Visit Alvernia

Golden Guide individual visit

Visit Alvernia

Whether you are just starting the college search process, or narrowing down your choices, we want to offer you the opportunity to explore Alvernia University in a variety of ways. Each event hosted on campus for prospective students is designed to show a unique perspective of the student experience here at Alvernia. We hope to see you on campus soon!

Things To Do When Visiting Alvernia

• Berks County Eats offers restaurant reviews, news and a comprehensive Berks County restaurant directory.

• Pennsylvania's Americana Region also offers a roundup of restaurants, and wineries and breweries.

• Berks County is home to stores that highlight the region's Pennsylvania Dutch heritage, as well as antique stores and America’s first multi-store outlet center.

Experience Reading & Berks County, a resource for all things Berks County created by the Greater Reading Chamber Alliance, spotlights all of the opportunities our vibrant community offers.

Future Clinical Counseling Student Night

  • Apr 07, 2026
  • 7:45 PM - 9:00 PM
  • Zoom Virtual Event

Join us for an information session on April 7, where you’ll learn more about our Master of Arts in Clinical Counseling (MACC) degree, a CACREP-accredited program that prepares students to address complicated issues of social justice and healthy functioning with an approach that combines theory, technique and hands-on practical experiences.

Grad & Adult Admissions

Clinical Counseling

Psychology or Addictions & Mental Health Treatment? Exploring Behavioral Health Virtual Information Session

  • Apr 09, 2026
  • 5:00 PM - 6:00 PM
  • Zoom Virtual Event

Grad & Adult Admissions

Daria Powell Online Learner

Data Analytics Virtual Information Session

  • Apr 09, 2026
  • 6:00 PM - 6:45 PM
  • Zoom Virtual Event

Join us for a virtual information session on April 9, where you’ll learn more about our Data Analytics program. The Master of Science in Data Analytics provides a flexible, accessible and affordable program that equips graduates with advanced skills to effectively navigate the complexities of data analysis and make informed decisions that meet the demands of modern businesses and operations.

Grad & Adult Admissions

Lillian Case Online Student

Alvernia Community Musical: 'Godspell' Opening Night

  • Apr 10, 2026
  • 7:30 PM - 10:00 PM
  • Alvernia University, Francis Hall Theater

For the first time in its history, Alvernia University is staging a full-scale musical. Husband-and-wife Broadway veterans Timothy Shew and Jane Brockman – “Wicked,” “Les Misérables,” “Guys and Dolls,” “The Music Man” – direct students, employees and community members in "Godspell," a musical written by Steven Schwartz that reimagines parables in a fresh and unforgettable way. Performances will be in Alvernia’s Francis Hall Theatre. Doors open 30 minutes before start time. Seating arrangements are first come, first served.

Arts & Culture

Broadway musicals

Accepted Student Day 2026

  • Apr 11, 2026
  • 12:00 PM - 4:00 PM
  • Alvernia University, The Plex

This event will include information and sessions for students and families to understand the transition from high school to college.

Admissions

Students

Adult Bachelor’s Degree Virtual Information Session

  • Apr 14, 2026
  • 4:30 PM - 6:30 PM
  • Zoom Virtual Event

Students in our adult bachelor's programs are invited to attend a virtual information session, where you will learn about the opportunities and resources available to you as an Alvernia student.

Grad & Adult Admissions

Nicole Reesur-Mazur Comeback Campaign adult computer

 

Take a Virtual Tour

Tour Alvernia's campus virtually. These self-guided visits include two dozen stops across Alvernia locations, featuring 360-degree panorama views, videos and more.

Launch Welcome - Francis Hall 

Hotel Information

Residence Inn Reading


45 Berkshire Court, Wyomissing, PA 19610

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Fairfield Inn & Suites Reading

21 Meridian Blvd., Reading, PA 19610

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Double Tree by Hilton Reading

701 Penn St., Reading, PA 19601

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Hampton Inn Reading/Wyomissing

1800 Papermill Road, Wyomissing, PA 19610

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Courtyard by Marriott Reading/Wyomissing

150 N. Park Road, Reading, PA 19610

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Homewood Suites by Hilton Reading

2801 Papermill Road, Reading, PA 19610

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Best Western Plus Reading Inn & Suites

2299 Lancaster Pike, Shillington, PA 19607

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