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University of Advancing Technology (UAT) campus
University of Advancing Technology (UAT) campus
University of Advancing Technology (UAT) campus
University of Advancing Technology (UAT) campus
University of Advancing Technology (UAT) campus
University of Advancing Technology (UAT) campus
University of Advancing Technology (UAT) campus
University of Advancing Technology (UAT) campus
University of Advancing Technology (UAT) campus
University of Advancing Technology (UAT) campus
University of Advancing Technology (UAT) campus
University of Advancing Technology (UAT) campus
University of Advancing Technology (UAT) campus
University of Advancing Technology (UAT) campus
University of Advancing Technology (UAT) campus

University of Advancing Technology (UAT) (UAT)

Black Pinpoint 2625 W. Baseline Rd. | Tempe, AZ | 85283-1056

01. Overview

From the School

University of Advancing Technology (UAT) located in Tempe, Arizona, is an intimate college uniquely suited to provide students passionate about technology an ideal place to live and grow. UAT is an elite, private University that merges the values of the traditional academy with the modern technology campus, a fusion that enhances our ability to fulfill the mission of educating students in the fields of advancing technology who innovate for our future.

Our University has a rich history founded from humble beginnings to being one of the nation's rising technology universities. UAT was founded in 1983 as the CAD Institute, where students were trained in computer-aided design and engineering. The Institute grew rapidly and educating students in emerging technologies became in high demand, so UAT quickly became an established and accredited University.

Today, our University continues to evolve at the forefront of developing academic programs that focus on expanding new and rising technology, and tend to be unique among academia or emerge years ahead of other schools, such as Creation & Simulation, Software Engineering, Cyber Security, Digital Arts, and Business & Innovation majors, as well as our established Game Studies majors that merged artistic and programming aspects long before other colleges chose that focus for themselves.

UAT has the status of being among a select few 100 percent STEM-based universities in the nation. Our advancing technology degree programs are a benchmark of success within academia. UAT leads higher education by re-imagining the future of learning, intellectual property, and talent cultivation to accelerate Arizona and national tech-entrepreneurship. Additionally, UAT's year-round curriculum allows full-time students to graduate in less than three years, allowing students to enter the workforce sooner.

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02. Rankings

Rankings and Lists

03. Admissions & Acceptance Rate

Admissions

From the School:


UNDERGRADUATE STUDENT ADMISSIONS REQUIREMENTS
To be considered for admission, applicants must meet certain requirements, including:
  • Have completed at least four (4) semesters at an accredited high school
  • One or more forms of academic history (cumulative high school GPA, SAT/ACT score, GED/military equivalent score or college transcripts with at least 12 credit hours earned)
  • Completed thorough answers to essay questions addressing the essay topic (at least one paragraph).
  • High school graduate date/GED testing date
  • Major of interest
Applicants are also evaluated for aptitude, passion for technology, the desire to lead, self-expression, support of family/peers, and tech savviness. If you meet these requirements and are excited to explore your passion for technology, UAT is the perfect place for you to pursue your degree.

UAT utilizes a rolling acceptance process that determines eligibility and accepts students year-round. This means you will receive a decision within a few weeks of submitting your application to our Office of Admissions.

Apply to University of Advancing Technology today! There is no application fee.

It's easy to schedule a private consultation with our friendly Admissions Advisors over the phone or in person. Schedule your appointment below, email us at admissions@uat.edu or call (602) 383-8228.

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Testing Policies

Standardized testing policy for
use in admission:
Test Optional

Non-Academic

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Interview
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Talent / Ability
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Character / Personal Qualities
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Level of applicant's interest

Selectivity

Admissions selectivity rating
60/99

4. Cost, Tuition, Expenses

05. Academics

From the School


University of Advancing Technology (UAT) delivers collegiate education and real-world training in a variety of technology areas. UAT has developed a vibrant, multifaceted academic environment flexible learning model where students are challenged to explore new and traditional concepts, and to independently and collaboratively practice what they learn in real-world situations to achieve their full potential.

Our private University offers a range of innovative academic and honors programs in advancing technology fields of Software Engineering, Business and Innovation, Creation and Simulation, Digital Arts, and complete continuum suites of our highly sought after Game Studies and Cyber Security majors, among others.

With a student-to-faculty ratio of 14:1, UAT provides a personalized and immersive learning experience. UAT's Synchronic Learning model combines the benefits of online and on-campus education, allowing students to attend classes remotely in real-time. This flexible format enables students to manage their schedules effectively while pursuing their academic and career goals.

UAT-Online offers the same rigorous academic content as on-campus programs, with the added convenience of flexibility. With over 20 years of experience in online, asynchronous education, UAT provides students with a mentored education and one-on-one attention from seasoned instructors with real-world experience, eliminating the barriers of time and place.

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Student/Faculty
13 : 1
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Total Faculty
60
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Terminal Degree
6

Gender to Class Inforamtion

Men
43
Women
17
Minority
International

Class/Lab sizes

Most frequent lab/sub section size
10-19

Rating

Graduation Rates

University Degrees

Associate
Bachelor's
Master's
Post-Bachelor's certificate

Majors and Degrees Offered

Empowering innovators and game-changers, University of Advancing Technology (UAT) offers a comprehensive range of 23 undergraduate and graduate technology majors, designed to fuel students' passions and drive innovation. Accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, UAT provides a unique learning environment that fosters creativity, collaboration, and hands-on experience, preparing students to thrive in an ever-evolving tech landscape. UAT academic programs result in associate, bachelor's, or master's degrees. Students can achieve these degrees in the Arts for Advertising Art, Digital Video, Game Art and Animation, and Game Design. Or, in the Sciences for Advancing Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence, Business Technology, Data Science, Digital Maker and Fabrication, Digital Marketing, Game Programming, Human Computer Interaction, Network Engineering, Network Security, Robotics and Embedded Systems, Technology Forensics, Technology Studies, and Virtual Reality. UAT offers a tailored graduate technology education, providing working professionals with advanced knowledge and credentials in fields like Cyber Security, Game Production, Technology Leadership, Technology Innovation, and Software Engineering. With focus on innovation and collaboration, UAT's Master of Science degrees offer an intellectual atmosphere for students to thrive and extend knowledge. Through skills-based learning modules across expansive and emerging technology disciplines, students can leverage their learning daily, combining modules for certificates or customizing their degree with electives.
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Notable Faculty

Paul DeNigris

Instructor, Digital Video

William Maxwell

Professor of Thinking and Learning, General Education

Russ Rogers

Professor of Network Security, Network Security

Natalia Hughson

Professor, Psychology

Jonathan Harbour

Instructor, Game Programming

06. Student Body

Gender

21% female79% male

Out of State

6% are out
of state94% are
in-state

Students

53% are
full time47% are
part time

Student Body Profile

Total Undergraduate Enrollment
855

Student Body Demographics

American Indian or Alaskan Native
Asian
Black
Hispanic
Caucasian
Unknown
International

07. Mental Health

Wellness Program/Clinical Offerings

Institution has a mental health/wellness program that makes counseling, referral, and well-being services available to all students
Not Reported
Mental Health Website
Not Reported

Education & Training

Types of training available for students and faculty/staff
Program
Availability
Not Reported
Not Reported
Not Reported
Not Reported
Not Reported

Engaging the Whole Campus

Institution has a Chief Behavioral Health Officer (and/or Chief Wellness Officer)
Not Reported
Clinicians are trained to provide care to these specific groups:
Undergraduates
Graduate students
Racial/ethnic minority student
Students who are veterans
LGBTQIA+ students
Student-athletes
International students
Students on scholarship or financial aid
First-generation students

Peer-to-Peer

Institution has peer-to-peer offerings relating to mental health
Not Reported

Residential Life

Institution incorporates mental health and wellness into the residential experience
Not Reported

Student Orientation

Students who are provided an opportunity to participate in mental-health-orientation activities
First-year students
Not Reported
Incoming transfer students
else {
Not Reported
}
Returning students
Not Reported
Entering graduate students
Not Reported

Mental Health in the Curriculum

The institution offers for-credit mental health/well-being education for students
Not Reported
The institution offers non-credit mental health/well-being education for students
Not Reported

Off-Campus Offerings

Institution offers referrals to off-campus counseling services
Not Reported

Health and Counseling Center Accreditation

Institution's counseling center is accredited
Not Reported
Accrediting body
Not Reported

Taking and Returning from Medical Leave

Institution has an official support program in place for students returning from mental health leave of absence
Yes

Counseling Demand

Number of months a year counseling center is open and fully staffed
Not Reported

08. Campus Life

Location


At the heart of UAT's curricula is our technology-infused, urban campus, located in Tempe, Arizona. While attending and living on our private campus, students are surrounded in a true living-learning technology environment that incubates their ideas into innovations that students can patent and take to market, with 24/7 access to campus technology labs for all students, no matter their major.

UAT's residence life is also a unique aspect of the collegiate experience that fosters students' emotional, intellectual, and social development. Steps from UAT's main campus building, Founder's Hall is full of innovators, passionate technologists, and future industry leaders who have found their home away from home at UAT.

Campus Facilities & Equipment


Central facilities like the UAT Large Commons are outfitted with an abundance of computer workstations and extensive technology infrastructure. All classrooms are outfitted to be able to stream live, record, and deliver UAT's innovative curriculum and education to students. The Resource and Creation Center, Movement Studio, Podcast Studio, Food Services, Admissions Portal, Bindery store, and Student Social Areas are adjacent and easily accessible to enhance student life, fostering a collaborative living and learning environment.

UAT's private on-campus student housing, Founder's Hall, offers full wireless coverage as well as innovation spaces such as Think Tanks, soundproof rooms equipped with whiteboards, monitors, and workspace to help students collaboratively or individually plan out their next big innovations. UAT's dorm facility also includes its own kitchen, laundry, various lounge and entertainment spaces, and a Video Game lounge to stream and compete with friends.

UAT offers a variety of state-of-the-art technology labs where students can access 24/7, regardless of their major. The Maker Lab is filled with the latest 3D printers, maker bots, CNC cutters, software, and knowledge guidance that students need to bring innovative ideas to life. The Engineering Lab is designed for tinkering with IoT devices and building robotics and embedded systems. The New Technologies (NT) Lab provides an innovation sandbox where students can explore and shape new ideas in Game Development or Virtual Reality and collaborate in a shared learning environment.

University of Advancing Technology (UAT) is designated as a by the National Security Agency (NSA) and has its own onsite Security Operations Center (SOC). Students can work alongside faculty, mentors, and industry groups to learn how to manage SOCs for virtually any organization.

UAT's Motion Capture Studio offers a green screen and compositing features that provide technology degree students the opportunity to capture photo, film, and digital media into other works, predominately animation, games, and digital content production. Perimeter83, UAT's onsite coworking space and UAT's Community Theater were designed to host large meetings and events. These spaces are also where students showcase their Student Innovation Projects (similar to a master's thesis at state schools), demonstrating mastery and earning Tech Respect in front of their community, family, peers, faculty, and industries.

Off-Campus Opportunities


Overall, the University of Advancing Technology's location in Tempe, Arizona, provides students with a wide range of off-campus opportunities for growth, networking, and exploration. From internships and job opportunities to cultural events and professional associations, UAT students can take advantage of the vibrant Phoenix metropolitan area to enhance their educational experience.

Tempe, Arizona, offers a unique blend of urban amenities and outdoor recreation, making it an attractive location for students. The city is surrounded by natural beauty, including South Mountain Park and Tempe Town Lake, providing opportunities for hiking, biking, kayaking, and paddleboarding. With over 300 days of sunshine per year, Tempe's climate is characterized by hot summers and mild winters. Tempe offers a vibrant cultural scene, with shops, restaurants, bars, and entertainment venues.

Fire safety rating
60%
Campus Environment
Large Urban
Help finding off-campus housing
No

Most Popular Places On Campus

The Cafe

Security Operations Center

The Large Commons

Engineering Robotics Lab

The Maker Lab

The Research & Recreation Center, The Bindery, The Portal, UAT Community Theater, the Competition Cave (the arena for Esports, Cyber, and Robotics competitive teams), the Quad, and more.

Most Popular Places Off Campus

Downtown Tempe & Mill Ave

Arizona Mills Mall

South Mountain Park & Preserve

Papago Park

Arizona Science Center

Arizona is a playground for tech-savvy college students looking for adventure, innovation, and inspiration. Just a few hours away, the Grand Canyon isn?t just a scenic wonder?it?s an epic spot for drone photography, hiking with AR trail maps, or capturing the ultimate panoramic shot. Back in the city, tech lovers can explore the Arizona Science Center, packed with hands-on exhibits in AI, robotics, and space science, or dive into cutting-edge sound engineering at the Musical Instrument Museum (MIM). Need a challenge? Test your skills at an escape room in Inferno Escape Room or go full VR at Velocity VR in Scottsdale. If esports, hacking, or robotics are your thing, you can network at Game On Expo or check out innovation labs at HeatSync Labs, a local makerspace with 3D printers, laser cutters, and circuit-building workshops. Whether you're into gaming, coding, or exploring the latest in tech, Phoenix has the perfect mix of adventure and innovation.

9. Campus Visits

Campus Visits Contact

Location Icon
2625 W. Baseline Rd. Tempe, AZ 85283
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admissions@uat.edu
Phone icon
800-658-5744

Campus Tours

Campus Visiting Center

Phone icon
800-658-5744

Campus Tours

Appointment Required:
No
Dates:
Year-round
Times:
Varies
Average Length:
1 hour

Visits

CLASS VISITS

Dates/Times Available
Year-round
Arrangements
Contact Admissions Office

FACULTY AND COACH VISITS

 

On Campus Interview

Campus Interviews:
Yes
Information Sessions:
Not Available

Overnight Dorm Stays

Overnight Dorm Stays
Available
Arrangements
Contact Admissions Office

Campus Tours


TYPES OF TRANSPORTATION AVAILABLE TO CAMPUS

UAT is accessible from Sky Harbor International Airport (approx. 7 miles from UAT)and local hotels via public transportation, ride share, taxis, shuttle buses and other forms of transport. Additionally, Phoenix Union Station in central Phoenix (approx. 12 miles from UAT) services railroad passengers.



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10. Sports & Athletics

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11. Housing & Activities

Hosting Features

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Special Needs Admissions

College Entrance Tests Required
No
Interview Required
No

Student Activities

12. Student Services

CAMPUS SECURITY REPORT

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Other Information

Campus-wide Internet Network
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Fee for Network Use
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Partnerships with Technology Companies
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Personal computer included in tuition for each student
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Discounts Available with Hardware Vendors
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13. Financial Aid

Dates

Required Forms

FAFSA

Our University is dedicated to making technology education accessible and affordable, and ensuring all qualified students can attend with the help of financial aid, scholarships and grants. Our Financial Aid office is committed to providing personalized support to students and their families, offering a range of financial aid options, including scholarships, grants, loans, and work-study programs. To learn more about the types of financial aid and scholarships available and their requirements, please visit .

Financial Aid Statistics

Financial aid provided to international students
No

Available Aid

Financial Aid Methodology
Scholarships and Grants

Need-Based Aid

01 - Need-Based College/University Scholarship or Grant Aid from Institutional Funds
02 - Need-Based Federal Pell
03 - Need-Based Private Scholarships
04 - Need-Based SEOG

No-Need-Based

01 - Institutional non-need-based scholarship or grant aid is available

Federal Direct Student Loan Programs

01 - Direct PLUS Loans
02 - Direct Subsidized Stafford Loans
03 - Direct Unsubsidized Stafford Loans
Is Institutional Employment Available (other than Federal Work Study)
Yes

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14. Career Services & Jobs

Graduation Rates

Career Services

01 - Alumni Network
02 - Alumni Services
03 - Classes
04 - Interest Inventory
05 - Internships
06 - Regional Alumni

Opportunities at School

01 - Coop
02 - Experiential
03 - Internship

ROI & Outcomes Information from PayScale

15. Majors

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01 BUSINESS, MANAGEMENT, MARKETING, AND RELATED SUPPORT SERVICES.
  • Business Administration, Management and Operations, Other.
  • Entrepreneurship/Entrepreneurial Studies.
  • Information Resources Management.
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02 COMMUNICATIONS TECHNOLOGIES/TECHNICIANS AND SUPPORT SERVICES.
  • Animation, Interactive Technology, Video Graphics and Special Effects.
  • Photographic and Film/Video Technology/Technician and Assistant.
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03 COMPUTER AND INFORMATION SCIENCES AND SUPPORT SERVICES.
  • Artificial Intelligence.
  • Computer and Information Sciences, Other.
  • Computer and Information Systems Security/Information Assurance.
  • Computer Graphics.
  • Computer Programming, Other.
  • Computer Programming/Programmer, General.
  • Computer Science.
  • Computer/Information Technology Services Administration and Management, Other.
  • Information Science/Studies.
  • Information Technology.
  • Modeling, Virtual Environments and Simulation.
  • Network and System Administration/Administrator.
  • System, Networking, and LAN/WAN Management/Manager.
  • Web Page, Digital/Multimedia and Information Resources Design.
  • Web/Multimedia Management and Webmaster.
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04 ENGINEERING TECHNOLOGIES AND ENGINEERING-RELATED FIELDS.
  • Computer Engineering Technologies/Technicians, Other.
  • Computer Software Technology/Technician.
  • Robotics Technology/Technician.
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05 ENGINEERING.
  • Computer Engineering, Other.
  • Computer Software Engineering.
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06 MILITARY TECHNOLOGIES AND APPLIED SCIENCES.
  • Cyber/Electronic Operations and Warfare.
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07 MULTI/INTERDISCIPLINARY STUDIES.
  • Human Computer Interaction.
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08 VISUAL AND PERFORMING ARTS.
  • Digital Arts.
  • Industrial and Product Design.

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