AU Move-In 2026
Welcome, Golden Wolves! We are so excited to have you back on campus on Friday, August 21, 2026, to move into your residence hall and start your New Student Orientation weekend!
Explore What Inspires You
Find Your Program
Online Degrees
Student-Teacher Ratio
of students gain real-world experience before graduation
of graduates are employed or in grad school within 6 months
hours of student-driven community service annually
Why Alvernia?
Breaking Ground, Remaining Grounded
At Alvernia, we care. When you are here, you feel it. Our Franciscan heritage fosters a culture of care that touches all of our students and employees. You're not just a number here. Our faculty members are accomplished scholars, experts in their fields and supportive mentors who are committed to their students’ success.
Upcoming Events
Information Session
- Aug 17, 2026
- 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Are you starting your college search? Come experience what it's like to be part of the Alvernia University community! Our Information Sessions are the perfect opportunity for prospective students and their families to explore campus, learn about academic programs, and discover what makes Alvernia unique.
Admissions
Application Completion Workshop
- Aug 17, 2026
- 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM
- Zoom Virtual Event
Join us for an Application Completion Workshop, where you’ll learn more about how to finalize your application to Alvernia University.
Grad & Adult Admissions
What's Possible With a Leadership Degree?
- Aug 17, 2026
- 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Join us for What's Possible With a Leadership Degree at Alvernia University on August 17, where you’ll learn more about our Leadership programs.
Grad & Adult Admissions
Anthony Kuklinski '23, MAOL '25
When an Alvernia student graduates, they are ready to face real life situations and go right into a workplace and do the best that they can possibly do. I just really, really love this school.
Community Engagement
Total Experience Learning®
At the Total Experience Learning (TExpL)® Institute, learning isn’t confined to the classroom, it’s an adventure that connects knowledge to the real world.
Holleran Center
The Holleran Center for Community and Global Engagement empowers students to engage with the community through service, learning, and leadership, creating meaningful impact in Reading and beyond.
O'Pake Institute
The O’Pake Institute for Economic Development and Entrepreneurship allows students to work with entrepreneurs, small businesses, regional partners and faculty.
Success Stories
"Alvernia recognized me as a person and gave me the love and care that I needed mentally," said former football captain Jamel Fleming '25. Read his story and other tales of leadership, service, and innovation that reflect Alvernia's mission. Ready to see where your story begins? Explore how you can join a community that leads with purpose.
Recent News
Alvernia University to renovate its newly secured Allentown location
In-person MBA classes to be offered in Lehigh Valley as a part of a new, hybrid format
Alvernia to welcome record incoming class this fall
Milestone marks the seventh consecutive year with over 475 new students
Nine Student Undergraduate Research Fellows Present Summer Projects
Faculty members provide mentorship and valuable experiential learning opportunity through annual SURF program
Locations
Alvernia has two instructional sites in Reading, a location in Pottsville and a soon-to-open Allentown location. It also offers courses and resources to residents in Montgomery County and North Philadelphia through partnerships in those regions.