Utah Valley University Acceptance Rate & Tuition (2026)
Utah Valley University is a public research university in Orem, Utah, enrolling about 28,453 students. Utah Valley University awards degrees and certificates tracked in federal College Scorecard and IPEDS reporting. Published tuition for full-time study is about $6,507 per year before aid; net price varies by family income. Median earnings about ten years after entry reach about $55,486 among students who received federal aid.
Key Facts
- 2024 Undergraduate Tuition: $6,507
- 2024 Average Net Price: $6,376 After Financial Aid
- 2024 Acceptance Rate: N/A Moderate Selectivity
- 2024 Enrolled Students: 28,453 65.0% Full-Time
- 2024 Graduation Rate: 45.11%
- Carnegie Classification: Master's Colleges and Universities: Medium Programs
- First-Generation Students: 27.2%
- Tuition trend: In-state tuition increase of 0.0% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Net price trend: Average net price decrease of 6.1% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Full-Time Faculty: 39.1%
- Undergraduate Enrollment: 56,745
- Room & Board: $12,150 annual estimate
Utah Valley University: what the data shows
Common questions about Utah Valley University, answered from College Scorecard and IPEDS in this repository.
Where is Utah Valley University?
Utah Valley University is located in Orem, UT (ZIP 84058-5999).
NCES locale classification: Town.
Is Utah Valley University public or private?
Utah Valley University is a Public institution.
How much does Utah Valley University cost?
Published tuition: $6,507 in-state, $18,489 out-of-state.
Average net price after aid: $6,376.
| Family income band | Avg. net price |
|---|---|
| Family income $0–$30,000 | $3,904 |
| $30,001–$48,000 | $4,231 |
| $48,001–$75,000 | $5,664 |
| $75,001–$110,000 | $8,115 |
| $110,001+ | $13,297 |
Sticker tuition × four years (estimate, no room/board): $26,028.
How big is Utah Valley University?
Total enrollment: 28,453 students.
Undergraduate enrollment: 56,745 students.
Graduate enrollment: 997 students.
About 65% enroll full-time in our extract.
What is the graduation rate at Utah Valley University?
150%-time completion rate: 45.11%.
First-year retention: 73.1%.
What do graduates of Utah Valley University earn?
Median earnings: $46,825 six years after entry; $55,486 ten years after entry (College Scorecard).
How much debt do students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers: $14,750.
22.92% of students receive Pell grants.
What is Utah Valley University known for?
Largest IPEDS program completions at this institution:
- General Studies (3,612 completions)
- Business Administration and Management, General (1,162 completions)
- Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies (968 completions)
- Psychology, General (459 completions)
- Design and Visual Communications, General (439 completions)
- Airline/Commercial/Professional Pilot and Flight Crew (414 completions)
- Criminal Justice/Law Enforcement Administration (363 completions)
- Accounting (308 completions)
- Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse (298 completions)
- Biology/Biological Sciences, General (294 completions)
See ROI & Programs for more.
Is Utah Valley University a good school?
We do not score schools on opinion. Federal data in our extract show completion rate 45.11%; median earnings $55,486 at 10 years; net price $6,376. Compare these figures to your cost, aid, and career goals.
Tuition & Cost
Tuition Costs
$6,507
2024 Undergraduate Tuition
In 2024, the cost of tuition at Utah Valley University was $6,507.
Tuition comparison with similar institutions.
Average Net Price
$6,376
2024 Value
In 2024 Utah Valley University had an average net price — the price paid after factoring in grants and loans — of $6,376.
Average net price comparison with similar institutions.
Total Cost of Attendance
$25,504 Estimated 4-Year Total Cost
$6,376 Average Annual Net Price (after aid)
$26,028 4-Year In-State Tuition
$73,956 4-Year Out-of-State Tuition
$12,150 Room & Board (annual, on-campus estimate)
$528 Books & Supplies (annual estimate)
$19,185 Estimated Annual Sticker (tuition + room/board + books)
$76,740 Estimated 4-Year Sticker (before aid)
4-year total cost breakdown for Utah Valley University.
Financial Aid by Income Level
22.92% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Grants
9.06% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Loans
Financial aid distribution by income level.
Student Loan Default Rate
0.00%
3-year cohort default rate (College Scorecard)
The published 3-year cohort default rate for borrowers at Utah Valley University was 0.00%.
Cohort default rates account for borrowers who default in the first three years.
Tuition tracker
Published tuition and average net price by reporting year come from the College Scorecard institution file. Values are not adjusted for inflation; missing cells mean the field was not reported or was suppressed for Utah Valley University in that year.
Reporting years in the table below: 2013–2023 (Scorecard labels refer to the institutional submission cycle).
| Year | In-state tuition & fees | Out-of-state tuition & fees | Average net price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | $5,086 | $14,256 | $9,642 |
| 2014 | $5,270 | $14,802 | $8,218 |
| 2015 | $5,386 | $15,202 | $8,259 |
| 2016 | $5,530 | $15,690 | $8,199 |
| 2017 | $5,652 | $16,066 | $7,995 |
| 2018 | $5,726 | $16,296 | $7,572 |
| 2019 | $5,820 | $16,570 | $9,159 |
| 2020 | $5,906 | $16,806 | $9,955 |
| 2021 | $6,010 | $17,092 | $9,464 |
| 2022 | $6,270 | $17,830 | $9,011 |
| 2023 | $6,270 | $17,830 | $8,463 |
Sticker tuition and net price over time
Where the institution reported separate in-state and out-of-state tuition, both appear. Gaps mean the value was not reported for that year.
College Scorecard reporting-year fields (not inflation-adjusted).
Net price by family income
Brackets follow Scorecard definitions for the series shown (public vs private institution).
Latest income-band net prices available in the processed extract.
Acceptance Rate & Admissions
Acceptance Rate
Acceptance rate data is not available for this institution.
Acceptance rate compared to national average.
Test Scores
Test score data is not available for this institution.
Average SAT and ACT scores for admitted students.
Academic Requirements
GPA requirements are not published by this institution. Contact the admissions office for specific academic requirements.
Estimated GPA and test score ranges.
Enrollment & Student Demographics
Utah Valley University reported total enrollment of about 28,453 students in the latest College Scorecard extract. The student body is about 51% male and 49% female. Enrollment by race and ethnicity includes White (76.1%), Hispanic or Latino (13.8%), and Two or More Races (3.9%). About 22.92% of undergraduates receive Pell Grants. Roughly 27.2% of students are first-generation college students.
Full-Time vs Part-Time Enrollment
65.0% Full-Time Enrollment
The total enrollment at Utah Valley University in 2024 is 28,453 students.
Undergraduate enrollment is about 56,745 students. Graduate enrollment is about 997 students.
Full-time vs part-time enrollment comparison.
Retention Rate over Time
73.1%
2024 Retention Rate
Retention rate measures the number of first-time students who began their studies the previous fall and returned to school the following fall.
Retention rate over time compared to similar institutions.
Enrollment by Race & Ethnicity
The largest enrollment share in our College Scorecard extract is White at 76.1%.
Shares are for total enrollment (undergraduate and graduate combined when reported).
College Scorecard student demographics.
Graduates & Outcomes
Time to Complete
17.20% 100% Completion Time
45.11% 150% Completion Time
In 2024, 17.20% of students graduating from Utah Valley University completed their program within 100% "normal time".
Completion rates over time compared to similar institutions.
Completions by Sex (Top Programs)
- General Studies: 51% male / 49% female
- Business Administration and Management, General: 68% male / 32% female
- Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies: 29% male / 71% female
IPEDS completions by sex for the five largest programs (aggregate CIPs excluded).
Completions by Race & Ethnicity
Combined IPEDS award counts across reported programs; largest group: White.
Summed across program completion records in our extract.
ROI & Programs
Financial value and program information for Utah Valley University.
Return on Investment
$14,750 Median Student Debt
$55,486 Median Annual Earnings (10 years)
26.58% Debt-to-Earnings Ratio
2075.58% Return on Investment
2.7 years Estimated Payback Period
Financial value analysis for Utah Valley University.
Top Programs by Completions
10 largest programs by IPEDS completions (of 161 reported codes; aggregate/unknown CIP buckets excluded).
1. General Studies: 3,612 completions
2. Business Administration and Management, General: 1,162 completions
3. Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies: 968 completions
4. Psychology, General: 459 completions
5. Design and Visual Communications, General: 439 completions
6. Airline/Commercial/Professional Pilot and Flight Crew: 414 completions
7. Criminal Justice/Law Enforcement Administration: 363 completions
8. Accounting: 308 completions
9. Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse: 298 completions
Most popular programs at Utah Valley University.
Employment Outcomes
Employment outcome data is not available for this institution.
Earnings outcomes for Utah Valley University graduates.
Operations
Instructional staffing and expenditure indicators for Utah Valley University from College Scorecard (not a full IPEDS finance statement).
Instructional Resources
- Full-time faculty share: 39.1%
- Average faculty salary (Scorecard): $10,149
- Instructional expenditure per FTE: $6,343
Endowment and detailed non-instructional staff counts require IPEDS Finance/HR surveys and are not in this extract.
Scorecard instructional metrics where reported.
About
Utah Valley University is a public institution located in Orem, UT, classified as Master's Colleges and Universities: Medium Programs. In the latest IPEDS completions in our extract, the largest programs by awards were General Studies, Business Administration and Management, General, Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies. Enrollment is approximately 28,453 students. Student body composition includes White (76.1%), Hispanic or Latino (13.8%), Two or More Races (3.9%). The 150%-time completion rate is 45.11%. Approximately 22.92% of students receive Pell Grants. About 27.2% of students are first-generation college students.
Institution Type
Public
Carnegie Classification: Master's Colleges and Universities: Medium Programs
Location
Orem, UT 84058-5999
Region: Rocky Mountains
Insights and Analysis
Diverse Program Offerings: With over 161 distinct degree programs, Utah Valley University provides students with a wide range of academic options. This diversity allows students to explore various fields and find programs that align with their interests and career goals.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Utah Valley University located?
Utah Valley University is located in Orem, UT.
How much does Utah Valley University cost?
Reported tuition is $6,507 and average net price is $6,376 in the latest College Scorecard data. On-campus room and board is estimated at $12,150 annually.
What is the student body demographics at Utah Valley University?
Utah Valley University reports undergraduate enrollment of about 56,745 students, White (76.1%), Hispanic or Latino (13.8%) in federal College Scorecard data.
How many first-generation students attend Utah Valley University?
About 27.2% of students at Utah Valley University are first-generation college students.
What do graduates of Utah Valley University earn?
Median earnings are $46,825 six years after entry and $55,486 ten years after entry.
What is the graduation rate at Utah Valley University?
The 150%-time completion rate is 45.1% for the cohort reported to the College Scorecard.
How much debt do Utah Valley University students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers is $14,750.
Is Utah Valley University public or private?
Utah Valley University is a public institution located in Orem, UT.
Is Utah Valley University an HBCU?
No. Utah Valley University is not flagged as an HBCU in the IPEDS institutional directory.
Is Utah Valley University a tribal college?
No. Utah Valley University is not flagged as a tribal college in IPEDS.
Is Utah Valley University a Hispanic-serving institution (HSI)?
Using a 25% Hispanic enrollment threshold on College Scorecard demographics, Utah Valley University does not meet that proxy (reported share 13.8%).
Is Utah Valley University religiously affiliated?
No religious affiliation is reported for Utah Valley University in IPEDS institutional characteristics.
Data Sources
This page uses data from the following sources:
- College Scorecard - U.S. Department of Education
- Institutional characteristics, costs, completion rates, and earnings data
- Data years: 2015-2024
- Source: collegescorecard.ed.gov
- Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS)
- Employment and wage data by occupation
- Latest data: May 2024
- Source: bls.gov/oes
- O*NET Online - U.S. Department of Labor
- Occupational skills, knowledge, abilities, and work activities
- Database version: 28.0 (August 2023)
- Source: onetcenter.org
- IPEDS (Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System) - National Center for Education Statistics
- Institutional data, completions, enrollment, and financial aid
- Data years: 2015-2024
- Source: nces.ed.gov/ipeds
- Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS)
- Demographic and workforce data
- Latest data: 2023 ACS 5-Year Estimates
- Source: census.gov/acs
- Related geography & profiles
- Utah college costs
- Utah colleges by ROI
- Orem, Utah city profile
- Rocky Mountains regional profile
- All state profiles
- Regional profiles
- National benchmarks
- School directory
- All schools in Utah
Data Processing: All data has been processed, cleaned, and aggregated for presentation. Where specific data points are unavailable, estimates are based on available data and clearly marked.
Last Updated: Data reflects the most recent available information as of January 2025.
Methodology
Data for this profile is sourced from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard dataset, which provides comprehensive information on institutions of higher education in the United States.
All financial figures are adjusted for inflation and represent the most recent available data. Graduation rates and completion times are calculated according to federal standards.