Accreditation and Approvals

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.

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.

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.

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.

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

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.

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.

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.