Study at Valparaiso University

Valparaiso is in a large suburb, in Valparaiso, IN. The school has a Lutheran Church in America religious affiliation. Valparaiso is classified as a private, not-for-profit college. Students at the school earn degrees up to the Post-Master's certificate.

Course Topics

There are more programs of study at Valparaiso than you'll find at most colleges of similar size. There is a relatively broad range of courses and programs available at the school. The most common major fields study at Valparaiso include science and law.

Valparaiso Selectivity

The school does not admit all applicants. The middle range of verbal SAT scores in 2007 was 490 to 610 for students at Valparaiso. While math SAT scores among applicants varied, those accepted commonly had scores between 500 and 640. The school attracts a fair number of students from out of state.

Faculty

One indicator of school quality is the number of students per professor, and here Valparaiso does well in comparison to most schools. Some professors at the school are awarded tenure, allowing the school to retain good faculty members. Faculty salaries at Valparaiso are higher than most.

Student Enrollment

The school, in 2007, had 3,872 students (3,626 full-time equivalent).

Student Life

Dorm living is common. Athletic teams at the school belong to the Horizon League and Pioneer Football League for major sports.

The school reports its educational mission is:
"MISSION STATEMENT Valparaiso University, a community of learning dedicated to excellence and grounded in the Lutheran tradition of scholarship, freedom, and faith, prepares students to lead and serve in both church and society."