Undergraduate Programs

Career-ready skills? Check.

No matter what you study, you’ll get an education grounded in the 8 Abilities, which we believe are essential to success at work and in life — real-world skills like communication, analysis, problem-solving, developing a global perspective and more. These are the traits that employers tell us make Alverno grads stand out.

Why? We focus on results instead of traditional letter grades. In every class, you’ll get insightful feedback on your strengths and how you can improve, giving you a more complete view of your academic progress. 

Explore our programs and get ready to reach your full potential.

Arts

Become a versatile, entrepreneurial leader with a degree in the arts.

Behavioral and Social Sciences

Your behavioral and social sciences degree will prepare you to effect change. 

Business and Communication

Hone your acumen and skills with our business program. 

Education

Master the art and science of teaching and your leadership skills with an education degree.

Health Care

Change lives with a nursing degree from one of Wisconsin's top nursing schools.

Humanities

Learn the critical thinking skills you need to succeed with a humanities degree.

STEM

We're changing the face and future of STEM, one innovative woman at a time.

Still Exploring?

Our many resources will help you find your path as you decide on a major.

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Accelerate Program

With an affordable and flexible path, you can earn your bachelor’s degree in leadership in three years or less.

Transfer To Alverno

Looking to transfer to Alverno? We offer small class sizes, in-demand majors and a supportive community.

Still Undecided?

Many students enter college uncertain of their major. Learn more about finding your path.

Alverno Advantages

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Meaningful feedback

We focus on results instead of traditional letter grades. In every class, you’ll get insightful, narrative feedback on your strengths and how you can improve, giving you a more complete view of your academic progress.

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Small class sizes

It’s easy to develop close relationships with faculty and classmates when your classes have 25 or fewer students.

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Dynamic learning

You won’t simply memorize textbooks here. Instead, you’ll apply what you’re learning through small-group work, presentations, service learning and other projects that bring lessons to life.

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Hands-on experience

Learning doesn’t stop at the classroom door. Every Alverno student completes at least one internship, giving you invaluable experience and connections before you even graduate. Our Center for Academic Excellence offers additional opportunities, from student-faculty research projects to national conferences.

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Supportive, empowering community

The only person you’ll compete with is yourself. Our supportive community and campus culture will inspire you to reach your highest potential — and we’ll cheer the loudest when you do.

ABILITIES THAT PREPARE YOU FOR LIFE

No matter what you study, you’ll get an education grounded in the 8 Abilities that we believe are essential to success at work and in life — real-world skills like communication, analysis, problem solving, developing a global perspective and more.

These are the traits employers tell us make Alverno grads stand out on day one.

Aesthetic Engagement

Aesthetic 
Engagement

Analysis

Analysis

Communication

Communication

Developing a Global Perspective

Developing a
Global Perspective

Effective Citizenship

Effective
Citizenship

Problem Solving

Problem
Solving

Social Interaction

Social
Interaction

Valuing in Decision Making

Valuing in
Decision Making