Valparaiso University
Valparaiso, IN · Private nonprofit · Bachelor's degrees · Suburb
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About Valparaiso University
Valparaiso University (Valpo) is a private university in Valparaiso, Indiana, United States. It is an independent Lutheran university with five colleges. It enrolls nearly 2,300 students and has a 350-acre (140 ha) campus. The university is known for its Lutheran Christian heritage and has one of the largest chapels on a U.S. college campus. In 2025, it accepted 89% of applicants for enrollment.
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89%
Acceptance
$18,578
Net price
2,083
Enrollment
70%
Grad rate
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Academics
Graduation & retention rates
Value
Earnings vs. cost of attendance
Career Outcomes
Graduate earnings after 10 years
Affordability
Average net price after aid
Selectivity
How hard it is to get in
Diversity
Racial & ethnic balance of students
Grades are computed from official U.S. Department of Education metrics (graduation, cost, earnings, selectivity and student diversity).
Admissions
89%
Acceptance rate
1,178
SAT average
—
ACT midpoint
Bars show the middle 50% (25th–75th percentile) of admitted students.
Cost & Financial Aid
$18,578
Average net price
$48,450
In-state tuition
$48,450
Out-of-state tuition
$13,618
Room & board
$1,200
Books & supplies
$58,437
Total cost of attendance
27%
Students receiving Pell grants
52%
Students with federal loans
$26,942
Median student debt
Average net price by family income
Net price is the average annual cost after grants and scholarships for federally-aided students.
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After Graduation
$63,191
Median earnings (10 yrs)
$55,216
Median earnings (6 yrs)
70%
Graduation rate
75%
Retention rate
86%
Earn more than a HS grad
$11,626
Instructional spend / student
Student Body
2,083
Total enrollment
1%
Part-time
20
Avg. age at entry
29%
First-generation
Gender balance
Race & ethnicity
Valparaiso University FAQ
Is Valparaiso University a public or private school?
Valparaiso University is a private nonprofit institution located in Valparaiso, IN.
What is the acceptance rate at Valparaiso University?
Valparaiso University has an acceptance rate of 89%, based on the latest U.S. Department of Education data.
How much does Valparaiso University cost?
The average annual net price at Valparaiso University is $18,578 — the typical cost after grants and scholarships for federally-aided students. Published tuition is $48,450.
What is the graduation rate at Valparaiso University?
About 70% of students at Valparaiso University complete their degree, according to federal completion data.
How much do Valparaiso University graduates earn?
Ten years after enrolling, Valparaiso University students earn a median of $63,191 per year.
What SAT or ACT scores do you need for Valparaiso University?
Admitted students at Valparaiso University have an average SAT score of 1,178. Requirements vary, so check the school's admissions office for the latest.
How many students attend Valparaiso University?
Valparaiso University enrolls about 2,083 students.
Campus
Campus photo via Wikimedia Commons — Runner1928 · CC BY-SA 3.0. Additional images are representative.
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