Valparaiso University (VU) is a four-year, private (not-for-profit) school located in Valparaiso, IN. It is classified as Doctoral / Research University by Carnegie Classification, also known as D/PU (Doctoral/Professional University). You can compare their tuition and admission statistics at D/PU (Doctoral/Professional University) comparison page.

The VU's 2024 tuition & fees is $46,588 for the academic year 2023-2024. 97% of the enrolled undergraduates have received grants or scholarships, with an average aid amount of $40,463.

For the academic year 2022-2023, the school has a total enrollment of 2,958 and the students to faculty ratio is 11 to 1 (9.09%).

VU's acceptance rate is 92.22% and the yield (enrollment rate) is 10.54%. The median SAT scores is 1200 and the ACT socre is 29.

VU ranked 19th in Indiana Colleges rankings. Valparaiso University is accredited by Higher Learning Commission.

2024 Tuition & Fees and 2025 Estimation

For undergraduate programs, the 2024 tuition & fees of Valparaiso University is $46,588. For graduate programs, its 2024 graduate school tuition & fees is $12,764.

The estimated 2025 tuition & fees for prospective students is $48,452 based on the current year tuition changes from last year. The estimated 2025 graduate school tuition & fees is $13,332.

Undergraduate$46,588
Graduate$12,764
Undergraduate$48,452
Graduate$13,332

The estimation for 2024-2025 tuition costs is based on the cost change rates of last year.


Admission Key Statistics

Acceptance Rate »92.22% Acceptance Rate / 10.54% Yield
Test Scores »1,200 SAT / 29 ACT
Graduation Rate »69%
Retention Rate77%(full-time), 100% (part-time)
Student to Faculty Ratio9.09% (11 to 1)
Student Population »2,958 (2,349 undergraduate)
Average Financial Aid »$40,463

Data source: IPEDS (Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System), College Scorecard

Learning Opportunities and Campus Services

Valparaiso University offers online classes (distance learning opportunities) for both undergraduate and graduate programs. It has ROTC programs and offers teacher certification programs designed to prepare students to meet the requirements for certification as teachers.

Special Learning Opportunities at VU
Learning Opportunities
ROTCArmy, Air Force
Weekend/Evening CollegeNo
Teacher CertificationYes
Study AbroadYes
On-Campus Services
Academic/career counseling serviceYes
Employment services for studentsYes
Placement services for completersYes
On-campus day care for students' childrenNo

Valparaiso University Directory Information

AddressUS Highway 30 and Sturdy Road, Valparaiso, IN 46383
Phone219-464-5000
WEBSchool's Website
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Veterans TuitionVeterans Benefit Information
AthleticAthletic Team Information
Disability ServiceDisability Services
School Typefour-year, private (not-for-profit)
Carnegie CategoryDoctoral / Research University
Highest Degree OfferedDoctor's degree

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