Established in 1859, Valparaiso University is a non-profit private higher-education institution located in the suburban setting of the large town of Valparaíso (population range of 10,000-49,999 inhabitants), Indiana. Officially accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, Valparaiso University (VU) is a small (uniRank enrollment range: 4,000-4,999 students) coeducational US higher education institution formally affiliated with the Christian-Lutheran religion. Valparaiso University (VU) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as pre-bachelor degrees (i.e. certificates, diplomas, associate or foundation), bachelor degrees, master degrees, doctorate degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study matrix below for further details. This 161 years old US higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic record and grades. The admission rate range is 80-90% making this US higher education organization a least selective institution. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment. VU also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, housing, sports facilities, financial aids and/or scholarships, study abroad and exchange programs, online courses and distance learning opportunities, as well as administrative services.
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Name | Valparaiso University |
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Acronym | VU |
Founded | 1859 |
Motto | In Tua Luce Videmus Lucem In Thy Light We See Light |
Colours | Brown and gold |
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Address | US Highway 30 and Sturdy Road Valparaíso 46383 Indiana United States |
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Tel | +1 (219) 464 5000 |
Fax | +1 (219) 464 5381 |
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Undergraduate | Postgraduate | |
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Local students |
over 20,000 US$ (14,700 Euro) |
10,000-12,500 US$ (7,400-9,200 Euro) |
International students |
over 20,000 US$ (14,700 Euro) |
10,000-12,500 US$ (7,400-9,200 Euro) |
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Gender | Men and Women (coed) |
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International Students | Yes, international applicants are welcome to apply for admission |
Selection Type | Yes, based on entrance examinations and students' past academic record and grades |
New Admission Requirements | - Secondary school GPA is recommended - Secondary school rank is recommended - Secondary school record is required - Completion of college-preparatory program is recommended - Recommendations are recommended - Formal demonstration of competencies is recommended - Admission test scores are recommended - Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) is required - Other Tests (Wonderlic, WISC-III, etc.) are neither required nor recommended |
Admission Rate | 80-90% |
Admission Office | Duesenberg Welcome Center, 1620 Chapel Drive Valparaiso 46383-6493 (219) 464 5011 888 468 2576 |
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Student Enrollment | 4,000-4,999 |
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Academic Staff | 400-499 |
Control Type | Private |
Entity Type | Non-Profit |
Academic Calendar | Semesters |
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Campus Setting | Suburban |
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Basic Classification | Doctoral/Professional Universities |
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2000 Classification | Masters Colleges and Universities I |
Size & Setting | Four-year, medium, highly residential institution |
Enrollment Profile | High undergraduate |
Undergraduate Profile | Four-year, full-time, more selective, higher transfer-in institution |
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Undergraduate Instructional Program | Balanced arts & sciences/professions, some graduate coexistence |
Graduate Instructional Program | Special Focus: Two-Year Institution |
Study Abroad | Yes |
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Distance Learning | Yes |
Academic Counseling | Yes |
Career Services | Yes |
Institutional Hospital | Not reported |
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