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Utah Valley University

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Overview

Founded in 1941, the Utah Valley University is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the urban setting of the small city of Orem (population range of 50,000-249,999 inhabitants), Utah. This institution also has a branch campus in Heber. Officially accredited by the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities, Utah Valley University (UVU) is a very large-sized (uniRank enrollment range: 40,000-44,999 students) coeducational US higher education institution. Utah Valley University (UVU) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as pre-bachelor's degrees (i.e. certificates, diplomas, associate or foundation), bachelor's degrees and master's degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study table below for further details. The acceptance rate range is 100% making this US higher education organization a non-selective institution. International students are welcome to apply for enrollment. UVU also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, sports facilities, financial aids and/or scholarships, study abroad and exchange programs, online courses and distance learning opportunities, as well as administrative services.

University Snapshot

Control

Utah Valley University's Control Typepublic

Entity

Utah Valley University's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

Utah Valley University' Size by Total Enrollmentvery large-sized

Selectivity

Utah Valley University's Selectivity by Acceptance Ratenon-selective

University Identity

Name
Acronym UVU
Founded 1941
Motto Success Starts Here
Colours Green and gold
Mascot Willy the Wolverine
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University Location

Address 800 W University Parkway
Orem
84058-5999 Utah
United States
Utah Valley University's location map and satellite view Location Map and Satellite View
Utah Valley University Phone Number +1 (801) 863 8000
Utah Valley University Fax Number +1 (801) 226 5207
Other locations Heber

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Fields of Study / Degree Levels

Introduction

What is the difference between comprehensive/generalist and specialized universities in terms of the range of fields of study they offer, degree levels available and academic and carreer paths pros and cons? Read our guide article about generalist and specialized universities to learn more.


Fields of Study and Degree Levels Matrix

The following Utah Valley University's Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix is divided into 6 main fields of study and 4 levels of degrees, from the lowest undergraduate degree to the highest postgraduate degree. This matrix aims to help quickly identify Utah Valley University's academic range and degree level offering.




Programs and Courses

Courses and Programs

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Tuition Fees

Introduction

Yearly tuition fees refers to the amount of money that a student is charged by a University for one academic year of full-time study. Read our guide article about tuition fees and financial aid options to learn more.


Yearly Tuition Fees Range Matrix

This Utah Valley University's Tuition Fees Range Matrix is divided into 2 types of students, local and international students, and 2 degree levels, undergraduate and postgraduate degrees, and aims to help students to have an approximate idea of the yearly tuition range they might expect to pay at Utah Valley University.

Utah Valley University: Tuition Fees Range Matrix

Undergraduate Postgraduate
Local
students
5,000-7,499 US$
(4,555-6,830 Euro)
7,500-9,999 US$
(6,830-9,110 Euro)
International
students
15,000-17,499 US$
(13,670-15,950 Euro)
20,000-24,999 US$
(18,225-22,780 Euro)

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Admissions

Introduction

Applying for admission is the first step towards achieving students' academic and career goals and accessing the many opportunities and resources that a university has to offer. Read our "Introduction to University Admissions" article to learn more.


Admission Information

uniRank publishes below some basic Utah Valley University's admission information.

Utah Valley University's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

This institution admits Men and Women (coed).


Utah Valley University's Admission Selection Admission Selection

Has Utah Valley University a selective admission policy? None, open admission policy.


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

Utah Valley University's acceptance rate range is 100% making this institution a non-selective higher education institution.


Utah Valley University's International Students Admission International Students Admission

International students are welcome to apply for admission at this institution.


Utah Valley University's Admission Office Admission Office

800 West University Parkway
Orem 84058-5999
(801) 863 8466


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Size and Profile

Introduction

University size and profile can be important factors to consider when choosing a university. Here are some potential reasons why University size and profile can affect students when choosing a university.


Size and Profile

uniRank publishes below some major size and profile indicators for Utah Valley University.

Utah Valley University's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

Utah Valley University has an enrollment range of 40,000-44,999 students making it a very large-sized institution.


Utah Valley University's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

This institution has a range of 1,000-1,499 academic employees (Faculty).


Utah Valley University's Control Type Control Type

Utah Valley University is a public higher education institution.


Utah Valley University's Entity Type Entity Type

Utah Valley University is a non-profit higher education institution.


Utah Valley University's Campus Setting Campus Setting

This institution's main campus is located in a Urban setting.


Utah Valley University's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

This institution adopts a Semesters type of academic calendar.


Religious Affiliation

Utah Valley University does not have any religious affiliation.


Carnegie Classification

Introduction

The Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education is a framework for categorizing colleges and universities in the United States...


The classification was first created by the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching in 1970, and it has been updated periodically since then. The Carnegie Classification is based on a set of criteria, such as the level and types of degrees offered, research activity and enrollment size. Institutions are classified into one of several categories based on these criteria, ranging from "doctoral universities" with very high research activity to "special focus institutions" that primarily award degrees in a specific field, such as the arts or health professions. The classification allows for quick comparisons between institutions within and across categories.

Carnegie Classification

uniRank provides below the official Utah Valley University's Carnegie classification.

Basic Classification Master's Colleges & Universities: Larger Programs
Size & Setting Four-year, large, primarily nonresidential institution
Enrollment Profile Very high undergraduate
Undergraduate Profile Four-year, medium full-time, inclusive, higher transfer-in institution
Undergraduate Instructional Program Professions plus arts & sciences, some graduate coexistence
Graduate Instructional Program Postbaccalaureate: Business-dominant, with Arts & Sciences

Facilities and Services

Introduction

What are the most common University facilities and services? Read our two guide articles about University Facilities and University Services to learn more.


University Facilities

uniRank provides below an overview of Utah Valley University's main facilities:


Utah Valley University's Library University Library

This institution has a physical Library. Visit Utah Valley University's Library

Utah Valley University's library does not have any external branch. The library collection is comprised of both physical (i.e. books, medium, etc.) and digital/electronic items. In 2021 the library reported 196,857 physical volumes, 17,213 physical media, 158,501 digital/electronic media and 225 licensed digital/electronic databases. The library is managed by a total number of 79 full-time employees, including 16 librarians. Utah Valley University's library has a total library expenditure greater than $100,000 per year. Source: IPDES.

Utah Valley University's Housing University Housing

Not reported


Utah Valley University's Sport Facilities/Activities Sport Facilities/Activities

This institution features sporting facilities and organizes sports activities for its students.



University Services

uniRank provides below an overview of Utah Valley University's main services:


Utah Valley University's Financial Aid Financial Aid

This institution offers one or more of the following financial aid for eligible students: scholarships, grants, loans, tuition waivers, emergency financial aid etc.

Utah Valley University's Study Abroad Study Abroad

This institution offers study abroad and exchange program opportunities for its students.

Utah Valley University's Distance Learning Distance Learning

This institution provides a distance learning mode for certain programs or courses.

In particular, this institution offers some programs fully via distance education at the undergraduate level and at the graduate level. Source: IPDES.

Utah Valley University's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

This institution offers students academic guidance and support to assist them in their academic pursuits.

Utah Valley University's Career Services Career Services

This institution offers career counseling, career assessments, job and internship postings, career events, alumni networking or other career-related services to assist students transition successfully from academic life to professional life.


Recognition and Accreditation

Introduction

There are different types of legal recognition and quality assessment of higher education institutions around the world, depending on the country and its legal and higher education system... read our article about university accreditation and recognition to learn more.


Utah Valley University's Recognition or Accreditation Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

Utah Valley University is legally recognized and/or institutionally accredited by: Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities

Year of first Recognition or Accreditation

1969


Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important Utah Valley University's programmatic accreditations; feel free to submit any relevant missing specialized accreditations.

  • Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing
  • American Psychological Association, Commission on Accreditation
  • Association for Advancing Quality in Educator Preparation
  • Commission on Accreditation for Respiratory Care
  • Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs
  • American Dental Association, Commission on Dental Accreditation
  • Commission on English Language Program Accreditation
  • Computing Accreditation Commission of ABET
  • Council on Social Work Education, Board of Accreditation
  • Engineering Accreditation Commission of ABET
  • International Fire Service Accreditation Congress
  • National Association of Schools of Music, Commission on Accreditation
  • National League for Nursing Accrediting Commission


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Memberships and Affiliations

Introduction

University memberships and affiliations to external organizations can be important for several reasons... read our article about university affiliations and memberships to learn more.


Affiliations and Memberships

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important Utah Valley University's affiliations and memberships; feel free to submit any relevant missing higher education-related organizations this university is affiliated with.

  • Utah System of Higher Education (USHE)
  • American Association of State Colleges and Universities (AASCU)
  • Open Education Consortium (OEC)
  • National Athletic Association (NAA)
  • National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA)

Academic Structure

Introduction

Academic divisions can provide valuable insights into the range of fields of study and disciplines a University focuses on and the institution's level of specialization. Comprehensive or Generalist Universities typically offer a wide range of academic programs and have many academic divisions and subdivisions across different disciplines, while Specialized Universities tend to focus on a narrower range of programs within a specific field or industry and have fewer academic divisions and a simplified organizational structure. Read our guide article "Understanding Academic Divisions in Universities - Colleges, Faculties, Schools" to learn more about academic divisions and typical university organizational structures.


Academic Structure

uniRank shows a structural diagram of the first-level academic divisions of the Utah Valley University 's organizational structure; feel free to submit any relevant missing division.


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Social Media

Introduction

Social media can be a powerful tool for Universities to communicate with current students, alumni, faculty, staff and the wider community. But how can social media be important for prospective students? Read our article about the importance of Social Media for universities and prospective students to learn more.


Social Media

uniRank publishes brief reviews, rankings and metrics of some Utah Valley University's social media channels as a starting point for comparison and an additional selection tool for potential applicants.


Facebook Facebook

Utah Valley University's Facebook page Utah Valley University's official Facebook page

Twitter X (Twitter)

Utah Valley University's X (formerly Twitter) page Utah Valley University's official Twitter page

YouTube YouTube

Utah Valley University's YouTube channel Utah Valley University's official YouTube channel

Instagram Instagram

Utah Valley University's Instagram page Utah Valley University's official Instagram channel

LinkedIn LinkedIn

Utah Valley University's main LinkedIn profile

TikTok TikTok

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