Viterbo Undergraduate Catalog

Viterbo Undergraduate Catalog

Viterbo University is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission (hlcommission.org), an institutional accreditation agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.  230 South LaSalle Street, Suite 7-500, Chicago, Illinois 60604-1411, 800-621-7440; 312-263-0456; info@hlcommission.org.

Viterbo University is registered with the Iowa College Student Aid Commission to offer programs via face to face and distance education delivery to Iowa residents.

General Information

General Information
Accreditation and Approvals

Viterbo University is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, and institutional accreditation agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education; 30 North LaSalle Street, Suite 2400, Chicago, IL 60602-2504; 800-621-7440; http://www.hlcommission.org/

Undergraduate Admission

Undergraduate Admission

Viterbo University welcomes applications for admission from all students who have prepared for a competitive collegiate program. Admission to Viterbo University is offered to those for whom academic and personal success seems likely. Each candidate is evaluated individually. Evidence of ability to do college-level work is essential. All qualified students, regardless of sex, race, religion, color, national or ethnic origin will be extended an offer of admission on a first come, first served basis as long as space remains available.

Student Life

Student Life

Viterbo University’s Division of Student Life includes a wide range of departments, programs, and services designed to facilitate students’ academic success, personal growth, leadership development, and social and community engagement. Please visit the Student Life web page to access a full listing of Student Affairs departmental websites and other important resources.

Financial Aid and Tuition

Financial Aid and Tuition

Tuition and fees are set on a yearly basis. The university may set additional fees as needed. Students pay for their own books and course materials. All expense items are subject to change.

Academic Services

Academic Services

The development of the whole person is the goal of the university experience for each student at Viterbo University. This development occurs chiefly through an academic program conducted in a meaningful, growth-filled, Catholic, Franciscan environment.

Academic Regulations and Policies

Core Curriculum

Core Curriculum

LIVE, the Core Curriculum

With its emphasis on particular skills, attributes, and values, Viterbo University’s core curriculum seeks to prepare students for life in a rapidly changing world. The core curriculum is rooted in the mission of the university and in its liberal arts tradition.

Degree Requirements and Graduation

Degree Requirements and Graduation
Degree Requirements

This catalog spells out degree requirements, but the best way for students to track their specific progress is through the degree audit on VitNet or Student Planning and through consultation with their advisors.

Bachelor Degree Programs

Bachelor Degree Programs

College of Business, Performing Arts, and Leadership

College of Business, Performing Arts, and Leadership

College of Education, Engineering, Letter and Sciences

College of Education, Engineering, Letter and Sciences

College of Nursing, Health, and Human Behavior

College of Nursing, Health, and Human Behavior

Other Undergraduate Programs

Other Undergraduate Programs
Applied Music Lessons

Non-music majors have the opportunity to take private voice or piano lessons at Viterbo.  Music majors should see the policy section in the Bachelor Degree Programs section of this catalog. The information below is only for non-music majors and non-music minors.

Course Descriptions

Course Descriptions

Courses listed in this catalog are subject to change through normal academic channels. New courses and changes in existing coursework are initiated by respective departments or programs. Courses numbered 100–199 are primarily for freshmen; 200–299 for sophomores; 300–399 for juniors; 400–499 for seniors.

Directory

Directory

Faculty Emeritus

Faculty Emeritus

La Vonne Abts, FSPA
Professor Emerita, Chemistry

Nancy Allen
Professor Emerita, Music

Ronald Amel
Professor Emeritus, Chemistry

Judy Anderson
Professor Emerita, Nursing

Richard B. Artman
President Emeritus

Carl Bargabos
Professor Emeritus, Nursing

Susan Batell
Professor Emerita, Education

Academic Calendar

Academic Calendar

 

2024-2025 2025-2026 2026-2027 2027-2028

SEMESTER I

       

Classes Begin

August 26 August 25 August 31 August 30

Labor Day