Student Experience

Fall 2025 students

Student Experience

Alvernia is always in motion. Immersing in a rich campus life, students enjoy a full calendar of activities and events, dozens of organizations, intramural sports, and student leadership and governance opportunities.

The Greater Reading region is home to multiple venues offering concerts, shows and sporting events; a thriving food and beverage scene; seasonal festivals; a sprawling community arts center and much more.

Attracting a diverse and engaged student body, Alvernia offers a well-rounded experience that is unforgettable.

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Living at Alvernia

Residing in Alvernia’s student housing is a popular choice, providing easy access to classrooms, dining halls, fitness facilities and campus activities.

Commuters 2025

Commuter Resources

Many opportunities and resources are offered to benefit commuter students with their educational and social experience.

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Student Organizations and Activities

Finding new friends, experiences and ways to serve, Alvernia students participate in a wide array of activities.

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Global Study

Studying abroad is among the most meaningful and edifying opportunities that Alvernia students experience.

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Community Service

Its roots embedded in Alvernia's foundation, community service provides students the opportunity to use their gifts and talents to help those in need and to support an organization’s purpose-driven mission.

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Athletics

Competing at the NCAA Division III level, Alvernia's Golden Wolves have made 35 appearances in NCAA Championship tournaments.

Upcoming Events

Physician Associate Virtual Information Session

  • Oct 09, 2026
  • 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
  • Zoom Virtual Event

Join us for a virtual information session on October 9, where you’ll learn more about our Master of Medical Science in Physician Associate Studies program.

✔️ Explore the program and curriculum
✔️ Meet our expert faculty
✔️ Get your questions answered about requirements & the application process

Grad & Adult Admissions

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Information Session

  • Oct 10, 2026
  • 10:00 AM - 1:30 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

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Pack Dash 5K

  • Oct 11, 2026
  • 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
  • Alvernia University, Student Center

Get in step with the newest addition to Alvernia's Homecoming and Family Weekend: the Pack Dash 5K. The race snakes through Alvernia's Hill Campus, offering a running tour of the university's gorgeous grounds. Questions? Contact Felicia Nelson at 610-568-1441 or felicia.nelson@alvernia.edu.

Alumni

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