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Academic Programs

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Language and Intercultural Learning Center

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Christian Leadership and Formation

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Corporate and Employer Relations

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Valpo LEAD’s – Leadership Education Across Departments

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Faculty Excellence

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Valpo’s Lutheran Centennial Celebration

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Discover Your Bright Future.

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Don’t Just Shine Anywhere

Radiate Everywhere

Top 15 Things
to Know About Valpo

12:1

student-to-faculty ratio

100%

of classes are led by faculty, not teaching assistants (TAs)

average class size

Graduate-Level Offerings

140+

majors and minors

3.69

average freshman GPA

200+

International Students

40+

study abroad programs

national sorority and fraternity chapters

>25%

of students participate in fraternity or sorority chapters

100+

Annual Arts Performances

Division I Sports Teams

300+

Acres of Campus

64,000+

global alumni network

100+

student organizations and clubs

12:1

student-to-faculty ratio

100%

of classes are led by faculty, not teaching assistants (TAs)

average class size

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Voices of Valpo

Six Things to Do When Applying for Graduate School

“What I have enjoyed most about my experience in biology at Valpo is being a part of the research intensive program. This introduced me to the various biology research labs on campus and allowed me to do undergraduate research for four years!”

— Abby Boyle ’25

Biology

Six Things to Do When Applying for Graduate School

“I really loved the smaller, more personal feel of the campus and the university, and the one-on-one interactions with the faculty. … I could tell that [Valpo] was going to be a place that cared about me as a person and that cared about my journey, not only during my four years here, but where I ended up after.”

— Lane Scheel ’25

Mathematics

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Six Things to Do When Applying for Graduate School

“I was drawn to Valpo not only because of the opportunities in the classroom, but also those outside of it. I was also really excited that there were so many opportunities for growth.”

— Maiah Deogracias ’24

Digital Media Arts

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Six Things to Do When Applying for Graduate School

“Valpo taught me how to research, and how to communicate complex scientific ideas to people who’ve never been exposed to them before.”

— David Goad ’14, Ph.D. student at Washington University in St. Louis

Biology

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Six Things to Do When Applying for Graduate School

Applying to a graduate program represents a significant step in your academic and professional journey. Whether you’re a current undergraduate student eager to continue your educational momentum or a professional […]

Valparaiso University College of Business Continues AACSB Accreditation

Valparaiso University’s College of Business has completed the five-year cycle to renew its accreditation with the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB). The accreditation shows that the College […]

Exploring AI at Valpo | Sami Jefferson ’25 Radiates Creativity with Art and Generative AI

When Sami Jefferson ’25 chose Valpo, two things made her decision crystal clear: the bright gold of our University colors (matching her favorite color, yellow) and the opportunity to explore […]

Holistic Education in Action: Roman Van Meter ’26 Blends History and French at Valpo

Roman Van Meter ’26 embodies what it means to be a Valparaiso University student: someone who refuses to be confined by traditional academic boundaries. The Fort Wayne, Indiana, native arrived […]

Radiating Purpose Across Borders: Larissa Pina’s ’25 Journey from Brazil to Valpo

When Larissa Martins Pina ’25 made the bold decision to leave São Paulo, Brazil, and continue her education in the United States, she wasn’t just searching for a university: she […]

Presidential Search

Valparaiso University has launched the search for its 20th president — a visionary and mission-driven leader to guide the institution into its next era of academic excellence, faithful service, and transformative impact.

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