- 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 46,807 students (45% of students are full-time).
The college's student-teacher ratio of 38:1 is higher than the state community college average of 32:1.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the state average of 30%.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Enrollment: 46,807 students
- In-state tuition: $5,270
- Out-state tuition: $14,802
- Student-teacher ratio: 38:1
- Minority enrollment: 24%
- 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
School Overview
The teacher population of 1,228 teachers has declined by 55% over five years.
Utah Valley University
(UT) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Baccalaureate/Associate's Colleges
Not applicable, not in Carnegie universe (not accredited or nondegree-granting)
Institution Level
Four or more years
Four or more years
Institution Control
Public
Public
Year Founded
1941
Campus Size
185 acres
Total Faculty
1,228 staff
98 staff
School Calendar
Student Body
The student population of Utah Valley University has grown by 14% over five years.
The student-teacher ratio of 38:1 has increased from 15:1 over five years.
The Utah Valley University diversity score of 0.40 is less than the state average of 0.49. The school's diversity has grown by 26% over five years.
Total Enrollment
46,807 students
3,023 students
Showing 2012–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Student-Teacher Ratio
38:1
32:1
# Full-Time Students
21,178 students
476 students
Showing 2012–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
# Part-Time Students
25,629 students
2,547 students
Showing 2012–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
# Enrollment Undergraduate
45,810 students
2,323 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
20,655 students
476 students
Showing 2012–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
# Full-Time Graduate Students
523 students
109 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
25,155 students
3,592 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
474 students
263 students
% Asian
1%
2%
Showing 2008–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
% Hispanic
13%
13%
Showing 2008–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
% Black
1%
2%
Showing 2008–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
% White
76%
70%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
% Hawaiian
1%
1%
% Two or more races
4%
4%
% Non Resident races
2%
2%
% Unknown races
2%
5%
Diversity Score
0.40
0.49
Showing 2011–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
0.3921%
n/a
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$49,800
$32,700
Tuition & Financial Aid
The public in-state tuition of $5,270 is more than the state average of $4,544. The in-state tuition has declined by 12% over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $14,802 is more than the state average of $13,647. The out-state tuition has declined by 13% over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$5,270
$4,544
Out-State Tuition Fees
$14,802
$13,647
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
70%
76%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Median Debt for Graduates
$15,108
$15,108
Median Debt for Dropouts
$6,541
$6,334
Sports
School Mascot
Wolverines
Source: 2025 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) , School Administrators
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.
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
Quick Facts
Provo College
Private for-profit
1450 W 820 N
Provo, UT 84601
(877) 660-4623
Provo, UT 84601
(877) 660-4623
2.7 miles
Enrollment: 669 students Student-teacher ratio: 37:1 Acceptance rate: 85% Private-state tuition: $14,880 Minority enrollment: 31%
2301 West Ashton Blvd.
Lehi, UT 84043
(801) 753-4100
Lehi, UT 84043
(801) 753-4100
13.5 miles
Enrollment: 3,967 students Student-teacher ratio: 28:1 Minority enrollment: 27%
Galen Health Institutes-Salt Lake City
Private for-profit
344 West 13800 South
Draper, UT 84020
(877) 223-7040
Draper, UT 84020
(877) 223-7040
18.5 miles
Enrollment: 122 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 34%
Joyce University of Nursing and Health Sciences
Private for-profit
12257 South Business Park Drive
Draper, UT 84020
(801) 816-1444
Draper, UT 84020
(801) 816-1444
19.8 miles
Enrollment: 2,073 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Acceptance rate: 62% Private-state tuition: $18,320 Minority enrollment: 31%
Eagle Gate College-Murray
Private for-profit
5588 South Green Street
Murray, UT 84123
(888) 618-9336
Murray, UT 84123
(888) 618-9336
27.6 miles
Enrollment: 410 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Private-state tuition: $14,880 Minority enrollment: 56%
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