Independence University - Utah Campus

1890 South 1350 West
Ogden, UT 84401
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  • Stevens-Henager College is distinguished as one of the oldest colleges in Utah and in the country. Established 115 years ago, it is the only career college that has trained generations of graduates for Utah jobs. Today, Stevens-Henager is still one of the very few Utah career colleges offering accredited Bachelor's and Occupational Associate's Degrees.
School Highlights
  • Independence University - Utah Campus serves 205 students (100% of students are full-time).
  • The college's student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the state community college average of 30:1.
  • Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the state average of 21%.
  • Independence University - Utah Campus is one of 2 community colleges within Weber County, UT.
  • The nearest community college to Independence University - Utah Campus is Latter-Day Saints Business College (7.5 miles away).

School Overview

  • The teacher population of 21 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Independence University - Utah Campus(UT) Community College Avg.
Carnegie ClassificationAssociate of Arts CollegesBaccalaureate / Associates Colleges
Institution LevelLess than 2 yrsFour or more years
Institution ControlPrivate, non-profitPrivate, non-profit
Total Faculty21 staff34 staff
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Student Body

  • The student population of Independence University - Utah Campus has declined by 36% over five years.
  • The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 has stayed the same over five years.
  • The Independence University - Utah Campus diversity score of 0.53 is more than the state average of 0.37. The school's diversity has grown by 33% over five years.
Total Enrollment205 students914 students
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Student : Teacher Ratio10:130:1
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# Full-Time Students205 students270 students
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% American Indian/Alaskan
1%
1%
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% Asian		-
2%
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% Hispanic
18%
7%
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% Black
3%
2%
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% White
66%
79%
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% Hawaiian
1%
1%
% Two or more races
7%
1%
% Unknown races
2%
5%
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Diversity Score0.530.37
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Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)$33,600$32,700
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Finances and Admission

  • The private state tuition of $16,972 is more than the state average of $14,781. The private state tuition has grown by 20% over four years.
Private State Tuition Fees$16,972$14,781
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% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid91%89%
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Median Debt for Graduates$26,601$19,629
This chart display median debt for students who have completed a certificate or degree in Independence University - Utah Campus and average median debt for community college students who have completed a certificate or degree in UT by year, with the latest 2014-15 school year data.
Median Debt for Dropouts$6,625$6,625
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Source: 2016 (or latest year available) IPEDS

School Notes

  • Stevens-Henager College in Ogden, Utah has played a vital part in the education of the residents of Utah for 115 years. Founded in 1891 by Professor J.A. Smith, our college in Ogden has a proud heritage in the northern Utah community. Originally a business school, Stevens-Henager College in Ogden is now a career college offering bachelor's degrees in Accounting, Business Administration, and Technology. At Stevens-Henager College (SHC) you can complete your Associate's Degree in 20 months and your Bachelor's Degree in as few as 36 months. We offer degree programs in Medical Assisting, Surgical Technology, Business, Accounting, Networking and Information Systems, and Software and Mobile Applications Development. Our unique high-value programs prepare you with multiple skills so you can acquire numerous certifications and/or licenses within your field. Stevens-Henager College is accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges (ACCSC).

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  • Latter-Day Saints Business College
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    (801) 524-8100     7.501,995
  • Davis Applied Technology College
    Public
    3,345 students | 10.60 Mi550 E 300 S
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    (801) 593-2500     10.603,345
  • Everest College-Salt Lake City
    Private, for profit
    217 students | 12.50 Mi3280 W 3500 S
    West Valley City,  UT  84119
    (801) 840-4800     12.50217
  • Fortis College-Salt Lake City
    Private, for profit
    371 students | 13.50 Mi3949 S 700 E Ste 150
    Salt Lake City,  UT  84107
    (801) 713-0915     13.50371
  • Broadview University-Layton
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    126 students | 13.60 Mi869 West Hill Field Road
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Quick Stats (2021)
  • Students: 205 students
  • Private-state tuition: $16,972
  • Student:teacher ratio: 10:1
  • Minority enrollment: 34%
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For Utah public community colleges, the average tuition is approximately $6,840 per year for in-state students and $14,426 for out-of-state students. For private community colleges, the average yearly tuition is approximately $14,781 per year. Read more about average community college tuition costs across the country.

Utah community colleges have a diversity score of 0.37, which is lower than the national average of 0.65. The most diverse community college in Utah is Eagle Gate College-Murray. Read more about community college diversity statistics in the USA.
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