Viterbo University
Viterbo University is one of the thirty-three private, not-for-profit 4-year colleges in Wisconsin. The campus is located in an urban area, in La Crosse.
According to the NCES 2017 report, a total of 2,796 students attend the school. In the 2017 fall enrollment, 288 freshman students enrolled, and approximately 204 students returned for their sophomore year (which makes its freshman retention rate 71%). Every year 55% of the graduating class students graduate in 150% of the time it takes to complete their studies.Viterbo University's in-state tuition for the 2017-2018 academic year was $26,460, and fees were $690. Out-of-state tuition and fees for the same period were $26,460 and $690 respectively.
Institution Overview
| Campus LocaleSmall City |
| Number of Students2,796 |
| Student to Faculty Ratio11:1 |
| Is Admission OpenNo |
| Religious Affiliation Roman Catholic |
| Level4-year |
| TypePrivate |
| Business ModelNot-for-profit |
| On Campus HousingYes |
| Retention Rate71% |
Nursing Programs
Nursing Programs Graduates (2017-2018 academic year)
| Number of Graduates | ||
|---|---|---|
| Degree type | Men | Women |
| Bachelor's degree | 0 | 0 |
| Master's degree | 0 | 0 |
| Post-master's certificate | 0 | 0 |
| Doctor's degree - professional practice | 1 | 5 |
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Accreditations
Institutional Accreditations
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North Central Association of Colleges and Schools, The Higher Learning Commission 01/01/1954 - Current |
Nursing Programs Accreditations
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Nursing (CNDNP) - Nursing education programs at the doctorate degree levels CCNE 05/05/2016 - Current |
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Nursing (CNURED) - Nursing education programs at the baccalaureate degree levels CCNE 04/21/2001 - Current |
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Nursing (CNURED) - Nursing education programs at the graduate degree levels CCNE 04/21/2001 - Current |
Admission
61%
Acceptance RateEnrolled students test score (Fall 2017)
| SAT | 1020 to 1190 |
| ACT | 21 to 26 |
Admission considerations
| Secondary school GPA Required |
| Secondary school rank Recommended |
| Secondary school record Required |
| Completion of college-preparatory program Recommended |
| Recommendations Recommended |
| Formal demonstration of competencies Recommended |
| Admission test scores (SAT/ACT) Required |
| TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) Recommended |
| Other Test (Wonderlic, WISC-III, etc.) Neither required nor recommended |
In addition to the college's admission requirements each nursing program might have its own admission criteria (such as: TEAS score, HESI A2 score, nursing prerequisites GPA, etc).
Cost to Attend
The following table details the reported cost of attendance per credit hour for the 2017-2018 academic year.
| Undergrad courses | ||
|---|---|---|
| In District Students | $775/credit | |
| In State Students | $775/credit | |
| Out of State Students | $775/credit | |
| Graduate courses | ||
|---|---|---|
| In District Students | $534/credit | |
| In State Students | $534/credit | |
| Out of State Students | $534/credit | |
Tuition Estimates
Based on the above credit hour costs, here is a sample tuition for different nursing programs.
| Program | Credit Hours | In district | In State | Out of State |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| LPN | 45 | $34,875 | $34,875 | $34,875 |
| ADN | 70 | $54,250 | $54,250 | $54,250 |
| BSN | 125 | $96,875 | $96,875 | $96,875 |
| FNP | 50 | $26,700 | $26,700 | $26,700 |
If you attend a private, for-profit school, usually the additional cost (besides tuition) is about 10% of the tuition. If you attend a public school or a not-for-profit private school, the additional cost is around 50% of the tuition.
Financial Aid
In 2017-2018 academic year, 99% of Viterbo University's students received financial aid. Below is the breakdown of the financial aid provided to students.
| Students Receiving Aid | Average Amount/Student | |
|---|---|---|
| Pell Grant | 28% | $4,347 |
| Other Federal Grant | 10% | $2,050 |
| State Grant & Scholarships | 27% | $3,067 |
| Institutional Grant & Scholarships | 99% | $14,865 |
| Federal Student Loans | 71% | $5,580 |
| Private Loans | 10% | $11,756 |
$20,457
Average Net PriceAverage Net Price by Family Income
| Less than $30,000$14,009 |
| $30,001 to $48,000$15,572 |
| $48,001 to $75,000$16,998 |
| $75,001 to $110,000$19,541 |
| Over $110,000$24,029 |
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Student Population
1,773
Undergrads
1,023
Graduates
2,063
Women
733
Men
65%
Full-time
35%
Par-time
Ethnic Diversity
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White |
89% |
|
Hispanic |
3% |
|
Two or more races |
2% |
|
Non-resident alien |
2% |
|
Black/African American |
2% |
|
Asian |
1% |
|
Race/ethnicity unknown |
1% |
|
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander |
0% |
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Data source: https://nces.ed.gov (2017-2018 colleges survey) and Wisconsin state board of nursing.
