C
Average
Score: 53/100
Overall (traditional)
C+
Outcome Rating
63/100 · earnings-weighted

Viterbo University

4-Year Private Non-Profit
📍 La Crosse, Wisconsin 54601
Viterbo University campus, La Crosse, WI
Viterbo University campus, La Crosse, WI. Photo: Wikideas1, CC0 via Wikimedia Commons.
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Rating Context: ⚠️ Limited Data Available. Some metrics for this institution are incomplete or unavailable, which may affect the overall grade. Consider researching this school directly for the most current information.

Suggested Focus: For this type of institution, we recommend prioritizing the Outcomes Score (B+) which measures graduation and job placement rates — the most relevant metrics for career programs.
Graduation Rate: 65%
Outcomes
B+
74/100
Affordability
F
17/100
Resources
C+
61/100
Experience
B+
75/100
Prestige
D
38/100

Two ratings: the overall grade compares colleges the conventional way (outcomes, cost, resources, experience, reputation). The Outcome Rating asks what students earn: 60% wage-adjusted earnings 10 years after enrolling, 25% graduation, 15% retention. Methodology

Quick Stats

2,301
Total Enrollment
65%
Graduation Rate
70%
Retention Rate
12.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
73%
Acceptance Rate
N/A
Avg Net Price

Earnings, Debt & Completion

What happens to students who enroll at Viterbo University, from the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard.

$55,660
Median earnings 10 yrs after entry
$56,804
Median earnings 6 yrs after entry
$25,000
Median debt at graduation
68.4%
Completion rate (within 150% of normal time)
1,190
Average SAT
23
Median ACT
26.3%
Students receiving Pell grants

Typical debt at graduation equals about 45% of one year’s median earnings ten years after entry.

Earnings rank: 60th percentile among bachelor’s-degree-focused colleges after a partial adjustment for local wage levels (WI wage index 0.92). This drives the Outcome Rating.

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, retrieved Oct 2026. Earnings are for federally aided students who enrolled, whether or not they graduated.

Earnings by Major at Viterbo University

Median pay of bachelor's degree graduates by field of study, and how each program ranks against every college reporting that major — by raw pay and adjusted for state wage levels. Same school, very different paychecks.

Major1 yr after4 yrs aftervs. nationalRank (pay)Rank (wage-adj.)Median debt
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing$72,463$77,735-13%#819 of 966#806$26,983
Business Administration, Management and Operations$53,852$70,009+3%#377 of 1176#301$25,000
Health and Medical Administrative Services$46,945$68,568+17%#72 of 275#54$26,849
Dietetics and Clinical Nutrition Services—$63,328+14%#5 of 70#3—
Accounting and Related Services—$60,949-20%#697 of 796#679—
Social Work$46,384$57,159+10%#88 of 420#39$25,000
Psychology—$52,596+4%#374 of 1027#241—
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods$44,961—————
Drama/Theatre Arts and Stagecraft$19,930$31,051-22%#240 of 255#231$22,814

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, field-of-study data. Earnings are for graduates who received federal aid and were working; small programs are not reported.

For parents & investors

The Viterbo University Town Property Report

  • Avg home value near campus: $303,463
  • Avg rent near campus: $1,124/mo — vs ~$531/mo campus room rate
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 54650 (3.0% cap, Onalaska)

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Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $31,600 $31,600
Room $4,780
Board $5,900
Total Cost (On-Campus) $46,530 $46,530

Financial Aid

100%
Receive Any Aid
18%
Receive Pell Grants
65%
Take Out Loans
N/A
Avg Net Price

Programs & Career Paths

Top Degree Programs

Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.

Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse 171 grads/yr Reading Teacher Education 159 grads/yr Educational Leadership and Administration, General 141 grads/yr Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods, Other 77 grads/yr Business Administration and Management, General 54 grads/yr Elementary Education and Teaching 37 grads/yr Dietetics/Dietitian 30 grads/yr Special Education and Teaching, General 28 grads/yr Musical Theatre 23 grads/yr Theological and Ministerial Studies, Other 20 grads/yr Educational, Instructional, and Curriculum Supervision 17 grads/yr Mental Health Counseling/Counselor 15 grads/yr Nursing Practice 14 grads/yr Psychology, General 14 grads/yr Administration of Special Education 12 grads/yr Family Practice Nurse/Nursing 12 grads/yr Business Administration, Management and Operations, Other 11 grads/yr Accounting 11 grads/yr Social Work 10 grads/yr Engineering, General 10 grads/yr

Related Career Paths

Careers that graduates from Viterbo University's top programs commonly pursue.

Registered nurses
$94k/yr 3,391,000 jobs
Nursing instructors and teachers, postsecondary
$80k/yr 91,600 jobs
Education teachers, postsecondary
$72k/yr 74,900 jobs
Secondary school teachers, except special and career/technical education
$65k/yr 1,094,500 jobs
Middle school teachers, except special and career/technical education
$63k/yr 633,700 jobs
Education administrators, kindergarten through secondary
$104k/yr 333,300 jobs
Education administrators, postsecondary
$104k/yr 226,600 jobs
Education administrators, all other
$89k/yr 60,200 jobs

Student Demographics

2,301
Total Students
76%
Women
76%
Traditional Age (18-24)

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 82%
Hispanic 7%
Black 3%
Asian 2%
Two or More 2%
Non-Resident 2%

🏠 Living Arrangements

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 46%
Hybrid (Some Online) 31%
Fully Online 23%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 76%
25-64 (Adult) 21%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Viterbo University?
Viterbo University has an acceptance rate of 73%. This indicates a less selective admissions process with good chances for qualified applicants.
How much does it cost to attend Viterbo University?
Tuition at Viterbo University is $31,600 for in-state students and $31,600 for out-of-state students .
What is the graduation rate at Viterbo University?
The graduation rate at Viterbo University is 65%. This is a solid graduation rate, showing that most students who enroll successfully complete their degrees.
Is Viterbo University a good school?
Viterbo University has a Repit College Score of 53/100 (Grade: C). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (B+): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (F): Net cost and financial aid access
  • Resources (C+): Class sizes and selectivity
  • Experience (B+): Campus life and learning format
  • Prestige (D): Reputation and recognition
Note: As a smaller institution, we recommend focusing on the Outcomes score when evaluating this school.
How many students attend Viterbo University?
Viterbo University has a total enrollment of 2,301 students. Most students (76%) are traditional college-age (18-24).

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Data source: IPEDS 2023-24 | Last updated: October 2026 | Methodology