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Graduate Admissions

Take the next step in your calling with a master’s or doctoral degree.

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Investing in Your Future

Viterbo University offers graduate tuition charged per credit hour across all master’s and doctoral programs, providing flexibility and transparency as you plan your education. Tuition rates vary by program—including Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP), MBA, Counseling, Education, Nutrition and Dietetics, and Speech-Language Pathology—and are reviewed annually for each academic year.

All Viterbo graduate programs qualify for federal financial aid. By completing the FAFSA using Viterbo’s school code 003911, graduate students may access federal student loans and need-based aid. Our financial aid team is available to provide personalized guidance and help you understand your options so you can focus on your academic and professional goals.

Admission Requirements

Practical, flexible, and affordable The graduate programs of Viterbo University were created specifically for the working professional.   Some programs offer face-to-face evening and weekend coursework, others are blended online with classroom learning on-campus or at an approved Viterbo location, and some programs are fully or predominately online with small campus residency components.  Regardless of the format, the graduate programs of Viterbo strive to offer you the connections and interactions you are seeking in a graduate program. 

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Transferring Graduate Credit

Have you taken graduate credit in a similar, regionally accredited, graduate program to the one you are exploring at Viterbo? If so, you may have credit that is eligible for transfer of credit. 

Transfer Credit
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Explore Our Graduate Programs

Counseling

Prepare to support individuals, families, and communities through counseling programs grounded in ethical practice, compassion, and professional excellence. Graduates are equipped for meaningful service across diverse mental health settings.

Master of Science in Mental Health Counseling Master of Science in School Counseling Doctorate in Counselor Education and Supervision (EdD) Clinical Mental Health Counseling Certificate School Counseling Certificate

Nutrition and Dietetics

Build advanced knowledge in nutrition and dietetics through programs grounded in science, clinical practice, and community health. Prepare to promote wellness and improve lives through informed, ethical nutrition care.

Master of Science in Community Medical Dietetics - RDNs Master of Science in Community Medical Dietetics - Initial RDN License Prep/Direct Entry Master of Science in Community Medical Dietetics - Dual Master’s with Dietetic Internship Dietetic Internship

Education

Empower learners and strengthen educational communities through graduate programs that emphasize leadership, innovation, and equity. Develop the skills needed to make a lasting impact in classrooms, schools, and systems.

Masters of Arts in Education Master of Arts in Teaching Wisconsin Education Licensures and Certificates Iowa Graduate Programs in Education National Graduate Programs in Education

Leadership

Grow as a purpose-driven leader through programs focused on organizational change, values-based decision-making, and collaborative leadership. Designed for professionals ready to lead with integrity across sectors.

Master of Arts in Servant Leadership (MASL) Doctorate in Ethical Leadership (EdD) Doctorate in Ethical Leadership (EdD) with Superintendent License Graduate Certificate in Ethical Leadership in Organizations

Nursing

Advance your nursing practice through graduate programs that combine clinical expertise, leadership development, and evidence-based care. Prepare to improve health outcomes and serve communities with compassion and excellence.

Master of Science in Nursing - Direct Entry (DEMSN) Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) MBA/DNP Dual Degree Adult-Gero Acute Care Nurse Practitioner Post-graduate Certificate

Speech-Language Pathology

Prepare for professional practice through a comprehensive program focused on assessment, intervention, and evidence-based communication care. Graduates are equipped to support individuals across the lifespan in a variety of clinical and educational settings.

Master of Science in Speech-Language Pathology

Important Dates

The Graduate Programs at Viterbo University are designed with you, and your busy life, in mind enrolling students year-round in the fall (August), spring (January), and summer (May) semesters. Some programs offer only one or two traditional starts but will accept students in some instances in off terms, if you are interested in starting sooner simply ask your admissions representative for more information! 

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Graduate Events

Viterbo University offers a variety of events and engagement opportunities for prospective graduate students — from virtual info sessions to personalized one-on-one appointments. These options help you learn about programs, ask questions, and connect with admissions staff and faculty.

Graduate Admissions Event Listing
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