Weekday College for Adult and Transfer Students

Weekday College courses are offered Monday through Friday primarily during the day, although occasional evening courses are available. Students can attend Weekday College full-time (12 - 18 credits) or part-time (less than 12 credits). Courses are conducted in bigger blocks of time fewer days of the week to accommodate busy schedules and those who may be working and attending school.

Approximately 1883 students attend Weekday College. They are diverse in age, ethnic, religious and cultural backgrounds. Ages range from 18 to 64, with the average age of 24. Most students come from the Milwaukee area; however, Alverno has students from as far away as California, Texas and Florida.

Admission Process

1. Complete the application either on-line or by using our paper application. You can request a paper application by e-mailing or calling our admission office.
2. Arrange for the Admissions Office to receive:
   • Your official high school transcript or GED scores
   • Your official college transcripts from all colleges attended (if applicable)
3. Contact your admission counselor to schedule the communication placement assessment. The communication placement assessment is a self-paced assessment assisting us in selecting the most appropriate courses for you to take. It is given on certain Wednesday evenings, Saturday or Sunday mornings or by individual appointment Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
   
   For information about the Communication Placement Assessment and to view sample assessments in selected areas click here. To register for the Communication Placement Assessment click here.
4. Call the Admissions Office if you have any questions about our process for admission or your application status. You can contact the Admissions Office at 414-382-6100, toll free at 1-800-933-3401 or e-mail Admissions. We encourage you to come in for an appointment with your counselor.

Criteria for Admission

Generally, eligibility for admission is based on a combination of the following factors:

• Graduation from an accredited high school or passing score on the test for the General Education Development certificate
• Completion of the Communication Placement Assessment
• For transfer students, good academic standing at colleges previously attended. For those who do not meet this criteria, admission will be based upon the performance on reading and writing sections of the Communication Placement Assessment.
  • For information about the Communication Placement Assessment and to view sample assessments in selected areas click here. To register for the Communication Placement Assessment click here.
• For those who have not attended college and are more than three years past high school graduation, the reading and writing sections of the Communication Placement Assessment will be used with transcripts to assess admission.

Transfer Credit

Find out how your college credits will transfer to Alverno.

Transfer and Second Degree Students in Nursing

Alverno College accepts eligible transfer and second degree students who are interested in the Nursing Program. Frequently Asked Questions

Weekday College Course Descriptions

Contact the Admission Office

If you have questions or need additional information about Weekday College, the admission process or your transfer credits, you are encouraged to contact your admission counselor.

If you are a transfer or adult student interested in Weekday College, e-mail Pat Kosharek, Janet Stikel or Mary Claire Jones. Pat Kosharek can be reached at 414-382-6301, Janet Stikel at 414-382-6112, and Mary Claire Jones at 414-382-6106.  Alverno’s toll free number is 800-933-3401. 

Visit Alverno

If you'd like to visit the college, call or e-mail an admissions counselor to schedule an appointment. You may also attend an information session or open house. We look forward to seeing you!