Accepted Graduate and Doctorate Students
Welcome to Alvernia University. You’ve been accepted and we’re excited that you're here! Whether you're starting your graduate degree, pursuing your doctorate, or returning to school after time away, this is a major milestone. This page will walk you through the steps to officially enroll, prepare for your first semester, and access key resources. We’re here to support you at every point on your journey.
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- Confirm Your Enrollment
- Financial Aid & Planning
- Scholarships & Grant Opportunities
- Orientation & Academic Tools
- Graduate Assistantships
- Graduate Housing
Confirm Your Enrollment
To officially secure your spot in your program, log in to your Alvernia Application Portal and accept your offer of admission. Need help? Your Graduate Admissions Advisor is ready to assist.
Get Set Up with Your Alvernia Logins
Once enrolled, you'll receive your Student Logins Sheet with your Alvernia email address and account information. You can also access your Logins Sheet via the Application Portal. This gives you access to:
- Office 365 (email and student tools)
- Canvas (our learning management system)
- Self-Service (for course registration, billing, and financial aid)
Visit the Logins Page to begin.
Financial Aid & Payment Options
File Your FAFSA
If you haven’t already, complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) using Alvernia’s school code: 003233. Once your FAFSA is on file and you’re registered, you’ll receive a financial aid letter from Student Financial Services outlining your options.
Employer Tuition Reimbursement
If your employer offers tuition assistance, be sure to submit the Tuition Deferment Form. This will defer your payment due date to 30 days after the completion of your course to allow for reimbursement to be received. This form must be completed every semester you enroll and plan to receive reimbursement.
Payment Plans
Payment plans are available through Self-Service. You can make payments or set up a plan that works with your budget. Questions? Contact the Office of Student Financial Services at sfs@alvernia.edu.
Student Financial Services
Learn more at the Office of Student Financial Services page.
Scholarships & Grant Opportunities
Alvernia does not offer internal scholarships for graduate or doctoral students. However, we strongly encourage exploring external scholarships and grants from trusted sources such as:
Many scholarships are available based on industry, professional associations, community involvement, or background. It’s worth applying early and often.
Orientation & Academic Tools
Once you register for your first course, you’ll be automatically enrolled in the Graduate & Adult Education New Student Orientation on Canvas. This self-paced experience walks you through everything from academic expectations to technology tools.
All new graduate students are also invited to attend our New Student Orientations for their corresponding entry term. It’s a great opportunity to meet your support team, ask questions, and connect with fellow students. Details will be emailed to your Alvernia address.
We host an annual on-campus New Student Orientation held in Reading, PA, prior to the fall semester that you are welcome to attend regardless of when you start your program!
The Academic Success Center provides student advising and support services. Located on the first floor of Bernardine Hall Room 105, its team includes professional, administrative, and student staff with responsibilities for Advising, Academic Support Services, and Accessibility Services.
Discover the wealth of resources and services at the Franco Library, supporting students, faculty, and staff in their academic research and intellectual pursuits.
Technology Support is your go-to source for technological assistance and computing problem-solving at Alvernia University. The collective consists of multiple department and support teams, each with its own areas of expertise, including audio and video technology in classrooms and meeting spaces; Canvas; instructional design; and providing solutions to computing problems involving the university network, accounts, assets, applications and other technology items.
Graduate Assistantships
Graduate Assistantships provide financial assistance for graduate students, allowing them to pursue a higher degree and apply knowledge and skills in a practical setting. Students not only gain valuable professional experience and participate in interesting course offerings, they are in a position to contribute significantly to their own intellectual development and the University as a whole.
Master’s level graduate students are required to take 6-9 credit hours (depending on program) each contracted semester and will receive tuition remission for those credits. Ph.D. level graduate students are required to take 6 credit hours each contracted semester and will receive tuition remission for those credits.
View eligibility and requirements for the roles, as well as current position openings. If there are no currently open positions, keep checking back, they are posted as soon as they become available.
You Belong Here
You’re not just going back to school; you’re transforming your life. Whether you're advancing your career, deepening your expertise, or becoming a leader in your field, Alvernia is here to support your vision. Questions? Contact the Graduate & Adult Education Office!
Email: gradandadult@alvernia.edu
Phone: 610-796-5187
Graduate Housing
Alvernia offers limited housing options for graduate students near the Reading campus.
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Career Support at Alvernia
Alvernia's Office of Career Development supports students and alumni in job searches and career planning. Its services include individual career advising; résumé, cover letter, and LinkedIn profile reviews; interview preparation and practice; access to career information as well as internship and job opportunities; career fairs and networking connections; and graduate school application support.