Valparaiso University
About
Located in Valparaiso, Indiana, Valparaiso University is a private, Lutheran-heritage institution renowned for seamlessly integrating rigorous academics with a deeply rooted commitment to service and civic engagement. The university is particularly celebrated for its premier, nationally ranked College of Engineering, robust nursing and health sciences programs, and Christ College, a highly prestigious, discussion-based honors college. Student life is characterized by a warm, collaborative campus culture that features Division I athletics, active Greek organizations, and a strong emphasis on undergraduate research and leadership. This close-knit community is anchored by the iconic Chapel of the Resurrection, one of the largest collegiate chapels in the world, which serves as a spectacular physical and spiritual centerpiece for the student experience.
Wikipedia:Valparaiso University (Valpo) is a private university in Valparaiso, Indiana, United States. It is an independent Lutheran university with five colleges. It enrolls nearly 2,300 students and has a 350-acre (140 ha) campus.
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Valparaiso University accepts the Common Application. All Common App schools require the personal statement essay. Some schools also require supplemental essays — check the school's page on Common App for current prompts and word limits.
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