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Utah Valley University
Utah Valley University
OREM, UT . 4 Year 4.0
#1291 in Best Colleges in America
800 W UNIVERSITY PARKWAY OREM, UT 84058

Overview

Utah Valley University (UVU), located in Orem, Utah, is a public university offering a broad range of undergraduate and graduate programs. As the largest public university in the state, UVU emphasizes interactive and practical learning experiences. It is committed to student success, inclusivity, and a robust campus life. The university's distinctive dual-mission model combines the rigor and richness of a first-rate teaching university with the openness and vocational programs of a community college. UVU's focus is on engaged learning, or the combination of traditional academic and hands-on education, preparing students for dynamic, fast-paced industries.


Rankings

  • 36

    #36 in Most Conservative Colleges in America

  • 6

    #6 in Best Value Colleges in Utah

  • 176

    #176 in Colleges with the Best Student Life in America

  • Most Conservative Colleges in America 36 of 100
  • Colleges with the Best Student Life in America 176 of 1,509
  • Safest College Campuses in America 234 of 1,306

Academics

  • C+Academics
  • BValue
  • B+Diversity
  • A+Campus
  • B+Athletics
  • B+Party Scene
  • CProfessors
  • B+Location
  • ADorms
  • ACampus Food
  • AStudent Life
  • A Safety

Majors

  • Liberal Arts and Humanities
    5,486 Graduates
  • Business
    1,246 Graduates
  • Psychology
    413 Graduates
  • Professional Pilot
    330 Graduates
  • Biology
    300 Graduates
  • Design and Visual Communications
    265 Graduates
  • Criminal Justice and Law Enforcement Administration
    232 Graduates
  • Fire Science and Fire Fighting
    215 Graduates
  • Nursing
    209 Graduates
  • Communications
    203 Graduates

Admissions

  • August 1
    Application Deadline
  • 100%
    Acceptance Rate
  • No
    Application Fee
  • Application Website
    Visit offical website
  • SAT Range
    $35
  • ACT Range
    Considered but not required
  • SAT/ACT
  • High School GPA
  • Early Decision/Early Action

Costs

  • Average Total Aid Awarded
    $4,773
  • Students Receiving Financial Aid
    73%
  • National Average Cost
    $15,523

After College

  • Graduation Rate
    38%
  • Employed 2 Years After Graduation
    85%
  • National Average Earnings
    $33,028

Students

  • Full-Time Enrollment
    18,555 Undergrads
  • Part-Time Undergrads
    21,987
  • Undergrads Over 25
    20%
  • Pell Grant
    26%
  • Varsity Athletes
    2%

Campus Life

  • Student Faculty Ratio
    27:1
  • Evening Degree Programs
    Yes
  • Athletic Conference
    Western Athletic Conference
  • Athletic Division
    NCAA Division I (without football)

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