- 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 54,501 students (36% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the state community college average of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the state average of 29%.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Enrollment: 54,501 students
- In-state tuition: $5,270
- Out-state tuition: $14,802
- Student:teacher ratio: 20:1
- Minority enrollment: 23%
- 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 2,748 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Utah Valley University
(UT) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Master's Colleges & Universities: Larger Programs
Not applicable, not in Carnegie universe (not accredited or nondegree-granting)
Institution Level
Four or more years
Four or more years
Institution Control
Public
Private not-for-profit
Total Faculty
2,748 staff
154 staff
School Calendar
Student Body
The student population of Utah Valley University has grown by 30% over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 has increased from 15:1 over five years.
The Utah Valley University diversity score of 0.39 is less than the state average of 0.47. The school's diversity has grown by 13% over five years.
Total Enrollment
54,501 students
2,323 students
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
16:1
# Full-Time Students
19,564 students
621 students
# Part-Time Students
34,937 students
3,394 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
534 students
325 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
19,058 students
621 students
# Full-Time Graduate Students
506 students
49 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
34,374 students
3,394 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
563 students
37 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
n/a
750 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
n/a
1%
% Asian
1%
2%
% Hispanic
12%
13%
% Black
1%
1%
% White
77%
71%
% Hawaiian
1%
1%
% Two or more races
4%
3%
% Non Resident races
2%
4%
% Unknown races
2%
4%
Diversity Score
0.39
0.47
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
n/a
0.6526%
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
0.3921%
0.4651%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$49,800
$32,700
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
The public in-state tuition of $5,270 is more than the state average of $4,544. The in-state tuition has declined by 10% 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 11% 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%
73%
Median Debt for Graduates
$15,108
$15,972
Median Debt for Dropouts
$6,541
$6,334
Acceptance Rate
n/a
93%
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: 2024 (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.
In what neighborhood is Utah Valley University located?
Utah Valley University is located in the Sunset Heights neighborhood of Orem, UT.
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The nearest community college to Utah Valley University is Provo College (2.7 miles away)
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