
ACT Range Mid-50 ACT composite among enrolled testers who sent ACT. The scale tops out at 36.
Not ReportedFreshmen reporting ACT Percent of enrolled freshmen who reported ACT. Counts enrolled testers, not the full applicant pool.
-25th Percentile Scores
- English N/A
- Math N/A
- Composite N/A
75th Percentile Scores
- English N/A
- Math N/A
- Composite N/A
Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025
Estimate How You Compare
See how your GPA and scores compare with last year's enrolled testers. You can mark that you will withhold scores.
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Admission Statistics
Admission and enrollment rates by gender are detailed in the table below.
Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025
Application Requirements
What are the requirements for admission to Alvernia University and what student information is used for admission decisions?
Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025
Application Fee
The cost for prospective students to apply to Alvernia University is $0. The school is free to apply to.
Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025
Credits Accepted
Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025
Admission summary
Alvernia University is test-optional for 2024-25. Last year it admitted 58.1% of applicants. Enrolled freshmen typically had about a 3.41 GPA (about an B+ average). Send SAT/ACT if you are at or above this campus mid-50 (1093-1286); otherwise withhold. Mid-50 scores, where shown, are enrolled testers, not cutoffs.
Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025
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Data source: NCES / IPEDS https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=210775.
GPA calculator: Alvernia University GPA calculator.
Last updated: August 2026