UVU MEANS BUSINESS: WHERE DEGREES LEAD TO CAREERS PREPARING UTAH’S STUDENTS TO THRIVE IN TODAY’S WORKFORCE WITH REAL-WORLD SKILLS AND REAL RESULTS. At Utah Valley University, we believe higher education should be accessible and lead to meaningful work and life. As Utah’s largest public university with more than 46,000 students, UVU helps every student succeed with career-focused programs at one of the nation’s lowest tuition rates. Our approach delivers results. In 2025, UVU celebrated over 12,940 graduates — the highest number in university history. Our graduates leave ready to make positive impacts in the workplace and their communities.Ten years after graduation, 74% of alumni live in Utah, fueling the state’s economy.* FLEXIBLE PATHWAYS AND STACKABLE CREDENTIALS As an open-admissions institution, UVU welcomes students at every stage of life — just out of high school, changing careers, or returning to finish a degree. Our dual-mission model blends the accessibility of a community college with the rigor of a teaching university, offering many paths — from certificates to master’s degrees. As 76% of students work while in school and 12% support children under 18, we offer flexible course schedules, online and hybrid options, and stackable degrees, so they can build skills while balancing responsibilities.* INDUSTRY-ALIGNED EDUCATION UVU partners with Utah’s business community to ensure students graduate with relevant, career-ready skills. We shape programs that meet workforce needs. Students gain hands-on experience through internships, apprenticeships, project-based learning, and professional mentorship, ensuring students graduate with a degree and a resume. The result: 73.4% of UVU graduates secure high-demand, high-wage jobs powering the economy. ** HOLISTIC STUDENT SUPPORT From students’ first years to first jobs, UVU’s comprehensive support network helps students succeed. All students can access targeted support services like the First-Year Advising Center, the Money Success Center, and financial aid and scholarships. For the one-third of students who are the first in their families to earn a college degree, the First-Generation Student Success Center helps students navigate college life. UVU provides advising, tutoring, mental health counseling, and wellness services to remove barriers and help students thrive. At UVU, higher education is more than a degree — it’s a launching pad. With affordable education, strong industry ties, and holistic support, UVU invites students to come as they are and leave with a brighter future. *UVU Business Intelligence and Research Services **Utah Office of the Commissioner of Higher Education Data Governance and Analytics
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