We are excited for you and your family to come experience Alvernia University’s campus. Whether you are just starting the college search process, or narrowing down your choices, we want to offer you the opportunity to explore Alvernia University in a variety of ways. Each event hosted on campus for prospective students is designed to show a unique perspective of the student experience here at Alvernia. We hope to see you on campus soon! Go Wolves!


Here are some notable upcoming events:

 

Accepted Student Day

We are looking forward to meeting all of our admitted students at Accepted Student Days. This program will help you connect to other incoming students and provide an opportunity for you and your family to finalize your decision. You can expect to:

  • Learn more about yourself through a leadership training called “True Colors.”
  • Connect with other incoming students and meet potential classmates and roommates.
  • Take one more look around our campus, residence halls and facilities.
     

Your family members can:

  • Hear about how we support student success across the campus.
  • Have a one on one with Student Financial Services to understand your financial aid award and options.
  • Learn about how students can get involved both in and out of the classroom.


Senior Decision Day

We invite all Fall 2024 accepted and confirmed students to our Senior Decision Day on Friday, April 19! For accepted students, this day is an opportunity to officially enroll at Alvernia, pay your enrollment deposit, and join the Golden Wolf Community. Once confirmed, students can collaborate with our dedicated staff and current students to:
 

  • Complete the housing application or commuter petition
  • Tour first-year residence halls
  • Set up your Alvernia portal
  • Meet the Navigation team
  • Have a one on one with Student Financial Services to understand your financial aid award and options
  • Register for summer courses
  • Connect with other incoming students and meet potential classmates and roommates
     

Lunch will be provided in the Student Center Dining Hall for students and guests. Enjoy a personalized experience and meet your future community. We hope to see you soon!

 

Individual Visits

We invite you to visit us to experience the Alvernia Advantage. From the time you step on campus, you'll learn about our unique blend of liberal arts and technical training, experiential learning, expansive student life opportunities and deep commitment to community engagement. Getting to know each student is what sets Alvernia apart from others. When attending an individual visit, you are provided a one-on-one tour with a Golden Guide Ambassador, as well as a personalized meeting with an admissions counselor from your geographic region. Additional accommodations include meetings with faculty, Student Financial Services counselors, Accessibility Services, Academic Success. We hope to see you soon!
 

Information Sessions

Information Sessions are offered Tuesdays and Thursdays, starting at 10 a.m. This visit opportunity will include an admissions presentation, a campus tour and a FREE lunch provided in the Student Center Dining Hall.
 

Undergraduate Visits

Francis Hall Patio
One-On-One Campus Visit
Individual visits are held on weekdays at 9am, 11am and 1pm. We look forward to welcoming you to campus!

 

Take a Virtual Tour

Tour Alvernia's campus virtually. These self-guided visits include two dozen stops across Alvernia locations, featuring 360-degree panorama views, videos and more.

Launch Welcome - Francis Hall 

Alvernia Invites You To Campus

Main entrance to Alvernia University with banners
Open Houses
Visit the campus at one of our Open Houses
An exterior view of Alvernia's Tom and Helen Flynn Complex for Recreation, Wellness and Health Sciences (PLEX).
Summer Visit Days
Admissions & Financial Aid info plus a campus tour & lunch
A counselor meets with a group of students.
Transfer Events
Visits for students transferring from another school
Accepted Student Day
Senior Decision Day
Junior Preview Day
Junior Preview Day

Questions about events or the application process? Contact the Undergraduate Admissions office at 610-796-8269 or admissions@alvernia.edu. To chat via email with current Alvernia students about what it is like to live and learn on our campus, feel free to email our Golden Guide student ambassadors at golden.guides@alvernia.edu