Utah Valley University Reviews

  • 39 Reviews
  • Orem (UT)
  • Annual Tuition: $17,830
91% of 39 students said this degree improved their career prospects
87% of 39 students said they would recommend this school to others
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Student & Graduate Reviews

DugN
  • Reviewed: 7/22/2016
  • Degree: English
"I loved Utah Valley University. It's a very diverse college with fantastic professors. In the English department specifically, the staff was very passionate and really helped me to tap into my creativity and my own psyche. I cannot say enough good about the experience I had as I earned my degree."
Anonymous
  • Reviewed: 7/22/2016
  • Degree: English
"This college offers a wide variety of courses in many different disciplines. The faculty works hard to build good relationships with their students and take the time to teach in such a way that students understand. The campus is sprawling and this needs to be taken into consideration when planning when to take specific classes. You may only have 10 minutes to get from one end of campus to the other, which can be difficult. I loved my time at this school, though, and recommend it to anyone who wants a more liberal education within Utah Valley."
Logan Ingram
  • Reviewed: 7/9/2016
"I have been very satisfied with Utah Valley University (UVU). UVU presented itself to me from a long distance. I am originally from Louisiana and generally, all of the students are from Utah or the surrounding states. California, Idaho, Washington, and Colorado are very common states that students travel from to attend UVU. Being an outsider, new to the area, and looking for a valuable experience, UVU ticked all of the boxes. UVU is a very large school and seems very difficult to navigate through. One of the biggest benefits of the university is the connected hallways. It seems like such a necessity coming from the south where snow does not exist. I know that the locals love it and so do the southern transplants! The signs and organization is simple and easy to follow. They also have kiosks scattered around the university for help finding where you are going. The educational experience at UVU is exceptional. Almost all of my professors in the business program had real world experience that was directly applicable to my learning. Many of my classes were taught by industry leading CEOs and executives. My business strategy class was one of the most valuable and was taught by a retired Kraft Food Vice President. The connections, experience, and message from the program was invaluable. Socially, UVU is a very diverse university. If you are looking for the 'college experience,' UVU has it. Clubs, events, and contests are always going on and the student body leaders are always looking for ways that students can have more fun. If you check out the message boards all over campus and talk to the people at the tables in the food court (Sorensen Center), you will find something fun to do over the weekend or during the week. UVU is home to many non-traditional student looking for finish their education. This is one of the main reasons that UVU does not have on-campus housing. I with that UVU offered on-campus housing in order to make tuition, scholarships, and living easier. With that being said, many student housing complexes are scattered within walking distance of the university. The parking situation is something that is dreaded by all students driving in the first few weeks of the semester. Finding spaces can take 15-20 minutes sometimes and the organization of the lot is not the best. It seems to be a trend at institutions of higher learning not to have good parking. They listened to the students and are actually building more parking right now! It will still not be enough on some days, but it shows that UVU is moving in the right direction. Overall, UVU is a great university. The fun activities, diverse culture, opportunities to build relationships and connect with others is something that is rare to find at some other universities. I am glad that I made the decision to go to UVU for my undergraduate degree and pursue my MBA there as well."
Alexandra
  • Reviewed: 7/6/2016
  • Degree: Culinary Arts
"Utah Valley University was a great school! I love how the buildings are all connected, so you don't have to go outside! The Cuilnary program was really awesome! The program really helped me learn all the skills I needed to get into my career. The professors were all really nice and helpful."
Mckenzie Madsen
  • Reviewed: 7/6/2016
  • Degree: Cultural Studies
"Utah Valley University was one of the best decisions I ever made! First, their scholarship program is awesome! I was awarded an Academic Merit Scholarship just for getting good grades in high school and a relatively decent score on the ACT--no other work required! You qualify automatically! And that scholarship covered ALL of my tuition for my bachelor's degree. Second, my professors were some of the coolest people I have ever met. Because of the smaller class sizes offered in my program (and many of the other programs as well), my professors were more like my friends. Don't get me wrong, they made me work hard, but they also made learning worthwhile--none of that "drone on behind a desk" lecture stuff that feels like a waste of your time. I'd recommend UVU to anyone! It's the fastest growing school in the state, and for a good reason!"
Ryan Francom
  • Reviewed: 4/29/2016
  • Degree: Teaching
"I was instructed by some of the best Mathematical instructors I have ever seen. I was also given the pedagogical teaching knowledge that is the basis for a teacher to seek and ensure student learning. I was prepared for my profession and felt confident in beginning my career. I also found that even after I graduated I had the support of some of those amazing instructors They allowed me to contact them ask questions and join with them as a colleague in teaching professional development and associations."
Luis Alonzo Cueva
  • Reviewed: 11/26/2015
  • Degree: Education
"Utah Valley University was wonderful. I met many caring, dedicated professors. More specifically let me express my gratitude and admiration to the Education Department. I was extremely impress with how dedicated the faculty is. They are a very fine example of the embodiment of a teacher."
Leslie Ewell
  • Reviewed: 10/21/2015
  • Degree: Elementary Education
"I felt very well prepared for my career in Elementary Education. The classes were applicable and the assignments were informative. The practicum experiences prepared me for my student teaching experience. My supervisor as I student taught, helped me to be reflective and improve. I loved my experience in the program."
Lexi
  • Reviewed: 10/13/2015
  • Degree: Political Science
"The campus is nice and new, but the school is overcrowded. It is a good school to start out with before transfering to another school."
Dizzle
  • Reviewed: 9/4/2015
  • Degree: Accounting
"I believe my college experience prepared me to be a better citizen and reliable member of my community. The work load that was expected of me to accomplish helped me to take on multiple responsibilities in my home, neighborhood, and religious affiliation. In my mind college can only benefit you if the proper dedication and focus is applied."
Anonymous
  • Reviewed: 9/1/2015
  • Degree: Sports Management
"Utah Valley University has a large student body but the teachers treat their students very intimately. The professors really care about each student and you don't feel like just another number, like universities with the same number of students."
Jake
  • Reviewed: 8/19/2015
  • Degree: Criminal Justice
"It is tedious sometimes, but overall it is a great experience. Lots of what you learn you will forget, unless you're majoring in the subject, but it does teach discipline and the drive to finish something ( 4 year degree)"
Kaylyn
  • Reviewed: 8/10/2015
  • Degree: English
"I attended two other Utah colleges before graduating from UVU. While I had a great college experience at all three colleges, UVU did the best job of preparing me to exit college. UVU did a great job of helping me to think beyond college and into my future. There was an emphasis in preparing for graduate school or for applying to jobs, as well as participating in out of class activities that look great on a resume or CV. I am so glad I was able to graduate from a school that cared enough to prepare me for the years beyond college."
Patrick Tolman
  • Reviewed: 4/28/2015
  • Degree: Instructional Technology
"The program caters to educators who are currently teaching so courses are offered at a time that makes it easier to continue teaching. The program interview date was after certain financial aid deadlines. As I didn't know if I was int he program yet I hadn't done financial aid and missed the window for the first semester. This is my fault but it seems they would consider something like this."
Robert Fletcher
  • Reviewed: 11/4/2014
  • Degree: Nursing
"I loved that the program allow me to work full time while going to school. I found that the skills applied to my work after I graduated and that the instructors are very supportive after the first semester. Some of the cons with UVU would be that they do not have the nurse practitioner program that I wanted to study after I finished my degree. As great at the college has been they are still working at integrating the new technology."
Mitchell Davies
  • Reviewed: 9/25/2014
  • Degree: Aviation
"I recently completed my UVU's Global B.S. in Aviation Science with an emphasis in Aviation Administration. I was able to do 100% of my work online while working full time. The course work was manageable working because every class was very structured and standardized. All assignments were due Sunday night so this gave me the flexibility to determine when I would balance family, work, and school. I knew what to expect from each class, the tests were fairly easy, the assignments required a lot of work but were thought provoking. If you have self discipline and a brain you can finish this degree with decent grades. The teachers for the most part were knowledgeable and willing to help if you need it. I had one awful teacher who took 3 weeks to get back to me. But overall I loved my experience and got a job at an airport shortly after graduating. I am now working on my Airport Certified Employee certification and my MBA looking to be at the Director level of an airport someday. UVU has definitely helped me work toward this goal."
Kasia Rouse
  • Reviewed: 8/7/2014
  • Degree: Fine Arts
"I went to Utah Valley University and got a B.F.A in Modern Dance. Everything about college was great except for tuition and certain tests."
Elisa Coones
  • Reviewed: 8/5/2014
  • Degree: Criminal Justice
"Great program, wonderful new buildings that offer space for learning. Small class sizes and easy access to instructors. Tutoring available and professors are willing to work with you."
Jacob Jorgensen
  • Reviewed: 5/1/2013
  • Degree: Accounting
"The pros of UVU would definitely be the availability of the staff to help students understand the material. The teaching is also very applicable to real life and many of the teachers are successful business leaders outside of the classroom. The cons would be a limited social life on campus. Also there didn't seem to be very many networking opportunities with people still in the work place."