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Utah Valley University
Orem, Utah · Public university · Training programs available:
Address: 800 W University Parkway, Orem, UT 84058 · Phone: (801) 863-8000 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Utah Valley University is a public trade and career school in Orem, Utah, offering culinary, EMT, and auto mechanic programs, accredited by the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities.
Utah Valley University graduates carry a median debt of $14,750 and earn a median of $55,486 ten years after entry, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard; the campus completion rate versus the state average of 77.4% is not reported.
Cost of attendance is not reported in federal data for Utah Valley University; contact the school for current tuition. Federal financial aid, including FAFSA and Pell Grants, can be used here, and about 22.9% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chefs and head cooks | $27,940 | $59,060 | $75,830 |
| Emergency medical technicians | $31,410 | $38,930 | $44,000 |
| Automotive service technicians and mechanics | $30,460 | $46,570 | $62,400 |
| Bus and truck mechanics and diesel engine specialists | $46,970 | $64,350 | $74,930 |
| Construction laborers | $34,890 | $46,550 | $55,250 |
| Dental hygienists | $78,830 | $91,120 | $95,490 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Utah (May 2025; national where the state figure is not published). The program table below shows what this campus's own graduates earned in their first year, whatever job they took.
Trade programs at this campus
| Program | Credential | Grads / yr | Earnings, yr 1 | Earnings, yr 2 | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Culinary Arts and Related Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 53 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Certificate, 1–2 years | 41 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Culinary Arts and Related Services | Associate degree | 29 | $20,828 | $25,194 | not reported |
| Culinary Arts and Related Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 23 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Associate degree | 17 | not reported | $35,701 | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 1–2 years | 13 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 1–2 years | 11 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Associate degree | 8 | not reported | $35,701 | not reported |
| Building/Construction Finishing, Management, and Inspection | Associate degree | 7 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Dental Support Services and Allied Professions | Associate degree | 6 | not reported | $34,711 | not reported |
| Building/Construction Finishing, Management, and Inspection | Certificate, 1–2 years | 5 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 1–2 years | 4 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Associate degree | 2 | not reported | $35,701 | not reported |
| Building/Construction Finishing, Management, and Inspection | Associate degree | 1 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Associate degree | 1 | not reported | $35,701 | not reported |
Earnings are median wages and self-employment income reported to the IRS (W-2 and Schedule SE) for graduates who received federal aid and were working and not enrolled, measured in the calendar year after finishing. They are pay only: health insurance, retirement contributions and other benefits are not included.
Graduates per year from the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) 2022-23 Completions survey. Earnings and debt are College Scorecard field-of-study medians for graduates of this program at this campus (reported at the 4-digit program level, so closely related programs share a figure); "not reported" means too few graduates were counted to publish a figure.
About this school
Utah Valley University is a public university in Orem, Utah, located in a small city setting. The school is accredited by multiple bodies including the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities, and federal financial aid such as FAFSA and Pell Grants can be used here. Among its 15 program families, the largest trade and career programs by completions are culinary and pastry schools, EMT and paramedic training, and auto mechanic schools.
Federal data shows 221 trade program completers out of an undergraduate enrollment of 28,453. The state average completion rate is 77.4%, though this campus's own completion rate and its comparison to the state average are not reported for this campus in federal data. Graduates carry a median debt of $14,750, and median earnings ten years after entry are $55,486. About 22.9% of students receive Pell Grants. Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data.
This mix of short career-training programs (culinary, EMT, auto mechanic) alongside a large public university setting may suit both traditional students and adult career-changers looking for shorter, skills-focused tracks, though specific program lengths are not stated here. Prospective students should verify current accreditation status through the listed accreditors and review official outcome data on the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard before enrolling, since some figures for this campus are not reported.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Utah Valley University offers 15 program families, with the largest being culinary and pastry schools, EMT and paramedic training, and auto mechanic schools.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, the school is accredited, including by the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities among several other specialized accreditors.
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
Yes, federal financial aid including FAFSA and Pell Grants can be used at Utah Valley University.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The campus completion rate and its comparison to the state average of 77.4% are not reported for this campus in federal data. Contact the school or check the College Scorecard for more detail.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Graduates carry a median debt of $14,750, per federal data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings ten years after entry are $55,486, per federal data.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school for current tuition figures.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
Utah Valley University is a public school, which often means lower tuition costs and eligibility for state funding compared to private institutions.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program lengths are not reported in the data provided; contact the school directly for program duration details.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can verify accreditation through the listed accreditors and review official outcome data at the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?230737.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The presence of shorter career-focused programs like culinary, EMT, and auto mechanic training may appeal to career-changers, but specific program lengths and adult-learner support are not detailed in this data.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can contact Utah Valley University at (801) 863-8000 or visit https://www.uvu.edu/ for application information.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data with nearby schools is not reported in this data; check the College Scorecard for nearby school comparisons.
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- Tooele Technical CollegeTooele, UT · 81% completion
- Medspa AcademiesSouth Jordan, UT · 92% completion
- Skin Science InstituteSandy, UT · 70% completion
- Taylor Andrews Academy of Hair Design-West JordanWest Jordan, UT · 72% completion
- Mandalyn AcademyAmerican Fork, UT · 90% completion
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Data: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) 2022-23 Completions survey; College Scorecard June 2026; Database of Accredited Postsecondary Institutions and Programs (DAPIP), September 2026. Figures are the U.S. Department of Education's official measures, not Career Training Path's opinion. Tuition, schedules and program availability change — confirm with the school before enrolling.