Graduate & Adult Education
At Alvernia, we support and affirm people in the pursuit of changing their lives for good. If the vision you have of your life includes making an impact on the world, up-leveling your career growth, building a better life for your family, serving your community or becoming the leader you’ve always known yourself to be, join us to kick-start your next steps. You’ve got the grit and the determination; we’ll give you the tools to build it into reality.
An Alvernia Comeback Lasts a Lifetime
Next Term Begins May 11
Program Offerings
- Addictions and Mental Health Treatment
- Addictions and Mental Health Treatment Certificate
- Business Administration and Management
- Business (Associate Degree)
- Business Analytics
- Criminal Justice
- Digital Media Marketing
- Early Childhood Education (Grades PreK-4)
- Early Childhood Education (PreK-4) with Special Education (PreK-12)
- Emergency Medicine Management (Associate Degree)
- Finance
- Healthcare Administration
- Healthcare Science
- Human Problems and Sustainable Solutions
- Human Resource Management
- Psychology
- RN to BSN Completion Program
- Social Work
- Master of Arts in Clinical Counseling
- Master of Arts in Organizational Leadership
- Master of Business Administration
- Master of Education programs
- Graduate Teaching Certifications (Principal Certification, Superintendent's Letter of Eligibility, Special Education, Certificate in Disabilities and Inclusive Communities)
- Master of Science in Nursing
- Master of Science in Athletic Training
- Master of Science in Data Analytics
- Master of Medical Science in Physician Associate Studies
- Master of Science in Occupational Therapy
- Master of Social Work
Upcoming Admissions Events
Adult Bachelor’s Degree Virtual Information Session
- Apr 14, 2026
- 4:30 PM - 6:30 PM
- Zoom Virtual Event
Students in our adult bachelor's programs are invited to attend a virtual information session, where you will learn about the opportunities and resources available to you as an Alvernia student.
Grad & Adult Admissions
Master of Social Work Information Session
- Apr 21, 2026
- 5:00 PM - 6:00 PM
- Zoom Virtual Event
Join us for a virtual information session on April 21, where you’ll learn more about our Master of Social Work program.
Grad & Adult Admissions
Business Programs: Online Accelerated Bachelor’s Degree Virtual Information Session
- Apr 22, 2026
- 4:00 PM - 4:30 PM
- Zoom Virtual Event
Join Alvernia University for a virtual information session on April 22, where you’ll learn more about our Header School of Business online accelerated bachelor’s degree programs. Students learn from accomplished practitioners who not only have years of experience in their respective fields but also research and publish on the latest business trends.
Grad & Adult Admissions
Business & Leadership: Online MBA & MAOL Virtual Info Session
- Apr 22, 2026
- 4:30 PM - 5:00 PM
- Zoom Virtual Event
Learn more about Alvernia University's online Master of Business Administration and Master of Arts in Organizational Leadership degree programs at this online virtual information session.
• Through the flexible online format, MBA students can fit their studies into their busy schedules while learning from faculty who have real-world expertise.
• The MAOL program prepares professionals to meet the unique leadership challenges of the 21st century and effectively lead teams, groups and organizations in a complex and dynamic global environment.
Grad & Adult Admissions
Inside the Ph.D. – Join a Live Doctoral Class at Alvernia
- Apr 23, 2026
- 5:15 PM - 7:30 PM
Join us for a live doctoral class at Alvernia University on April 23, where you’ll learn more about our Ph.D. options, which include Doctor of Occupational Therapy, Doctor of Philosophy in Leadership, Doctor of Physical Therapy and Ed.D. in Transformative Education.
Grad & Adult Admissions
The Leadership Pathway: From Master’s to Ph.D.
- Jun 23, 2026
- 5:30 PM - 6:30 PM
- Zoom Virtual Event
Join us for The Leadership Pathway: From Master’s to Ph.D. at Alvernia University on June 23, where you’ll learn more about our Ph.D. options.
Grad & Adult Admissions
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