VALPARAISO UNIVERSITY

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Valparaiso University

School Overview

Valparaiso University has a Lutheran Church - Missouri Synod religious affiliation.

The school's main campus is located at the edge of a large city (in Valparaiso, IN). The maximum program length is more than 4 years. The highest degree offered by the school is the Master's (and professional) degree.

Contacting the School

Us Hwy 30
Valparaiso, IN 46383
Main Phone: (219) 464-5000
Web Site: www.valpo.edu

Student Body Size and Diversity

In Fall 2002, the school had 3,434 (full-time equivalent) students. 99.7% of students attend full-time, while 0.3% attend part-time. In Fall 2002, 352 male students and 365 female students enrolled as first-time students (freshmen, typically). Male students comprised 49.1% of the student body, while females made up 50.9%.

Minority enrollment included African-American (3)%, Hispanic (3)%, and Asian (2)%.

School Selectivity

In the class starting in 2002, 25.3% of applicants were admitted.

Verbal SAT:
Three quarters of students scored at least 530. One quarter of students scored at least 630.

Math SAT:
On the Math SAT, 75% of students scored 530 or higher. One fourth of students scored 650 or higher.

Degree Levels

Certificate, < 1 year
Associate's Degree
Bachelor's Degree
Certificate, Post-Bachelor's
Master's Degree
Certificate, Post-Master's
First-Professional Degree

Degree Programs

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Area Cultural And Ethnic Studies

Area Studies

Business And Management

Communications

General Communications

Computer

Computer Science

Education

Engineering

English Language And Literature

General English Language

Environmental Conservation

Natural Resources Conservation

Health Care

Nursing

History And Social Sciences

Humanities And Liberal Arts

Liberal Arts

Interdisciplinary Studies

Law School And Legal

Law And Legal

Leisure Recreation And Fitness

Health And Fitness

Life Sciences

Literature And Language

Mathematics

Mathematics

Performing And Visual Arts

Philosophy And Religion

Philosophy

Physical Sciences

Psychology

Public Administration And Public Service

Social Work

Theology And Religious Vocations

Theological And Ministerial Studies

School Accreditation

Valparaiso University reports that it is nationally accredited. Accreditation is by an agency recognized by the US Dept. of Education.

Valparaiso University is accredited regionally by the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools, Commission on Institutions of Higher Education (NCACHE). The school is state accredited.

Athletics, Including Athletic Scholarships & Financial Aid

Valparaiso University belongs to the following athletic conferences:

Mid-Continent Conference (for basketball, baseball, and track & field).
(for football).

The school offers financial aid to athletes for football, basketball, baseball, track & field, other sports, and in general.

Special Student Services

Academic Services

Remedial assistance
Accelerated programs
AP credits
Distance learning options
Study abroad

Financial Flexibility

ROTC
Student employment services
Work-study (Co-op)
Career counseling
Placement services for graduates

Cost of Attending

In-State, Living On Campus:	$ 26,432
In-State, Living With Family:	$ 21,602
Out of State, Living On Campus:	$ 26,432

Admission Requirements

The school does not offer open admission; requirements include:

Required:

Secondary school rank is required.
Secondary school record is required.
Standardized test scores are required.
The TOEFL (if applicable) is required for international students.

Recommended (but not required):

Recommendations are recommended.
A college preparatory program is recommended.
A demonstration of competency (such as samples of work, e.g.) is recommended.

Neither Required Nor Recommended:

High-school GPA is neither required nor recommended.

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