Reviews of Utah Valley University (University)

Andy May

It's a good school, but fees is too expensive. And the new president is very dishonest and corrupt. She has been hired to manufacture diversity. And with that, the culture of merit will give way to culture of fraud and abstractions. The board of trustees should be arrested and prosecuted.

Justine Rupprecht

Coming here was the best decision I have ever made. Every single professor cares about my learning and the fact that the average class size is 23 (I’ve never had a class over 25) makes it so my teachers know me, know my name, know what type of student I am, and some even came to my wedding! I have also been incredibly impressed with the resources. You would have to TRY to fail at UVU, because they truly make it so easy to succeed. From job resources, free tutoring, professor office hours, financial aid and scholarships, and everything in between I honestly feel like every single person I talk to wants me to succeed. The campus is amazing and INDOORS like seriously it is the best part of campus. Shorts in the winter and pants in the summer. Sure parking can be hard, but you are 100% going to find that at any university and it is really only bad after 10am so if you have classes before that you will be fine. The social life is great and the activities are fun and well attended. Free food at all times and tons of on campus food options. I honestly feel like the education I received is worth a million times more than what the tuition is (one of the lowest in the nation for a university). UVU focuses on Engaged Learning, or learning by doing, and most my classes don’t even have textbooks or tests, just projects and resume building it’s amazing. Add that to the fact that it is open enrollment and you can see why it is the largest university in the state. Seriously. Come take a tour at least and see how awesome UVU is.

Christina Acker

I have gone to UVU for years now and I have never been satisfied by the university. I started school hear because of low tuition and open enrollment but my opinions of the school have only gotten worse overtime. Now UVU is completely overpopulated, classes are too large, parking is impossible, and the faculty is incredibly rude! Many of the classes at UVU provide a website to do your homework on and it's been my experience that every semester the website has some sort of problem. I'm currently enrolled in a Calculus class and the Connect Learning materials have been broken for four weeks now. Not only is Connect not fixing the problem, my teacher hasn't done anything to fix it and when I complained to my "student senator" I was chastised as if I was the one who did something wrong. My experience with the Academic advisers is just as unpleasant. They don't know what they are talking about and they are almost always short with me! If you are looking for a school, I suggest you keep looking. If I knew this is how my education was going to play out, I would have paid more tuition so that I could go to a school that is half decent.

Porter Quarter

The vast majority of their proffessors don't teach, but rather simply voice their opinions rather than actual facts. Even teachers that are supposed to be teaching classes about science, geography, and demographics. Some of them have even stated flat out that they're not qualified for the job. They have a tutoring lab that employs impressively underqualified students who are incapable of helping you, but at least they get paid to do nothing other than their own homework. Teachers care very little for their students and care more for their own image, success, or opinions rather than actually teaching. I like the school, or maybe I just like learning, but the university could be far more competent in their ability to help students, which is, I believe, their primary responsibility.

Andy May

It's a good school, but fees is too expensive. And the new president is very dishonest and corrupt. She has been hired to manufacture diversity. And with that, the culture of merit will give way to culture of fraud and abstractions. The board of trustees should be arrested and prosecuted.

Matt Bowen

The staff is friendly. No one likes taking tests but they make it go smoothly. My complaint with the testing center is that they are unwilling to work out schedules with the school of business in many situations. My professors will try and have the test open for a week or so but the testing center will only allow them to have it open for 2 or 3 days. Maybe i just have bad luck with the classes i'm in or maybe the weeks my tests are but its annoying that the testing center wont let the teachers give us more days to take the test. With college students' busy schedules it is hard to find time to take a test in such a short window

Nathan Hubbard

I only attended this university for two semesters and my review isn't about the service I recieved while going. I am in the Air force in North Carolina trying to attend a school in NC, I requested a transcript and was told they are unable to do so. I have to mail them the application and have them mail the university the transcripts. I'm looking at 2-3 weeks just in the mail. How am I supposed accomplish attendeding this "NC" university for summer semester when the only option USU allows is paper mail. I do not have the funds to pay the overnight fees. Thanks USU for no !E-TRANSCRIPTS! THE 3 OTHER UNIVERSITYS I ATTENDED DO.

Benjamin Hatch

The teachers are great. UVU really tries to provide networking opportunities and other activities that make the college experience more enjoyable. There are also many resources to help students out that need additional help, such as math lab and business lab. It seems like some academic advisers are hit and miss. Most of my visits to the academic advisers I was given information, but it was not always complete or accurate. I feel the same with getting financial aid submitted. I feel like the UI could be updated to help move you through submitting required paperwork for financial aid. There is always someone at UVU that will help, you just have to find that person.

Javin Weaver

I went to UVU for a number of years and enjoyed my educational experience there. It really helped prepare me for the workplace and gave me the tools that I needed to know. My professors were great for the most part. Of course there are some you don't like...we're human! I've seen this school grow not only student population wise but academically and it'll only get better as the years come.

Marc Whiting

Major disconnect in education and course materials, from actual reality.

Eladio Bobadilla

Great school and great value. Save yourself the $ and go here if you're planning on going to BYU.

Paul Peterson

Oh please, enough with the whole "open enrollment, low quality" mumbo jumbo. Sure, there might be some teachers you don't like at UVU, but it's practically the same everywhere. That's what the rate my professors website is for. Thank you UVU for providing high quality education, and opportunities for those who would have otherwise been unable to attend college. I once heard someone say, "UVU? They'll let just about anyone in there," in a very condescending tone. Yeah, maybe they will, but that's not all. UVU opens doors and opportunities for success, no matter what your status might be.

Isaac Benge

School here is nice and if you need something cheap, but UVU reinforces the comment that "University education is becoming less valuable." Half my professors were either teaching here their first time, didn't speak English, or had no expertise in their subject. I passed 2 years of credits by watching videos and drawing pictures during class: not because I'm smart, but because there was no content. Like in high school, many of the professors have 30% percent of their grade centered around attendance. Not participation, but attendance. So yes, I ignored class because everything I needed for an A was provided online. I'm typing this now during Philosophy class, and I am not missing anything. Books are hardly ever used but are "required" according to the professors. They gather dust on my shelf. Most problems here need to be fixed across the nation not just UVU, but I am a very frustrated student in my twenties because I don't know where my money is going. Teachers aren't happy with pay and all have second jobs. The building and resources are really really nice but I rarely need to use them since the internet was invented. UVU in general education has the same quality as Khan Academy except here, there is a physical address they want you to come to. There is a good range of food options but mostly crowded into the same building. Parking is ridiculous and there is no reason to pay $90 a year for the clustered insanity that the school created. Use the darn money to hire a civil engineer for God's sake. Once you pass general education and focus in to better classes, the rooms get nicer and the teaching quality doubles. Don't come here if you're not willing to graduate. Location is fine other than the city planning on the busiest road outside. If you're coming from the south east your drive will be dangerous, traffic is terrible and construction has been in effect for 4 years now. Very annoying. Train station is very convenient and is likely your best choice if you have a transportation method to your nearest station. Students who work feel punished because rent in the area is high, and pay low. Scholarships are handed to those without jobs first, those who aren't working for rent and tuition are the ones handed money from the school. Afternoon/Night classes are poor in options and schedule so working at a volatile job is ever more of a punishment. (Data from a few friends and strangers) Many activities, but the activities most advertised in my buildings were focused for helping women, about guest speakers, for the LGBT community, or cost $15. So I've never been to one, though free lectures and speeches are common. Overall, UVU focuses on medium-to-low education and welcoming everyone with open arms. But once you're here, you may want to transfer to BYU or drop out entirely.

Zachary Miller

I have nothing positive to say about this university and its administration. They lack ethical and moral values and I would not recommend anyone to attend this university. They enable and employ people who sexually harass their employees and lie to their superiors about their conduct. I have firsthand knowledge of this occurring and the University did nothing about it. In fact, they promoted the employee and gave him more money and more power. Any person who cares about their wife, daughter, or sister should not let them come here.

Samuel Ahlstrom

Great university with wonderful facilities. Love going here.

FJX2000 Productions

I really enjoy UVU. It has treated me well and I have overall liked the professors and the campus is pretty cool. Parking can get hectic but I plan on returning here for more school soon.

estelalice A

I am planning to transfer to this school and hoping to have an amazing journey there. I took a campus tour and was amazed by the ambassadors they're really friendly, helpful and welcoming. You can't go wrong with this university. Although it is far from where I live I am ready to go extra mile for a good experience.

Joshua Butts

They have a pretty decent graphic design program. They recently hired a new board member for the design program so it is much better than it used to be. The school computers pretty much all suck though so you are best off using your own.

Amy Bond

I have loved attending UVU, all of my professors have been very knowledgeable and helpful. I just received my associates degree and am working towards my bachelors degree.

Tyler Condie

Acceptable and Cheap. It feels like they grew to fast and have no room left to grow. Teachers are a mix of good and bad (check teacher ratings before registering for a class), but classrooms are jammed. Difficult to get into the classes you need because they feel up so quickly, which can throw off your timeline for graduation if you can't get into your necessary prerequisites. Parking is abysmal, and they keep getting rid of parking to build more buildings. If it's all you can afford, it's acceptable, but if you can make somewhere better work, it's probably worth it.

Dylan S

Absolutely loved my time here. Fantastic learning environment and a quality education. The faculty and staff actually care about student success and give students every tool they could possibly need to thrive. I am a proud Wolverine!

Justine Rupprecht

Coming here was the best decision I have ever made. Every single professor cares about my learning and the fact that the average class size is 23 (I’ve never had a class over 25) makes it so my teachers know me, know my name, know what type of student I am, and some even came to my wedding! I have also been incredibly impressed with the resources. You would have to TRY to fail at UVU, because they truly make it so easy to succeed. From job resources, free tutoring, professor office hours, financial aid and scholarships, and everything in between I honestly feel like every single person I talk to wants me to succeed. The campus is amazing and INDOORS like seriously it is the best part of campus. Shorts in the winter and pants in the summer. Sure parking can be hard, but you are 100% going to find that at any university and it is really only bad after 10am so if you have classes before that you will be fine. The social life is great and the activities are fun and well attended. Free food at all times and tons of on campus food options. I honestly feel like the education I received is worth a million times more than what the tuition is (one of the lowest in the nation for a university). UVU focuses on Engaged Learning, or learning by doing, and most my classes don’t even have textbooks or tests, just projects and resume building it’s amazing. Add that to the fact that it is open enrollment and you can see why it is the largest university in the state. Seriously. Come take a tour at least and see how awesome UVU is.

Spencer Brown

UVU gives their students so any opportunities to grow. They focus on the student and student success. Best School!!

Lucie Bertuleit

I have never felt so welcomed and looked out for like at UVU. I love the diversity,, the support that students and teachers give each other, plus campus is beautiful and has so much to offer!

Trent Taylor

The best university in the world!

S. Jackie Milton

One of the best schools in Utah. The teachers are excellent! One of the school's main focus is to ensure student success; which shows in all the programs that's made available to the students here. There's workout facilities to encourage good health, tutor centers for all subjects, clubs to join, great academic advisors to help you plan and map out your time here, and the doors to any of the offices are always open to give that one on one interaction. I couldn't have made a better decision in attending UVU to pursue my education. There are many different people from all walks of life that makes this educational experience a enjoyable one. Come and see what this school is all about. You won't be disappointed.

Avi Cohen

I stated taking classes online at UVU in 2009. Because of work, money, family, I've being going on and off over the years... chipping away. Then last year, I was getting ready to start back up, and while I have 100 credits, I need 120 to graduate, (all were at one point being applied to my degree), all of a sudden, seems that 20 or so, weren't being applied anymore. I called them up and after 45 minutes or so, basically, the "catalog" I stated my degree in, in 2009 had "expired" and thus, "some" of the classes that used to be applied to the degree no longer applied and new ones have taken their places. So, I lost the time & money that I spent on those classes, AND, I'd have spend more time and money on n taking the replacements, plus the balance of the degree... I told them to piss off, that this was theft of time and money and that while I'm sure they could care less, I'd be looking for someplace else to finish my degree. Their response was basically, "you gotta do what you gotta do"...

Jimmy Nociama

This is one school you need to AVOID!!! These guys will do more to hurt your future than to help it; and they will rob you of as much as they can in the process. They have inept counselors that will entrap you into telling your personal information in the guise of offering help, then use that personal information to use it against you. They have malevolent feminists that target men in a coordinated attack to emasculate and dehumanize you while they work with other UVU staff to target your professional goals. They practice the typical two-faced Mormon ritual of acting like they care about you narcissistically portraying all smiles and fake-goodness and offering to help you achieve, while stabbing you in the back while you're distracted! Their record of graduating students is very poor as well! Trust me... FIND ANOTHER SCHOOL!!!

Ricardo Shaffer

The educators at this university are phenomenal. That said, there is a significant problem with the university testing center. The testing center is rather difficult to work with, and it poses a significant problem with acquiring a decent education. Almost all classes (standard in most universities) are test-based; only intro classes are homework-based; you will have to work with the testing center extensively- any change in their policies can result in you failing a test and even a class. CONSIDER BEFORE JOINING- IT HAS COSTS SEVERAL STUDENTS' THOUSANDS OF DOLLARS SOLELY DUE TO THEIR CHANGED HOURS (MISSING ONE TEST CAN COST YOU A WHOLE SEMESTER AND A FAILING/LOW GRADE) I highly urge anyone considering UVU to consider their schedule, and significantly factor in your work-schedule around the testing center. Furthermore, keep in mind that their hours and policies are constantly changing.- They offer limited hours on major test-taking days (Friday and Saturday open until 4). Additionally, they have changed their opening hours. For most students, afternoons are either dedicated to evening classes if you work mornings, or morning classes to accommodate an afternoon work-schedule. Furthermore, the testing center rarely abides by the terms specified by the professors- testing materials used, timed testing, etc. It is also the responsibility of the testing center to create sufficient copies, as requested by the instructor, to accommodate all of their students'- Yet, they have fallen short of doing this many times, and requires additional waiting for approval. I've seen several incidences that have caused professors to have to change their syllabus simply due to the fact that the testing center had changed their policies- either test submission deadlines, making rules for study-aides, etc. Furthermore, their constant rotation of new staff causes significant delays. There has been several instances that only 5-10 people are in line, yet the wait time is more than 10 minutes. According to the school policy, the testing center fees are included- but, new exceptions are added nearly every semester.

Adriana L

I love taking classes at Utah Valley University, by my own experience teachers are dedicated, and convey the material effectively. UVU is the best University in United States! Very professional personnel and faculty.

Steven Holland

Great teachers, very helpful, pretty small class sizes, great technology throughout the school. Parking rules are dumb, free parking everywhere after 5 pm except in the pay as you park area...they'll still ticket you.

Tony Reid

I went here for a number of years, and ran into issues every year. The teaching staff is awful, the administration department is constantly making errors, and the resources are all confusing and unorganized. Their website has more broken links that working, once in the student portal. UVU is the reason I gave up on a college education.

Joseph Arvig

Utah Valley University is a great University with a dynamic staff and a great learning environment. One of my favorite things is that the entire campus is connected and is one giant building, This is espically nice in the winter when it starts getting cold outside, as well as on rainy days when you really dont wanna go out. One problem with the school is parking. it is impossible to find anywhere to park on this campus after 9AM, so if you go here make sure you get their plenty earl to find a spot. Utah Valley University is the largest University in the State of Utah with over 33,000 students. I highly recommend this school.

Jayce Van Haren

UVU is a pretty great campus when you get down to it. It’s affordable, the classes are high quality once you get into your degree, but like most colleges they get bogged down by the randomness and classes that just make the college money and waste your time. But that’s college. However, as a transfer student, it’s been great to see that many of the professors are very much interested in seeing their students succeed. It has an established business program and I’ve for the most part enjoyed my time here. It’s definitely a plus over BYU

Adam Lever

Utah valley university is a college comparable to any other. It provides a different experience to it's students by giving them numerous opportunities to become involved. Sadly just as anywhere else, if students do not put themselves out there, you may have a bad experience here. But if you are willing to put yourself out there, You Will Succeed. I love this place.

Eric Allen

Love the university and all my professors have been great

Harold Carey Jr

I worked here and and took classes here. My kids also went here. I like this place more than BYU for students. The best feature of this school is that all the buildings library and events center are attached so you never have to go outside in the freezing cold, snow or rain.

Ben V

Definitely a better fit if you’re more left leaning and I’ve been impressed with lots of things, I highly recommend it.

Carrie Henson

Nobody will even help me get info. They just say “ this is how you apply”. I’m not going to apply when I don’t have any info and they don’t care.

Lacey Farley

I love UVU. I love that it is all about the student and not about the institution's name. Everyone there is so willing to help you and make you successful. The professors actually knew my name! The student life aspect is so fun. Best choice I have ever made.

Eric Romrell

My experience at UVU has been nothing but a daunting task. With miscommunication and inexperience as a first year student, no effort was made to help me understand the processes to get registered, add/drop classes, or receive help financial aid. With so many people trying to get an education I understand the people make mistakes and errors are made. I don't think that the school was going out of there way to attack me or not to help me. But for a program an educational program or system claiming to help the individual was definitely not met. I wouldn't recommend anyone to apply or come to school here at UVU. If they do I just hope that they have a better experience than I did.

Dana Munn

Good school, growing too fast in my opinion.

Masrcus420

The Computer Science department receives less money than any other department for the school. It is getting better but the classes and choices are limited.

Rhett Wimmer

UVU offers so many opportunities. It's an amazing school for decent priced tuition. The campus is gorgeous and full of life. There are so many things to do on campus, and so many places to explore. I feel so comfortable here at UVU. I don't think I could have picked a better school. The class sizes are kept small, and the professors are amazing. I'm only through my first year, but I already have learned so much! I've formed a great bond with professors who are highly skilled in their trade/craft they teach. I was so nervous starting college, but UVU almost feels like a home away from home. I cannot wait to spend up my next 3 years here.

Tj Jones

They hire steroid filled egomaniacal pigs to patrol the campus. Doesn't matter who you are, expect to be violated. Parents... Don't subject your kids to this shithole of a school. Well...unless you hate them and want to see a 300lb cop sitting on their back because they missed a trash can when trying to shoot a basketball-style shot with their crumpled McDonald's bag and he said they were littering.

Maquelle Goettman

The school itself is fine but parking/traffic is an ABSOLUTE JOKE! Something needs to be done...

Joseph Dewey

This is an awesome university. It's pretty gigantic, with buildings all over the campus area, and they even have some classes across the freeway, too. The buildings have a lot of different styles. I have a lot of friends who go here, and they say that the education is an awesome value, and the teachers really care. The campus is an awesome campus, with a really good feeling.

Rocannon S

UVU only has a good image, but nothing else.

Kelsie Lawrence

I just graduated from UVU and I'm so glad I chose to go there! There are so many opportunities to get involved and gain valuable experience. Class sizes were small and professors work hard to create learning experiences that go far above the norm. The student body is awesome because it is composed of people from every walk of life - it definitely provides a rich perspective. With any university, you get out what you put in. If you are willing to work hard and seek out positive experiences, that is what you will find.

Spencer Burgess

Overcrowded and understaffed. There are quite a few professors here that are very unprofessional and outright don't care about their job aside from a paycheck. The majority of any customer support lines (Financial aid, scholarship departments, etc) have phone lines that are rarely accessible. The website is bloated with outdated links and phone lines. Overall my experience at UVU was quite sour! If you have the ability to go elsewhere, you should!

Ben V

Definitely a better fit if you’re more left leaning and I’ve been impressed with lots of things, I highly recommend it.

Bryan Farnworth

If you are looking for a major in computer science, this is the school for you. They also have an awesome food court!

Del Norte Chiropractic

I really like this campus and what they are constantly trying to accomplish. My son and I walked this wonderful and beautiful campus in awe. There are so many things to do. I also took my young kids to some of the many activities. They have bowling, ping pong, pool, video games, a very nice and tall rock wall, s start of the art work out facility, indoor track, section for high adventure activities, many basket ball courts, indoor soccer court, etc. The list goes on. Any food you want is available. The customer service is great. Everyone is very helpful and friendly with open advice. The bookstore is very nice. The possibilities in academics are numerous. I am totally impressed with this University. I can't wait till my son starts his premed classes at this University.

Koralee Walker

The school is good and teachers are great, but the financial aid department really needs more training or something. I’ve been told something different every time I call in, it shouldn’t be as hard as they make it to finish setting up financial aid, especially when you’ve already had financial aid for two semesters before hand through them. It’s a lot easier to talk to them in person but even then, you have to wait in line for an hour to get to speak to them and depending on who you talk to, some just see you as another number needing financial aid money, they don’t truly care about getting you taken care of and ready for your schooling financial situation. My husband had an easier time setting it up at SLCC and Snow, he has attended these as well as uvu and only had a hard time with uvu. Other than the crappy financial aid department, the rest of it is good and classes aren’t too hard.

Rebecca Workman

Class and campus wise, the school is fine. Heaven forbid you ever need help with anything because you'll sit on the phone for a minimum of 20 minutes. I hate trying to register or get assistance with anything at this school. They are no help at all. They are the worst!

Taylor Strickler

With the new parking lot near the extended education building, it easier to find parking. Great school! Especially the WB business building.

Justina Williams

Great school, I wish they had a school much closer to salt lake.

James Delli Gatti

This is an outstanding university! With faculty, staff, and administration that really do put your future first!!

Matt Williams

Business program is great. The Chinese program is a must! The parking could use some work. Students should have more pride for the school. #UVU #wolverineway

Jacob Simpson

I love this school, I'm love gettin me some edumacation!

Mike Smith

I've enjoyed my time here.

Liz J

Dr Poulson is an ER doctor that will not control pain and doesn't care about patients rights or level of comfort.

Michael Thurman

Great school that is constantly growing. I’ve been going here and working here for several years now and have loved every minute of it.

Jenna Saville

I love going here! It has a great atmosphere! I love the Disney internships there!!!

Andrew Keeley

Got an associates degree here. Great campus. You can walk everywhere indoors. New building all the time. Lots of activities

Erich Gubler

Got my degree in CS here, and I would do it all over again if I had to. The CS program is excellent, and I definitely feel ready for the field.

Alex Johnson

I spent 3 years at this school. I dealt with more incompetency and bureaucracy at UVU than any other school or government entity. The departments do not communicate well and do not know policy. I would never recommend this school. This institution is set up for federal fin. aid. they cater to current government beliefs and philosophies. This is a school for reeducation, not real academics. I am glad to be gone.

Wyatt Jensen

Nice university. I have only been there for concerts or plays/musicals. But they are always entertaining.

Katie Health

DO NOT MAJOR IN SPEECH COMMUNICATIONS!!!! I absolutely loved UVU- my time there was amazing. However, I got my B.S. in speech communications and I just hope I can help save someone from my mistake. I don’t regret getting a degree for self enrichment. However- this degree has led me to absolutely no career whatsoever. No one knows what this degree means! It really is hard because now I am 30, and finally going back to school because I need a more specialized degree. Speech Communications never led me to a job or a career. If I could go back I wish someone would have told me this and to specialize in something more specific that would lead to a vocational goal/career. The more specific your major is- the better off you will be long term in a career path. I hope this helps someone from the mistake i made so you don’t have to flap under for years after college until you finally decide to go back because you need a real job.

Claudia Reyes

I've been attending UVU since high school, because i went to UCAS ( Utah county academy of science) i loved having the experience throughout the years i have been a student. I love UVU! great environment! #1 Diversity! I don't know why people think this is not a good school to have a social life? well maybe you didn't get off your chair and preferred to be a close minded person. This University is growing each year and i have seen the changes that has been applied, because i have been involved in several committees. Getting to know people and the different cultures. Get involved! Be engaged! Get off your chair and start getting connections. However, we need more parking! But is still a great University.

Christine Behle

I have loved my experience here. The only thing that I haven't liked about the university is Jim Fisher. Worst professor ever. Incredibly unprofessional. He threatened to lower my grade to a "D" if I tried to petition my grade through other authorities. Aside from him, there are a lot of other amazing professors. The have done so much with the university and do hire exceptionally qualified professors (especially in the political science department). The Center for Constitutional Studies is amazing. They do need to have a better system for grade petition though. They're more likely to believe a professor's word over a students and not all professors are ethical since they are flawed humans as well.

Gregory Fugal

I'm excited to be a part of the groth and expansion of this school. In the future I see it being one of the best schools in utah right up there with BYU and U of U

Jared Foley

Attended a basketball game there. Had no issues with getting to the venue. Had trouble obtaining tickets left at will call. Will call line also extremely long. Would recommend a better system to the folks who work that line.

Jocelyn Lujan

I love it. Wasatch campus is always helpfull too!

Kelsey Troncale

i love this school, love the campus, loved my experience here, and i love the department i was working with. If you're thinking about attending, go for it; it will be a great experience

Jared Martin

I'm about to start my final semester at UVU. In my time at this university I have heard everything from, "is that in Utah?" to "that school has one of the best __ programs." People have varying opinions and most come from how blue or red (BYU or Utah) somebody is. What I have found, as I'm sure is true for any university, is that it is all about what you put into it. I went about my business, attended classes, did homework and got good grades all up until about a year ago. Then, I decided to look around and see what I could be involved in. I not only had/have the opportunity to work closely with faculty and staff as president of a couple clubs, but I also had the opportunity to organize an international conference that took place in Peru. I've had over 300 hours of community service in the last 6 months doing things with the school. If you want a good school that allows you to create a customized institution of learning, UVU is what you're looking for. (BTW I'm not being paid to write this.. haha)

Jessica Iweriebor

I am a student of UVU and I love it so much. The teachers are great and understanding. The classrooms are comfortable and the school provides everything a student wants, from Library to Gym to Sport centers and so on. And also, UVU has the best environment for Pictures.

Samuel Middlestead

Tried to make payments but they're system wouldn't work so I tried email I tried calling but they wouldn't contact me back a month after first notice I was turned into a collection agency for lack of payment and had to pay an extra 800 dollars because you wouldn't talk to me stay away from this place. Update: tried to pay it all in one go but they decided that I had to pay more than the loan is worth by 600. They are charging interest daily I found out. Just stay away it's not worth it.

Nathan Staron

STRAIGHT UP MAFIA. This college is the worst "university" I have ever attended. I was involved with the aviation program. The university was quick to take your money for programs but the lack of experience from the professors was short-lived. I have since transferred universities with a large bill that remains from attending this school. During a break I took for personal reasons, my account was not put on deferment because the students that run the financial aid had no idea what was going on. The school could be described as the mafia. During my deferment they had no problem contacting my grandmother every few hours while she was on her deathbed. Even with my family's response and information given they still would call back and asked the same questions leaving the phone ringing all day. If anyone is looking at getting in the aviation industry stay away from this school. They will take your money and not give you a proper education.

Nick Fenstermaker

It’s a great school to attend, I have enjoyed my academic experience through UVU

Philip Ellis

Aviation Science with emphasis in aviation admin grad: great location, huge student population but it doesn’t feel that huge except if you’re a parking student on weekdays. Very reasonable prices for in state tuition. Call me biased but the school doesn’t have a ton of spirit without a football team: hopefully one day!

Paul Hazelbarth

4 stars because I graduated here. If I could do it all over again I wouldn’t have gone here for my degree. I would’ve gone to a university that specializes in my field. It’s not a bad school and the fees aren’t bad. Like many others out there really wish they had a football team. Anyways, go here for cheapness and make sure they offer what you want to study.

Taylor Blake

Great school but it doesn't have the traditional college feel. There is a lack of community spirit on campus. The sports are always great to watch and most of the professors on campus are fantastic! Tuition prices are very reasonable.

Courtney Evans

Honestly, their math counselors and their math system is the worst. Either take your math classes immediately upon arrival or score high enough on your ACT so you don’t have to deal with them. Their math counselors are less than helpful when it comes to extenuating circumstances and are not kind or sympathetic. Besides that, love the school! Just wish they had more parking.

Garrick Gaffney

Great school, open to everyone but its tough to graduate. Yeah there's no football... get over it. The programs are tough but available to everyone and that's what is so beautiful about it.

Doug Berrett

This institution has grown by leaps and bounds since I first went here in 1987. It just keeps on getting better and better. Although I don't agree with some of the ways some of the teachers have tried to effect me philosophically or politically, most teachers have kept their own biases to themselves and have just focused on teaching. It remains a great institution.

Philip Ellis

Aviation Science with emphasis in aviation admin grad: great location, huge student population but it doesn’t feel that huge except if you’re a parking student on weekdays. Very reasonable prices for in state tuition. Call me biased but the school doesn’t have a ton of spirit without a football team: hopefully one day!

Melissa Austin

My english professor would sit in the front of the room in silence, and the class wasn't even talking, and he said for every minute he was wasting money. HORRIBLE QUALITY EDUCATION. I had to go report things, and no one would listen, they kept sending me to other places. American Heritage professor never gave me a grade on a 200 point assignment, so I did not get the GPA I had hoped for. Incredibly rude students. Waste of my first college semester experience, and money. NEVER COMING BACK.

Kailey Baez

I work at UVU as an adjunct instructor. It is a seriously top-notch university for its price and convenience. They are implementing a lot of progressive curriculum and expanding their departments by the minute. They are truly capturing their vision of "Engaged Learning."

Nick Bryner

Amazing faculty, great student body, tons of stuff to do with clubs and organizations, great campus, inexpensive tuition. What more could you want? Contrary to popular belief this school isn't living in BYU's shadow. It's a great school in its own right.

Michael Slade

UVU is an interesting animal. It is a great school for students who want to get a degree and not put in effort and it is also great for students who want to be challenged. I am the latter. I will graduate UVU with three national conference presentations, one regional conference presentation, and at least three peer reviewed publications. I have been a paid research assistant and teacher's assistant. There are quite a few opportunities for students who want a solid education, but these opportunities need to be sought out. You need to get to know full time professors and not adjuncts. You need to research professors and see which ones have classes that are actually good. You can go to UVU and get a terrible education or a great education. To get a great education does require you to put in effort.

Javier Perez

Similar to what others have stated, they love to pry their hands into your pocketbook and it's difficult to get them out. It's true, each department is ran by students who don't have enough information to help. Any sort of question and you'll be transferred through every possible department until you finally give up and succumb to the wicked ways of UVU. The saying is true, you get what you pay for.

Selena Perez

Honestly I came in to get efficient service and I could t even get that. There was about 3 people there in the whole store and I waited in line for almost 20 minutes before I was helped. Step up your game Uvu you guys suck.

Tyler McCulloch

Anyone who had a less than exceptional experience at UVU has only themselves to blame. Utah Valley University has become a fantastic top-notch university in the state of Utah. They are constantly improving and growing. They have good programs, good teachers, and have great connections. I'm constantly being informed of internships, job opportunities, and local chances to work in the real world while still gaining my education at UVU. Anyone who says "It's just like another 4 years of high school" clearly went to school, and walked through the halls with headphones in. UVU is so much more. It's all up to you. They're not going to assign you a "Y-Group" like our Blue Brother down the street, and they're not going to wow you with NCAA final four appearances (but neither blue or red has done that for quite some time) but we've got Division 1 sports, we've got great faculty, great classes, and knowledge to be obtained. You can learn as much as you want or as little as you want at UVU. Isn't that what attending a university is about? Reap what you sow. High school is over, things aren't going to be handed to you anymore. They understand that, their motto currently is simply "Engage." Engage yourself in your education, and engage your education into real world experience. I'm a proud UVU student, and I'd be delighted to recommend it to any of my friends, or my family.

William Ng

College is what you make it. Don't blame your poor education on a supposed "glorified high school" when it offers all the tools you need to succeed and quality professors. I'm finishing up my senior year here and I've been offered so many opportunities to further my own academic and professional growth that I would need another two years to do all that I want. I've been geared, mentored, and guided along my UVU career and now I am poised for graduate school. Thanks UVU.

Timothy Elliott

Good clean campus! My wife goes here but I'll always be a Cougars fan!

Saul Jonale Felix

This public college is Utah Valley University, I went these for few times as my new home as deaf club for American Sign Language and another deaf student went those for school and graduatoob, they told me as good program for me and good opportunity for my career.

Justin Liu

Awesome campus. I love how it's all indoors.

Joe Smith

I go to school here and I am not at all satisfied. The only reason why I do not leave is because I don't want to pay 4-5 times as much to attend another school because of the out of state tuition. Here are the reasons why you should not go to UVU: 1. The professors here do not know their material very well. 2. The people at the financial office aid are rude. 3. It is almost like attending a religious university, there is so much Mormon influence it interferes with the separation of church and state. They allow religious groups to set up their tables along the major hallways to promote their religion. 4. Classes are rarely available 5. Parking is a nightmare at UVU 6. It feels like the world's biggest high school. 7. There is not much diversity, it is 90% white. 8. It is religiously segregated. If you're not Mormon at UVU they will isolate you. 9. It is 56% male and only 44% female. 10. Very close minded faculty and student body when it comes to Latinos. Some racism.

Ty Carton

Clown town. Waste of time waste of money. If you want to run a business, if you want to harness a skillset, if you ever want to actually make money that works for you then boy you are in the wrong place! Its 2018, learn anything you want online. I regret every penny spent on this scam. You don't need to get a degree to get the job, you need skills and experience. Don't fool yourself, this society has conditioned you to think small, to earn small, to work a dead end job. Take it from someone who spent 6 years of his life at uvu, this is not a fast track to learning or financial success. The internet is the fast track to learning. Time is more precious than money, dont waste either here.

Hazey Fam

4 stars because I graduated here. If I could do it all over again I wouldn’t have gone here for my degree. I would’ve gone to a university that specializes in my field. It’s not a bad school and the fees aren’t bad. Like many others out there really wish they had a football team. Anyways, go here for cheapness and make sure they offer what you want to study.

Elio Vianna

I have a terrible experience financial experience. I enroll for ESOL, one semester and could not attend the classes, never went to one class, never, they send me a bill of $5,000.00, and I email several times and explain everything, but their next step was sending my bill to a collection agency, and the second step was ruin my credit score. On the end I have to do a deal with the collection agency and pay $3,500.00. It is like going to a supermarket , fill your cart, and decide not to buy anymore and the manager of the supermarket mail a bill telling that since you place the products on the cart you are forced to pay, does not matter if you do not take the products home, you are forced to pay. That is a “GREED, GREED, GREED, GREED, GREED” University, and is a shame to pay for a product that you never consume or take home. If UVU changed this policy you could studied there, if not try BUY, UTAH STATE UNIVERSITY, or go to a University out of the State. If tou have the same experience or a friend, post here and ask your friend to post it too. Social media could make this institution remove the greed from their way of doing bussiness.

Dawn Harper

I've read some of the other reviews and I feel like some people will pick out the negative in anything. If you are a pessimist or a negative nellie, maybe you won't like any school. For those of you who are generally positive, here is what I thought of the school: The faculty are very nice and willing to work with you. They have several online options, which I really like. They have "suggestion" boxes lining the halls. They always want feedback. In fact, some of the open windowed architecture was based on student feedback. There are a lot of really nice people. If you are willing to branch out and make friends, you will have plenty of them. Not cliquish.

Mama Llama

The financial aid department is literally the worst. They don't help you and everything takes atleast two weeks for them to do. Have been waiting for financial aid for months. Should have just dropped this dumb school when I could have.

Kalin Wall

UVU is the BEST university in Utah! BYU is nice but has so many needless rules and hoops you have to jump through. U of U is good but so crowded and getting a bit run down. UVU is AWESOME! Amazing teachers everywhere! Great student body that loves to have fun! The school is neat, new, and clean. Plus, there's a program for everybody!

Tyler Prince

UVU is a decent school. I am about to graduate. It has grown a lot in the last few years which has been both good and bad. The school is far more respected but it's still playing catch up as far as resources, infrastructure and facility go. Here are a couple words of advice. Don't take night classes if you want a quality education and realize going in this is an open enrollment school so alot of your education will be what you make of it. There is a huge volume of students here so it's easy to get lost in the shuffle. You have to put forth effort and work with faculty to actually realize your potential at UVU. It's very unlikely anyone will hold your hand or take an interest in you without you taking steps. Good luck.

Emilee Winfield

Their admissions office is terrible. I waited over 40 minutes to talk to someone, just to be transferred back to the same person. Their residency application is hidden on the website and requirements are not made clear...aka they are just trying to make people pay out of state tuition to make more money. This system sucks and they need to fix it ASAP.

McKayla Walker

Most amazing college experience I could have ever had.

Brandon Poulter

Easily the best university in the state considering price, class size, professors, and university vision and policy. Any complains about parking must be from people who haven't visited other universities. UVU's focus and dedication on reaching out to the community and helping students engage in what they're learning makes the learning experience much more real. Also, UVU is an inclusive university that gives everybody who wants an education a fair chance to get one.

J

Transferring out of UVU was the best decision I ever made. They will do whatever they can to take your money and every department is run by students, even the financial department. They do not work with you at all and they have zero sympathy. They all sound like they hate their lives and that it's such an inconvenience when you call them with a question.

Dale Nelson

Ok, so I do work here, but I love the atmosphere of the University. Some professors are bad, but there's always going to be a few at a large university. I have never felt like I was above anyone or that anyone felt above or better than me. It's a great school and you don't feel like everything is a competition. And, they have a Taco Bell next to the gyms and workout places. I'd recommend UVU.

K M

I love going to school here. They offer so many options to fit their diverse student population. I appreciate the varying class types and flexible scheduling. They are constantly growing and adding new courses. I'd recommend school to anyone.

Breanna Minzghor

Such a joke of a school. The school cares more about the events hosted at the school then the students paying to go to school. So many resources and parking lots are shut down for events and leave you nowhere to park for miles. The elevators are constantly being serviced throughout the week in the LA building which leaves wheelchair bound students to have to turn around and go back home because there’s only one elevator in the building. The professors are a joke and do not value education. I’ve has such a poor experience at this school and so many others have as well.

Kyra McMillan

In all honesty do NOT go here, if you have a better option do not come to this college, it is a over glorified high school. They aren't too expensive which is nice, but they charge many other ways, you must pay to take tests if you are not there the first day, they offer no flexibility when taking classes especially if you are working full time. The professors are 50/50 you either get great ones that work with you, answer quickly to your emails, and are awesome. Or you get awful ones that only two kids pass their class, they will put you on academic probation which I don't get because I am paying to go to school here, so why does it bother them if I failed one class because the professor was awful. In all honesty if you have a better option DO NOT GO HERE! I have never been so frustrated with a school before in my life.

Bobby Rudd

I graduated in Behavior Science from UVU. I got what I needed out of my education here. Few of my classes were as challenging as the classes I took at BYU previously, but a major reason I attended here was so that I could continue advancing my full time career while simultaneously being enrolled in classes. The times were flexible and workloads were mostly easy. If you are looking for a rigorous education and want to be prepared for grad school, I would recommend looking elsewhere. If you mostly needed a degree for your career, this is a great option. Despite not being challenged as much as I could have been had I attended another university, I learned to love learning at UVU. Many of my psychology classes opened my mind to new principles and ideas and genuinely contributed to a better outlook on life.

Jason Terry

I have loved my experience at UVU. I always knew everyone in my class by their first name, my teachers knew me by name, and there were plenty of resources to help me in difficult areas. You can tell that the teachers are passionate and knowledgeable about the things they are teaching.The faculty are considerate and genuinely willing to help. The students life is great and it is easy to make friends. Awesome school

Marshay Norton

Great school. I love that every building is connected. I never have to go out in the cold.

Maddie Dewnsup

There isn't much of a social life, I wouldn't recommend this college to any freshmen looking to get the college experience, It has a nice gym, the layout of campus isn't bad, but just keep in mind you'll be doing most of that by yourself because there aren't many opportunities to meet people.

Hunter Johnson

Tried to schedule an appointment w/ the councilors there, was met time and time again with a voicemail message. When I finally reached the office, I got the voicemail of the person 3 different times that I was trying to speak to. Why in the world does this school refuse to hire more councilors? Do I need to grovel at the feet of the dean of admissions to be graced with the presence of one? Is the exorbitant tuition amounts that I pay for tuition and parking not good enough?

Keven Williams

They literally only care about how much money they can get out of you, if you ask for help, and are not a teacher or programs favored pet, they will just burn you, get as much out money out of you one final time, and then dump you and kick you out as fast as they can, if your not from a rich family, forign country, speak some obscure language, or other wise in some way going ot make them look good for helping you, they will quite literally distory you for even asking for help, get less than 4 hours sleep at night becuase your trying to keep up in class, they don’t care, get sexually harrassed and mocked by a teacher, they don’t care, get made fun of for being a poor test taker, they don’t care, starving and loosing 20 plus pounds a semester from poor nutrition, they don’t care, ask for help that might go to a shining star rich kid< they will make you suffer, ask for help trying to make sense of the constant sunning and blowing off, they will threaten to kick you our, and call all your student loans due at once, and then blow you off for the share principle of asking for just a little help, what to die to escape the hell school live, they don’t care, except if you make a mess on the carpet, then they’ll send you the bill in hell, for being in the way of there image and paycheck

McKenna Robertson

UVU is such an amazing school. I felt so at home when I first started school here. Everyone is so friendly and I love how the whole campus is connected and at walking distance. Every teacher I had was so sweet and wanted to help me succeed. Thank you UVU!

Christian Dalton

I went to BYU for a year and ended up disliking the experience. The classes were to big and most of my professors didn't care to know/remember me, even though I frequently spent time after class trying to get help. My wife was going to UVU while I was experiencing these frustrations at BYU, so I decided to transfer and give UVU a shot. This school has been everything I could have hoped for in a college education and more. My professors were invested in my success, class sizes were smaller, on-campus activities were more engaging, and the school workload is aimed at helping you learn the material (rather than a bunch of busy work). I recommend UVU to everyone.

Alexander Day

Loved the pool! And the sports teams are #1, such as football and men's croquet.

LeeAnn Larsen

Terrible when trying to get everything initially set up with them. They throw you on a rollercoaster ride. When you drop classes, their website goes slow and prevents you from dropping classes multiple times. It happens to work just fine after it's past the 100% refund phase. I would NOT recommend anyone go to UVU

Harriet Salvador-Smith

Not the college for you if you are out of state. No social life. It's a commuter school. If you want a full refund I had to call them up after a month of waiting to remind them that they still didn't pay back my money. Lets just say it's a University still trying to figure out how to be a proper university still.

Taylor Hart

Their website is one of the worst and hardest to navigate and is in no way user friendly. It’s nearly impossible to fill out any required forms. It needs to be simplified.

Sean Wilkinson

I've had a great time at UVU, I'm about to graduate next semester. I have been to a few universities in Utah, Westminster, U of U, SLCC, and now UVU. While some newer teachers may not have their teaching styles set in stone, I have had some of the best professors out there at UVU.

Lauren Richey

Beware that if you attend this University, your transcripts will be a mess and a nightmare... My husband did high school credit here and is currently applying to medical school. He sent a request for transcripts. They sent him a letter saying that his TRANSCRIPTS WERE SENT and asked for the fee. My husband paid the fee. One month later, we are still waiting for his transcripts to arrive to the medical school. He finally decided to call UVU. Well, according to their records, his request for transcripts was LOST, but they had received the payment, and never sent the transcripts... So, instead of calling him and asking why he sent them money, they just took the money and ran! Oh, and did I mention that the letter said that they had ALREADY SENT THE TRANSCRIPTS? Just a plain lie. If any of you have applied to medical school, you know that a month delay in your application is fatal, especially for a white male. Thank you UVU for lying to us and potentially ruining this medical school application cycle... BTW, my friends have attended UVU. They claim it is glorified high school, so all of these comments on here are actually true, from actual students. It will take another generation for this school to reach the title of "university".

Jon Sheppard

i really like the campus. check out the new library.

Scot Carrington

The part that irks me the most about this school is if you need to get a hold of them you better be planning on walking in to school because you will be stuck on hold for at least twenty minutes before someone picks up, and that is why time of the year I found out not just the busy beginning of the semester. Not to mention they make everything such a long and overly detailed process is not even funny.

hp powell

Utah Valley University is the place to go for a second class education at the price of a first class one.

Blake VandeMerwe

Spent 4 years here..it's come a long way. I spent most of my time in the Computer Science building where the staff was friendly and available for helping students succeed. The facilities were nice and are only getting better each year I go back. Couldn't recommend this university fast enough; and I was admitted many places.

Creed Haymond

I'm having a pretty great education experience here in the CS program so far. I think for the tuition cost you pay, it is definitely a good school. I like my program quite a bit.

K M

I love going to school here. They offer so many options to fit their diverse student population. I appreciate the varying class types and flexible scheduling. They are constantly growing and adding new courses. I'd recommend school to anyone.

Aaron Wixom

Toured the school and had a great time, the guide was super informative and they were full of information.

Bryce Berrett

Great university that is growing very fast. Great layout and programs. Check their website for more details.

Bill Alsobrook

DO NOT ATTEND THIS SCHOOL!!!! Love the school(Teams!) ....HATE the Administration and MOST of the Instructors! Every OTHER accredited University in the COUNTRY prior BA=General Education Requirements DONE. Here not so much, if a class didn't teach EXACTLY what is taught in their class---NO CREDIT! and this is JUST FOR an AS degree! ADDITIONALLY the Art History professor REFUSES to engage her students as if they are somehow beneath her and refers all questions to her TA! The online Computer Graphing Applications Instructor is exceedingly worthless, the video classes are delivered via YouTube it takes over ALMOST the ENTIRE semester to receive any grades back and then ZERO feedback to improve!

Austin Larsen

I love the IT/IS programs, they are very hands on. The cyber security courses are fantastic, highly recommend the cyber security club on campus.

Ben Mallett

I am always impressed with this university and what they are working to accomplish. They contribute so much to the community and provide such a quality education. I did graduate from here so this review is slightly biased.

David Mulder

Awesome school. As always, it depends on your major, but I was interning in my field during my Sophomore year, and working full time at the start of my Senior year. The instructors really care and help you succeed. I've had instructors go out of their way to get me job interviews. They also help you apply for grad school. The building is mostly new, and parking is ok (with more on the way). Overall a great experience. A lot of employers are showing preference for UVU CS grads. The Computer Science department is awesome. They require a lot from the students, and you walk away with a really high quality education.

Todd Lucas

First semester as a transfer student from AZ, so far all my professors have been really open minded and really know what they are talking about. Financial aid and registration could have gone a little smoother but now that I am enrolled, I'm loving it.

Ashton Hironaka

UVU is a university where you are accepted for you, and you can be who you want to be. This is a place where you can not only expand your mind, but you can make new friends. Like they always say it's engaged learning! Walk on campus and take a tour, you will feel that feeling of acceptance and you will know that you belong there, bleed green and become a wolverine!!

Joshua Bayless

You might be able to get a decent education here if you could actually get to class. The campus is cramped and overpopulated (oversold). I feel like the main drive for this school is to take your money. You pay for your classes, hundreds more for books that should be included in tuition, then after all that money you've given them you pay for parking. But somehow, even though they have taken money to allow you to park at the school you've already paid to attend, there is nowhere to park. So what do they do to solve the problem of no parking? Build a parking garage that you would have to pay $700 a year to use. $700 to park in a garage at the school that you already paid thousands to attend, or pay $80 to maybe or maybe not, be able to park in the normal parking lot 3 miles from your classes.

Nikki Shirley

My niece says this place is great and I should rate them too..... so

Breanna Minzghor

Such a joke of a school. The school cares more about the events hosted at the school then the students paying to go to school. So many resources and parking lots are shut down for events and leave you nowhere to park for miles. The elevators are constantly being serviced throughout the week in the LA building which leaves wheelchair bound students to have to turn around and go back home because there’s only one elevator in the building. The professors are a joke and do not value education. I’ve has such a poor experience at this school and so many others have as well.

Jay Bulworth

I went here many years ago through an online program for aviation. The local flight school they set me up with disappeared in the middle of the night with planes, grades, and any money people left on their accounts. Turns out the flight school had been over charging people for hours never flown (no wonder my loans dried up so fast). I can't blame UVU for that school necessarily BUT, when I tried to go back to them with a flight school I found they refused to inroll me because of my previous GPA (failed classes because the local flight school was not there to go to). They refused to make an exception dispite being the ones who sent me to the local flight school. I have not called them for a while as I gave up on UVU but they came up talking to a pilot and I though I should warn others to go to school like this at your own risk. I was out over $12,000 because of dealing with UVU and Verde Aviation. BE CAREFUL

Tony Reed

Great school that puts the needs of the students first. The professors really care about the advancement of the students.

Alyssa Anne

Best university in Utah! One of the best decisions of my life to come here! The faulty is nice and great! I am a senior and the food court food has been improving. They have food trucks everyday on campus now. The basketball team is getting good. The gym at the University is high tech. Tuition is cheap and you get the same jobs after college, as other universities that are more expansive. I have had job recruiters who want to recruit me for when I graduate, and they have been to BYU and U of U too. I have gotten internships where I run a company, because I am studying at the UVU Business School. The Business school has high expectations and requirements. I am going to miss this place when I graduate. I might even have to visit Stanford University in California for Business. There is tons of clubs and social things at the university. I would defiantly recommend this school to everyone.

Zach Durtschi

The campus is great, the administrative policies and decisions not so much.

Luke Atticus Kennard

I love UVU! This place is home to me. They have an amazing faculty and price of school is not bad. If you work hard you can get scholarships all over the place.

Kendra Molen

Many of the faculty (specifically the ethics and history professors) were so openly liberal and out to "prove" to the students how wrong their conservative views and opinions are that it made many of my classes uncomfortable to attend. It was as if the university is taking the position of how not to be thought of as BYU Light. We (the students) know that UVU is not BYU. We are not making it an issue so try to lighten up a little. However, the campus life was good.

Vikram Iyengar

I LOVE this university. I will really miss it when I move to California. The professors are all nice and the campus is beautiful. I love that you have glassed in, long corridors to walk to most of the classes in. This helps in the snow and as well in the sweltering heat. The majority of the campus is green with very artistic designs. Sometimes I feel I am at Universal Studios. There are tons of healthy snacks and coffee on campus. People are always doing cool things like playing ping pong or having parties on the lawn by the waterfalls. You will not get bored between class. The art classes are the most interesting and they have a great environment for them. I paid out of state tuition for the first year, and it was still less than the regular tuition of most schools in California and even Virgina!

MD C

Great place. This school is so up-to-date and has such a great atmosphere. Parking is terrible

Bethany Crowther

I underestimated this school before I came here. I came as a transfer student and only had trouble being required to re-take math instead of transferring the credits, however that seems to be the status quo. My classes (in upper division) have been small and that allowed my teachers care about me as an individual. Their focus is my learning and academic success. Only since being here have I seen the positive impact UVU has on the community. I've also worked on campus and that has tipped my appreciation for UVU from a "like" to a "Love!"

Kasey Schuster

Biotechnology and Regulatory Affairs are both great programs

Cody Simonsen

Great school. Inconsistent vision though. Loved my education! Some of the teachers are inept.

A. S.

There is no other school out there that you will be able to get so close to your professors. You only have to reach out and grab what others fight for here. The opportunities are literally endless compared to other schools where competition is so vicious. If you are thinking about going here, you need to do yourself a favor and just do it. Just remember to get to know your professors!

Melanie Ogden

I have genuinely enjoyed my time spent at UVU. I have devoted the majority of my time in the Biology and Education departments. Both of these departments have excellent teachers that care very much about the success of students. My upper division classes were ALL small and personal, which I loved. I highly recommend UVU!

Riley Hansen

Solid school. Better atmosphere than BYU with similar pros.

Ross Waters

Nice campus

Jake Merrell

UVU is a great school with an awesome atmosphere. The classes aren't too big so you still get the good interaction with the professors. A+

Nick Street

Couldn't have asked for a better experience! I was 28 years old when I began attending UVU, and finally ready to take college seriously. Three years later I was graduating. I loved the journey! My heart felt thanks go out to the faculty and administration. I couldn't have done it without you.

Isaiah Thurman

Great Atmosphere Good School

Adam Gillrie

Favorite of many schools I attended. I worked on my business degree and found the teachers in the business program to be veteran retired CEOs who shaped my professional career.

Kyra McMillan

In all honesty do NOT go here, if you have a better option do not come to this college, it is a over glorified high school. They aren't too expensive which is nice, but they charge many other ways, you must pay to take tests if you are not there the first day, they offer no flexibility when taking classes especially if you are working full time. The professors are 50/50 you either get great ones that work with you, answer quickly to your emails, and are awesome. Or you get awful ones that only two kids pass their class, they will put you on academic probation which I don't get because I am paying to go to school here, so why does it bother them if I failed one class because the professor was awful. In all honesty if you have a better option DO NOT GO HERE! I have never been so frustrated with a school before in my life.

Graciela Weaver

I love UVU. It is a great University with great teachers!