School Overview
Viterbo University (commonly referred as “Viterbo”) is a private four-year liberal arts university affiliated with the Roman Catholic Church. It is located in Diocese of La Crosse in the city of La Crosse, Wisconsin. It was founded as the St. Rose Normal School in 1890 by the Franciscan Sister of Perpetual Adoration, a Catholic congregation for women. In 1923, the school began offering four-year colllege degree programs at which time it changed its name to St. Rose Junior College. In 1937, the college changed its name once more; this time to Viterbo College. In the fall of 2000, the institution’s name one changed to Viterbo University to reflect its status as a state university.
Viterbo offers a large selection bachelor’s and master’s degree programs in a variety of disciplines. Some of the more popular programs at Viterbo include its bachelor’s degree in nursing and bachelor’s degree in theater. At the graduate level, several programs, including the Masters of Servant Leadership, are quite popular among students. In all, Viterbo offers over 77 undergraduate majors and minors, and 4 graduate degree programs.
Currently, Viterbo has a total annual enrollment of roughly 3,100 students (2,200 undergraduate and 900 graduate). Even though the university offers a decent select of graduate programs, it is still considered an undergraduate institution.
General Information
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Admission Office 900 Viterbo Drive La Crosse, WI 54601-8804 (608) 796-3010 (800) 848-3726 Fax: (608) 796-3020 [email protected] Contact: Roland Nelson Vice President for Enrollment |
Main Address 900 Viterbo Drive La Crosse, WI 54601-8804 (608) 796-3060 www.viterbo.edu |
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Size Total undergrads: 2,093 First-time degree-seeking freshmen: 365 Degree-seeking undergrads: 1,997 Graduate enrollment: 851 Setting |
Degrees offered: |
Admissions Information
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Application Fee College has an application fee: Yes Regular application fee: $25 Online application fee: Free |
Enrollment Rates Percent applicants admitted: 86% Percent of students who return for sophomore year: 69% |
College Majors
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Arts, Visual & Performing Art – General B Biological & Biomedical Sciences Biochemistry B Business, Management, & Marketing Accounting B Communications & Journalism Organizational Communication B Computer & Information Sciences Computer/Information Sciences – General B Education Art Teacher Education B English Language & Literature English Language & Literature – General B Foreign Language & Literature Spanish B Health Professions & Clinical Sciences Clinical/Medical Laboratory Technology B Liberal Arts & Sciences General Studies A Mathematics Mathematics – General B Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies Biological/Physical Sciences B Parks, Recreation & Fitness Exercise Sciences B Philosophy & Religion Philosophy B Physical Sciences Chemistry B Psychology Psychology – General B Public Administration & Services Social Work B Security & Protective Services Criminal Justice Studies B Social Sciences Social Sciences – General B Theological Studies & Religious Vocations Ministry B |
Degree levels for each major are designated by the following letters:
B = Bachelor’s degree C = Certificate or diploma |
*We do not guarantee the accuracy of information on this page. All information is subject to change. You should confirm all information with a college admissions officer.
Viterbo University Highlights
School Information
| Phone Number: | (608) 796-3001 |
| Website: | www.viterbo.edu |
| Type of School: | 4-year, Private non-profit |
| Apply Online: | www.viterbo.edu/admission/steps-apply |
| Address: | 900 Viterbo Drive, La Crosse, WI 54601-8804 |
| Setting: | City: Small |
| Campus Housing: | Yes |
Students & Programs
| Student Population: | 2,598 |
| 6-yr Graduation Rate (Bachelor's): | 46% |
| Student-to-faculty Ratio: | 11 to 1 |
| Distance Learning Programs: | Yes |
| Distance Learning Students*: | 1,709 (66% of total students) |
| Degree Levels Offered: | Certificates, Associates, Bachelor's, Master's, Doctorate |
* Students taking at least 1 distance learning course
Tuition & Financial Aid*
| In-state Tuition: | $27,970 |
| Out-of-state Tuition: | $27,970 |
| % of Students Receiving Financial Aid: | 100% |
| Avg. Amount of Grant or Scholarship Aid Awarded: | $17,941 |
* Full-time beginning undergraduate students. Financial aid is available to those who qualify.
Viterbo University Programs
See the degree programs that are offered at Viterbo University.
| Degree Name | Cert | Assoc | Bach | Mast | Doct |
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| Biological and Biomedical Sciences | 3 | ||||
| Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services | 1 | 7 | 1 | ||
| Education | 27 | 13 | 3 | ||
| Engineering | 1 | ||||
| English Language and Literature/Letters | 1 | ||||
| Foreign Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics | 1 | 1 | |||
| Health Professions and Related Programs | 3 | 4 | 3 | ||
| History | 1 | ||||
| Homeland Security, Law Enforcement, Firefighting, and Related Protective Service | 2 | ||||
| Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities | 1 | 1 | |||
| Mathematics and Statistics | 1 | ||||
| Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies | 2 | ||||
| Parks, Recreation, Leisure and Fitness Studies | 2 | ||||
| Philosophy and Religious Studies | 2 | ||||
| Physical Sciences | 2 | ||||
| Psychology | 1 | ||||
| Public Administration and Social Service Professions | 1 | ||||
| Social Sciences | 1 | ||||
| Theology and Religious Vocations | 1 | 1 | |||
| Visual and Performing Arts | 12 | ||||
| Grand total | 32 | 1 | 59 | 8 |
* Based on programs that produced 2018-2019 graduates
Tuition & Financial Aid
See what it costs to enroll at Viterbo University and how many students are receiving scholarships, grants, or loans as financial aid to help cover the costs of tuition.
Undergraduate Student Tuition
Average tuition and fees for academic year:
| Tuition and Fees | 2018-2019 |
|---|---|
| In-state | $27,970 |
| Out-of-state | $27,970 |
| Books and supplies | $1,000 |
Graduate Student Tuition
Average tuition and fees for academic year:
| Tuition and Fees | 2018-2019 |
|---|---|
| In-state | $8,560 |
| Out-of-state | $8,560 |
Undergraduate Student Financial Aid, 2017-2018
Full-time Beginning Undergraduate Students
| Type of Aid | Number Receiving Aid | % Receiving Aid | Avg. Amt. of Aid |
|---|---|---|---|
| Any student financial aid | 287 | 100% | – |
| Grant or scholarship aid | 286 | 100% | $17,941 |
| Student loan aid | 213 | 74% | $7,133 |
All Undergraduate Students
| Type of Aid | Number Receiving Aid | % Receiving Aid | Avg. Amt. of Aid |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grant or scholarship aid | 1,524 | 86% | $13,951 |
| Federal student loans | 1,208 | 68% | $8,176 |
Admissions & Enrollment
See the admission requirements for Viterbo University. Find out how many students apply and how many are accepted. View a graphical breakdown of the gender, age, and ethnicity of currently enrolled Viterbo University students.
Undergraduate Admissions, Fall 2019
| Total | Male | Female | |
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| Number of applicants | 1,372 | 367 | 1,005 | Percent admitted | 100% | 65% | 80% |
| Percent admitted who enrolled | 21% | 21% | 22% |
Admissions Considerations
| Required | Recommended | Optional | |
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| Secondary school GPA | |||
| Secondary school rank | |||
| Secondary school record | |||
| Completion of college-preparatory program | |||
| Recommendations | |||
| Formal demonstration of competencies | |||
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| Other Test (Wonderlic, WISC-III, etc.) | |||
| TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language |
Viterbo University Enrollment, Fall 2019
| Total Enrollment | 2,598 |
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| Undergraduate enrollment | 1,714 |
| Graduate enrollment | 884 |
Undergraduate Attendance
Undergraduate Gender
Undergraduate Age
Undergraduate Race/Ethnicity
Undergraduate Distance Education
Undergraduates taking 100%, Some, or No Distance Education
Graduate Distance Education
Graduate students taking 100%, Some, or No Distance Education
Viterbo University Accreditation
This institution is accredited by Higher Learning Commission
Specialized institution accreditations:
- Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics, Accreditation Council for Education in Nutrition and Dietetics
- Dietetics (DIET) - Coordinated Program in Dietetics
- Dietetics (DIETI) - Dietetic Internship
- Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education
- Nursing (CNURED) - Nursing education programs at the baccalaureate degree levels
- Nursing (CNURED) - Nursing education programs at the graduate degree levels
- Nursing (CNDNP) - Nursing education programs at the doctorate degree levels
- National Association of Schools of Music, Commission on Accreditation
- Music (MUS) - Institutions and units within institutions offering degree-granting and/or non-degree-granting programs
- National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education
- Teacher Education (TED) - Baccalaureate and graduate programs for the preparation of teachers and other professional personnel for elementary and secondary schools
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