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94.2%Acceptance
$46,588Tuition
2,229Students
67%Grad Rate (6-yr)
$63,191Earnings
Private nonprofit4-yearSAT/ACT Test OptionalResearch UniversityNCAA Division IStudy AbroadData: 2023-24Lutheran Church in America

Admissions Details

Acceptance Rate
94.2%
Average SAT
1,250
SAT Range (25th–75th)
1,140–1,360
ACT Composite (avg)
29
Total Enrollment
2,229

Admissions Overview

Valparaiso University has open admission with a 94% acceptance rate. Nearly all qualified applicants get in, making this a safety school for most students. The middle 50% of admitted students score between 1140-1360 on the SAT or around 29 on the ACT. These scores reflect the university's Lutheran values of accessibility while maintaining academic standards. The 78% retention rate suggests students who enroll generally find what they're looking for. Valpo seeks students who want personalized attention in engineering, business, or liberal arts programs within a faith-based community. The school values character alongside academics, looking for students who will thrive in its close-knit Lutheran environment.