Private Institution
Valparaiso University
Valparaiso University's 350-acre campus provides a traditional Midwestern college setting. As an independent Lutheran university, its Christian heritage shapes the campus atmosphere. A distinctive feature is the presence of one of the largest chapels among U.S. universities.
Programs
23
Analyzed in dataset
Earnings
$48,524
Average graduate, 1 yr after
Outlook
46/100
Avg DegreeOutlook Score
Tuition
$46,588
Sticker price (est.)
Financial Aid
The sticker price is rarely what families actually pay. Valparaiso University's grant and scholarship aid lowers the net price for most income brackets. 26% of students receive Pell Grants; 53% take federal loans.
Key Insight
Average net price across income brackets is $20,155, roughly 57% lower than the published tuition.
Net Price by Family Income
Academic Year 2025| Income Bracket | Avg Net Price | 4-Year Net Cost |
|---|---|---|
| $0 – $30K | $14,476 | $57,904 |
| $30K – $48K | $15,334 | $61,336 |
| $48K – $75K | $20,556 | $82,224 |
| $75K – $110K | $23,539 | $94,156 |
| $110K+ | $26,871 | $107,484 |
| Sticker price (no aid) | $46,588 | $186,352 |
Net price = tuition + fees + room & board minus grants and scholarships, by reported family-income bracket. Source: IPEDS Student Financial Aid survey via College Scorecard.
Programs at Valparaiso University
23 degree programs ranked by DegreeOutlook Score. Click any program for AI scenario analysis and 10-year earnings projections.