- Utah Valley University (UVU) is a teaching institution which provides opportunity, promotes student success, and meets regional educational needs. UVU builds on a foundation of substantive scholarly and creative work to foster engaged learning. The university prepares professionally competent people of integrity who, as lifelong learners and leaders, serve as stewards of a globally interdependent community. UVU is a teaching institution where students learn, do and become. At UVU, the fusion of academic and hands-on learning is referred to as "engaged learning." Along with the institution's long-rooted commitment to serving the needs of the community, UVU's emphasis on engaged learning led to its classification as "community engaged" by the Carnegie Foundation. UVU's Grants for Engaged Learning Office oversees a $400,000 grant program in support of engaged learning projects.
School Highlights
Utah Valley University serves 40,936 students (48% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the state community college average of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the state average of 23%.
Quick Stats (2024)
- Enrollment: 40,936 students
- In-state tuition: $5,270
- Out-state tuition: $14,802
- Student:teacher ratio: 15:1
- Minority enrollment: 18%
- Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
Top Rankings
Utah Valley University ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Utah for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Earnings
School Overview
The teacher population of 2,748 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Utah Valley University
(UT) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Baccalaureate / Associates Colleges
Doctoral/Research Universities--Extensive
Institution Level
Four or more years
Four or more years
Institution Control
Public
Public
Total Faculty
2,748 staff
154 staff
School Calendar
Student Body
The student population of Utah Valley University has stayed relatively flat over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 has stayed the same over five years.
The Utah Valley University diversity score of 0.32 is less than the state average of 0.39. The school's diversity has declined by 7% over five years.
Total Enrollment
40,936 students
1,545 students
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
12:1
# Full-Time Students
19,667 students
501 students
# Part-Time Students
21,269 students
1,044 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
280 students
176 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
19,413 students
501 students
# Full-Time Graduate Students
254 students
28 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
20,898 students
2,172 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
371 students
371 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
n/a
750 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
n/a
1%
% Asian
2%
2%
% Hispanic
10%
11%
% Black
1%
1%
% White
82%
77%
% Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
% Two or more races
3%
3%
% Non Resident races
1%
2%
% Unknown races
1%
3%
Diversity Score
0.32
0.39
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
n/a
56%
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
14.17%
0.57%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$49,800
$32,700
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
The public in-state tuition of $5,270 is less than the state average of $6,267. The in-state tuition has declined by 6% over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $14,802 is more than the state average of $13,852. The out-state tuition has declined by 7% over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$5,270
$6,267
Out-State Tuition Fees
$14,802
$13,852
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
74%
87%
Median Debt for Graduates
$15,108
$15,972
Median Debt for Dropouts
$6,541
$6,334
Acceptance Rate
n/a
100%
SAT Reading
n/a
545
SAT Math
n/a
550
ACT Composite
n/a
23
ACT English
n/a
24
ACT Math
n/a
23
Source: 2021 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Utah Valley University cost?
Utah Valley University's tuition is approximately $5,270 for In-State students and $14,802 for Out-State students.
What schools are Utah Valley University often compared to?
Utah Valley Universityis often viewed alongside schools like Salt Lake Community College by visitors of our site.
What is Utah Valley University's ranking?
Utah Valley University ranks among the top 20% of community college in Utah for: Largest student body and Highest graduate earnings (10 years post graduation).
In what neighborhood is Utah Valley University located?
Utah Valley University is located in the Sunset Heights neighborhood of Orem, UT.
Nearby Schools
The nearest community college to Utah Valley University is Provo College (2.7 miles away)
School
Location
Miles
Students
2301 West Ashton Blvd.
Lehi, UT 84043
(787) 840-2575
Lehi, UT 84043
(787) 840-2575
13.5 miles
| 3,222 students
Joyce University of Nursing and Health Sciences
Private, for profit
12257 South Business Park Drive
Draper, UT 84020
(801) 935-8695
Draper, UT 84020
(801) 935-8695
19.8 miles
| 1,429 students
Broadview University-West Jordan
Private for-profit
1902 W 7800 S
West Jordan, UT 84088
(385) 501-4803
West Jordan, UT 84088
(385) 501-4803
26.0 miles
| 268 students
5588 South Green Street
Murray, UT 84123
(801) 333-8100
Murray, UT 84123
(801) 333-8100
27.6 miles
| 271 students
Recent Articles
Retaining Students through Innovation
Community colleges are heeding President Obama's call for student retention. Learn about the innovative programs some community campuses are creating that keep students in their classroom seats.
Community Colleges Fight Back Against For-Profit Attacks: The Rebuttal
After being attacked by private colleges, community colleges are mounting a defense and publishing studies that clearly outline the differences between the public and private institutions.
June 17, 2024
A to Z of Community College Certificates and CoursesFrom business and healthcare to technology and skilled trades, the article showcases the breadth of options available to students seeking to enhance their knowledge, develop new skills, or pursue career advancement.
