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Viterbo University is a Roman Catholic, liberal arts university located in La Crosse, Wisconsin, United States. It was founded in 1890 as St. Rose Normal School by Franciscan Sisters of Perpetual Adoration. The college began offering classes from 1923. It was granted university status on September 4, 200, and was renamed Viterbo University. The university offers a wide variety of degrees and programs in diverse areas of study.
Viterbo University’s athletics department sponsors several men’s and women’s sports teams. They participate in a wide variety of sports including baseball, basketball, cross country, golf, and soccer. The athletic teams are nicknamed the V-Hawks. The university is a member of the Midwest Collegiate Conference (MCC) and the National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics (NAIA).
Viterbo University can be found in La Crosse, WI (a small city). One of the defining characteristics of the school is its status as a Roman Catholic school. Viterbo University is a private, not-for-profit institution. The Post-Master's certificate is the highest degree at the school.
The most common majors at Viterbo University are in education and teaching and nursing and emergency medicine.
The school does not have an open admissions system. Not everyone who applies is accepted.
A tenure system is one way Viterbo University works to keep a high-quality staff.
In 2007, 3,088 students were enrolled in the school. Older adults are in evidence at Viterbo University, often seeking career changing education. A very high share of students at the school are female.
Viterbo University offers students meal plans. The school student athletes compete in Midwest Classic Conference competitions.
More complete details are provided below.
Viterbo University
900 Viterbo Drive
La Crosse, WI 54601-8804
General Phone: (608) 796-3000
http://www.viterbo.edu
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Education And Teaching | 536 | teacher education, elementary school teaching, secondary teaching, educational administration, social studies teaching, Spanish teaching, music teaching, math teaching, ... |
| Nursing And Emergency Medicine | 163 | registered nursing, nurse practitioner, nursing administration, various nursing |
| Business And Management | 80 | business administration, business management, marketing, accounting, MIS |
| Liberal Arts | 54 | interdisciplinary studies, liberal arts and sciences, general studies, social services, English, Spanish language, sociology, English language and literature |
| Religion And Philosophy | 23 | theology and religious vocations, theological and ministerial studies, religious education, philosophy and religious studies, religion |
| Science | 20 | biology, chemistry, biochemistry, biopsychology |
| Therapy And Counseling | 17 | psychology |
| Family And Social Work | 13 | social work |
| Security And Law Enforcement | 12 | criminal justice and safety |
| Art Studies | 10 | visual and performing arts, arts management, art studies |
| Nutrition And Exercise Therapy | 9 | dietitian |
| Drama And Performing Arts | 8 | drama |
| Computer Science And Engineering | 5 | computer and info science |
| Design | 5 | graphic design, design and visual communication |
| Music | 3 | music, music pedagogy, music performance |
| Mathematics | 1 | mathematics |
| Medical Support And Technology | 0 | health service and sciences |
Number of programs and degrees for Viterbo University in 2007:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Master's degree | 509 | 9 |
| Bachelor's degree | 397 | 50 |
| Post-master's certificate | 30 | 2 |
| Postbaccalaureate certificate | 17 | 1 |
| Associate's degree | 6 | 1 |
In 2007, Viterbo University had a total enrollment of 3,088 students (2,278 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 30% |
| Women | 67% |
| Full-Time | 98% |
| Part-Time | 2% |
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 17% |
| Graduate | 83% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 79% |
| Black | 1% |
| Hispanic | 1% |
| Asian | 1% |
| American Indian | 0% |
| Unknown | 19% |
| (Foreign Students) | 0% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 2% |
| 18-19 | 19% |
| 20-21 | 15% |
| 22-24 | 12% |
| 25-29 | 12% |
| 30-34 | 10% |
| 35-39 | 8% |
| 40-49 | 13% |
| 50-64 | 7% |
Incoming (Freshman) Students by Place of Residence:
(From available data sampling)
| Residence | Percent |
|---|---|
| Wisconsin | 77% |
| Minnesota | 17% |
| Illinois | 2% |
| (International Students) | 1% |
| Iowa | 1% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 74 % |
| Part-Time | 67 % |
Viterbo University offers campus housing for 561 of its 2,278 (full-time) students. Freshmen are required to live on campus.
(Please refer to our profile of La Crosse, Wisconsin for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other Wisconsin Colleges).
The school offers students a meal plan with 19 meals per week.
Acceptances:
| Group | Applicants | Accepted | Percent Accepted | Enrolled | Percent of Accepted Enrolled |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 1,148 | 1,013 | 88% | 368 | 36% |
| Men | 328 | 290 | 88% | 111 | 38% |
| Women | 820 | 723 | 88% | 247 | 34% |
Standardized Test Scores:
| Test | 25th Percentile | 75th Percetile |
|---|---|---|
| ACT Verbal | 19 | 25 |
| ACT Math | 19 | 25 |
| ACT Composite | 20 | 24 |
Application Requirements:
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| GPA | required |
| Class Rank | recommended |
| High School Record | required |
| College Prep Program | recommended |
| Recommendations | recommended |
| Formal Demonstration of Competence | recommended |
| Standardized Tests (SAT and/or ACT) | required |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting ACT | 95% |
| TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) | recommended |
| Other Standardized Tests | not required |
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 18,590 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 18,590 |
| Room and board | $ 6,140 |
| Room charge | $ 2,800 |
| Board (meal plan) charge | $ 3,340 |
| Books and supplies | $ 850 |
| Other expenses | $ 2,500 |
Financial Aid:
Viterbo University participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 391100)
Viterbo University has a tenure system for faculty.
Tenure Status of Faculty (2007):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Men | Women |
|---|---|---|
| Tenured | 31 | 36 |
| Non-tenured, but on tenure track | 17 | 25 |
| Non-tenured and not on tenure track | 4 | 7 |
Salaries for full-time faculty:
Full-Time Faculty (2007):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professor | academic year | 10 | $65,961 | 7 | $61,307 |
| Associate professor | academic year | 24 | $53,372 | 29 | $55,293 |
| Assistant professor | academic year | 12 | $46,543 | 19 | $47,202 |
| Instructor | academic year | 1 | * | 6 | $37,959 |
| Lecturer | academic year | 0 | * | 1 | * |
| All faculty total | academic year | 47 | $54,068 | 62 | $51,473 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Athletic Conferences:
| Sport | Conference |
|---|---|
| Basketball | Midwest Classic Conference |
| Baseball | Midwest Classic Conference |
Students on Athletic Scholarships (2007):
| Sport | Men | Women | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 24 | 40 | 64 |
| Basketball | 7 | 13 | 20 |
| Baseball | 6 | 0 | 6 |
| All Other Sports | 11 | 27 | 38 |
ART STUDIES
Art/Art Studies, General
Arts Management
Visual and Performing Arts, General
BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT
Accounting
Business Administration and Management, General
Business Administration, Management and Operations, Other
Management Information Systems, General
Marketing/Marketing Management, General
COMPUTER SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING
Computer and Information Sciences, General
DESIGN
Design and Visual Communications, General
Graphic Design
DRAMA AND PERFORMING ARTS
Drama and Dramatics/Theatre Arts, General
EDUCATION AND TEACHING
Art Teacher Education
Biology Teacher Education
Business Teacher Education
Chemistry Teacher Education
Drama and Dance Teacher Education
Educational Leadership and Administration, General
Elementary Education and Teaching
English/Language Arts Teacher Education
Mathematics Teacher Education
Music Teacher Education
Science Teacher Education/General Science Teacher Education
Secondary Education and Teaching
Social Studies Teacher Education
Spanish Language Teacher Education
Teacher Education/Profess Development, Levels & Methods, Other
Technology Teacher Education/Industrial Arts Teacher Education
FAMILY AND SOCIAL WORK
Social Work
LIBERAL ARTS
English Language and Literature, General
English Language and Literature/Letters, Other
General Studies
Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies
Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other
Social Sciences, General
Sociology
Spanish Language and Literature
MATHEMATICS
Mathematics, General
MEDICAL SUPPORT AND TECHNOLOGY
Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, General
MUSIC
Music Pedagogy
Music Performance, General
Music, General
NURSING AND EMERGENCY MEDICINE
Family Practice Nurse/Nurse Practitioner
Nursing Administration (MSN, MS, PhD)
Nursing, Other
Nursing/Registered Nurse (RN, ASN, BSN, MSN)
NUTRITION AND EXERCISE THERAPY
Dietetics/Dietitian (RD)
RELIGION AND PHILOSOPHY
Philosophy and Religious Studies, Other
Religion/Religious Studies
Religious Education
Theological and Ministerial Studies, Other
Theology and Religious Vocations, Other
SCIENCE
Biochemistry
Biology/Biological Sciences, General
Biopsychology
Chemistry, General
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Viterbo University Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| % of degrees in education and teaching (vs. all colleges) | Top 3% |  |
| Female % of student body (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 5% | |
| % of full-time faculty on tenure track (vs. all colleges) | Top 13% | |
| Number of degree programs (vs. all colleges) | Top 13% | |
| % students 40 years or older (vs. all colleges) | Top 15% | |
| % of degrees in nursing and emergency medicine (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 17% | |
Notable:
Roman Catholic affiliation Accepts some high school credits Offers credit for life experience Grants credits for AP courses Offers distance learning Offers weekend classes Career counseling Career services Student employment services Remedial classes for students Option to study abroad Offers part-time study On-campus library Offers campus housing Offers a board (meal) plan Tenure system for quality teaching Has ROTC (army) Offers athletic scholarships
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