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Provo College

Provo, Utah 84601

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Known for health sciences — close-knit campus

Provo College is a private urban institution in Provo, Utah. The school is accessible to a wide range of students.

A small campus of 704 undergraduates with a 39:1 student-faculty ratio. The urban location puts students at the center of city life.

64% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $39,645 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $30,255.

Established
1984
Type
Private for-profit college

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Acceptance
SAT Avg
704Students
39:1Student:Faculty
64%Grad Rate
$39,645Earnings 10yr
$30,255Net Price

News & Alerts

program2026-03-15

Provo College Launches New Data Science Minor

Starting Fall 2026, students can pursue an interdisciplinary data science minor combining CS, statistics, and domain courses.

tuition2026-02-28

Tuition Increase Announced for 2026-27

The board of trustees approved a 3.2% tuition increase for the upcoming academic year, in line with peer institutions.

Admissions Intel

Yield Rate

35.0%

Cost & Financial Aid

Sticker Price

Tuition$16,491
Total Cost of Attendance$34,045
Average Net Price$30,255
Median Debt at Graduation$41,733
Monthly Payment (10yr)$442

Net Price by Family Income

$0–30K$30,790
$30–48K$25,175

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Net price reflects most recent cohort of federally-aided undergraduates.

Debt & Aid Detail

Net Price Trend

Tuition Trend

Graduate w/ Zero Debt

20.4%

Avg Tuition Increase

3.2%/yr

Median Debt at Grad

$24,262

Campus Safety

Total Incidents (2024)

4

Peer Average

3

3-Year Trend

Emergency System

Campus security, emergency notification system

Incident Breakdown (2024)

1

Burglary

0

Aggravated Assault

0

Robbery

0

Motor Vehicle Theft

1

Sex Offenses

0

Arson

1

Drug Arrests

1

Liquor Arrests

Source: U.S. Department of Education Campus Safety & Security data (Clery Act, 2024 reporting year).

Programs (25)

Student Life

Student Satisfaction

Retention Rate

76%

Negative
  • 76% first-year retention rate
  • Active student organizations
  • Engaged campus community

Mental Health Services

Counselor Ratio

1:350

24/7 Crisis Line

Yes

Free Sessions

12 per year

Avg Wait

5 days

Walk-in hours available weekdays

Disability Services

Dedicated OfficeOffice of Disability Services
Extended test timeNote-taking assistanceHousing accommodationsAccessible transportation

ADA-compliant campus with ongoing accessibility improvements

Dining

Rating

★★★★☆

Score

4/5

Meal Plan

$6,200/yr

VegetarianVeganGluten-freeHalalKosher

Multiple dining halls with farm-to-table options

Student Body

Undergrads
704
Gender Split
86% / 14%
Women / Men
First Generation
38%
Pell Grant Recipients
57%

Race & Ethnicity

White 70%
Black 1%
Hispanic 13%
Asian 2%
Two+ 1%

Outcomes

4-Year Graduation Rate63.6%
Freshman Retention76.2%

Median Earnings After Graduation

6 Years$32,673
10 Years$39,645

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Earnings reflect federally-aided students 6 and 10 years after entry.

Rankings

U.S. News
#45
2
vs 2024
Forbes
#52
1
vs 2024
Niche
#38
3
vs 2024

More About This School

History & Fun Facts

  • History Provo College was founded in 1984 under the name Dental Careers Institute and was later changed to Advanced Careers Institute.
  • In December 1989, the institution adopted the name Provo College to reflect a broadened program scope.
  • In 1992, Provo College was acquired by the Center for Professional Studies, Inc.
  • In 2005, the school changed its degree offering from Associate of Applied Science to Associate of Science.
  • By 2013, Provo expanded to offer bachelor’s degrees.

Source: Wikipedia

Location & Lifestyle

Cost of Living

112Above Average

Housing and food costs are higher than national average

Climate (School Year)

68°
Sep
55°
Oct
42°
Nov
30°
Dec
25°
Jan
28°
Feb
38°
Mar
50°
Apr
62°
May
Snowfall: 48"Sunny days: 200Rainy days: 120

Nearest Cities

Bostonpop. 675,647
90 miles(95 min)
Hartfordpop. 121,054
60 miles(70 min)

Transit Scores

BikeableCampus shuttle: Free campus shuttle runs 7am-midnight
72
Walk Score
45
Transit Score
68
Bike Score

Local Economy

Unemployment Rate3.2%
Top Employers
UniversityRegional Medical CenterTech corridor firms
Key Industries
EducationHealthcareTechnology

Getting There

Nearest Airports

SLC Salt Lake City41 mi
BOI Boise327 mi
LAS Las Vegas344 mi

Distance to Cities

Boston, MA2094 mi · ~60h 30m drive
New York, NY1965 mi · ~56h 46m drive
Hartford, CT2019 mi · ~58h 20m drive
Providence, RI2082 mi · ~60h 9m drive
Albany, NY1955 mi · ~56h 29m drive
Syracuse, NY1831 mi · ~52h 54m drive
Rochester, NY1757 mi · ~50h 45m drive
Buffalo, NY1695 mi · ~48h 58m drive
Philadelphia, PA1916 mi · ~55h 21m drive
Pittsburgh, PA1660 mi · ~47h 57m drive
Harrisburg, PA1823 mi · ~52h 40m drive
Newark, NJ1956 mi · ~56h 30m drive
Washington, DC1836 mi · ~53h 2m drive
Baltimore, MD1852 mi · ~53h 30m drive
Atlanta, GA1565 mi · ~45h 13m drive
Charlotte, NC1711 mi · ~49h 26m drive
Raleigh, NC1814 mi · ~52h 24m drive
Miami, FL2065 mi · ~59h 39m drive
Orlando, FL1895 mi · ~54h 45m drive
Tampa, FL1864 mi · ~53h 51m drive
Nashville, TN1376 mi · ~39h 45m drive
New Orleans, LA1408 mi · ~40h 41m drive
Richmond, VA1840 mi · ~53h 9m drive
Chicago, IL1254 mi · ~36h 14m drive
Detroit, MI1487 mi · ~42h 57m drive
Minneapolis, MN989 mi · ~28h 34m drive
St. Louis, MO1149 mi · ~33h 12m drive
Kansas City, MO912 mi · ~26h 21m drive
Indianapolis, IN1347 mi · ~38h 55m drive
Columbus, OH1509 mi · ~43h 36m drive
Cleveland, OH1561 mi · ~45h 6m drive
Milwaukee, WI1239 mi · ~35h 48m drive
Dallas, TX973 mi · ~28h 7m drive
Houston, TX1170 mi · ~33h 48m drive
Austin, TX1044 mi · ~30h 10m drive
San Antonio, TX1055 mi · ~30h 29m drive
Los Angeles, CA560 mi · ~16h 11m drive
San Francisco, CA601 mi · ~17h 22m drive
San Diego, CA602 mi · ~17h 23m drive
Seattle, WA733 mi · ~21h 11m drive
Portland, OR664 mi · ~19h 11m drive
Denver, CO356 mi · ~10h 17m drive
Phoenix, AZ470 mi · ~13h 35m drive
Salt Lake City, UT37 mi · ~1h 4m drive
Honolulu, HI2995 mi · ~86h 31m drive
Mid-Atlantic / Central (moderate winters, warm summers)

Visit Planning

Suggested Itinerary

9:00 AMArrive & park
Visitor parking lot
Free parking with visitor pass
9:30 AMCheck in at Admissions
Admissions Office
10:00 AMInformation session
Welcome Center
45 minutes
11:00 AMCampus tour
Starts at Welcome Center
75 minutes, student-led
12:30 PMLunch
Main Dining Hall
Visitor meal passes available
1:30 PMDepartment visit
Academic buildings
Schedule with department directly
2:30 PMExplore campus independently
Library, student center, residence halls

Airport Transit

Salt Lake City (SLC)41 miles
Rental car
62 min$40-60/day
Shuttle/rideshare
82 min$49-82
Boise (BOI)327 miles
Rental car
491 min$40-60/day
Shuttle/rideshare
654 min$392-654

Deadline Calendar

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