About University of Antelope Valley (UAV)
Type
Private
For-Profit
4 Years
Student Population
894
Website
www.uav.edu/Accreditation
WASC
Religious Affiliation
Not applicable
On Campus Housing
Yes
University of Antelope Valley is a private university located in Lancaster, CA. The total enrolment stands at 1,146 students at University of Antelope Valley. Around 762 and 52 students take admission in various undergraduate and postgraduate courses of the university. To teach various courses to the students, the school has employed a total of 76 faculty. University of Antelope Valley is home to an ethnically diverse student body. At UAV around 40% belong to Hispanic ethnicity, 18% are Black or African American, and 17% are white. Further, around 65% of the students are 24 and under. When it comes to gender distribution at the varsity, around 56% of the students are females and 44% are males. The employment rate, after six years of graduation, is a good parameter to gauge the employability which in this case is 73%. The university boasts of a decent sports infrastructure. It also encourages its students to participate in athletics, as it helps in building character. UAV offers a total of 72 undergraduate and graduate programs, including both residential and online. The university also has a long list of accreditations. It has been accredited by Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools, Accrediting Council for Independent Colleges and Schools, and WASC Senior College and University Commission.
Rankings
The ranking of a particular university helps a student decide where to apply, which is always a tough decision. The ranking of a university is an important parameter by which a prospective student can decide whether they wish to take admission or not. Generally, the ranking of a university is considered a great way to gauge its performance on several factors, which include research excellence, the performance of the students after they complete their education, student experience, and most importantly academic success. The rankings by two well-known publications, US News and Forbes, are considered trustworthy by applicants and academic experts. However, it is to be noted that University of Antelope Valley does not feature in the list of top colleges, according to the latest ranking by these publications.
Admissions
Application Deadline
None
Acceptance Rate
N/A
SAT Range
N/A
ACT Range
N/A
Application Fee
$50
SAT/ACT
FALSE
High School GPA
N/A
Accept Common App
None
Admission to the university is fairly easy and the students are recommeded to make the most out of it. The admission process starts by filling up the form and submitting a fee of $50. As a general rule of thumb, in order to improve one’s chances of securing admission, a person must score high on a standardised test like SAT or ACT. But, at University of Antelope Valley, the average SAT or ACT scores of students securing admission is not available. This points to the fact that scoring high on standardised tests is not an important criterion for this university. The candidates can apply for the courses online. However, in case they need information or want to feel the vibes, they visit the school's office at 44055 Sierra Highway, Lancaster, California 93534. They can also call them at (661) 726-1911 x125.
Annual Cost to Attend
Net Price
$2,431
Average Annual Cost
N/A
Tuition fees and the cost of living during the course tenure are the next two things that a student should keep in mind before applying to UAV. The annual full-time cost of attendance comes out to be approximately $7,803. The average annual tuition cost ($1,300), books and supplies ($715), room and boarding ($4,414), and budget for other expenses ($1,374) are all included in this cost. Students can also explore numerous financial aid options offered by the university.
Academics
Highest Degree Offered
Master's degree
Student:Faculty Ratio
15:1
Full-Time Retention Rate
75%
Part-Time Retention Rate
N/A
Academic Calendar
Differs by program
Research Funding per Student
N/A
Faculty Overview
Male Professors
Female Professors
Non-traditional Learning
Evening Degree Programs
Teacher Certification
Distance Education
Study Abroad
Majors
Allied Health and Medical Assisting...
175 Graduates
Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursi...
84 Graduates
Culinary Arts and Related Services
50 Graduates
Criminal Justice and Corrections
36 Graduates
Health and Medical Administrative S...
33 Graduates
Business Administration, Management...
25 Graduates
Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervent...
13 Graduates
Somatic Bodywork and Related Therap...
12 Graduates
Fire Protection
7 Graduates
Hospitality Administration/Manageme...
7 Graduates
Health and Physical Education/Fitne...
2 Graduates
Sustainability Studies
1 Graduates
Student Body
Undergraduate Students
847
Socio-Economic Diversity
40%
Part-time
N/A
Students Gender
Race/Ethnicity
Geographic Density
Geographic Density
High
Unknown Location
Out Of State
In State
Foreign
Economic Diversity
36% percentage of students who recieved an income-based Federal Pell Grant intended for low-income students.
Median Household Income
$57,306 per year
Campus Life
Housing
The students can reside on campus and N/A of Freshman Live On-Campus.
On Campus Housing Available
Yes
Freshmen Required to Live on Campus
No
Freshmen Live on Campus
N/A
Undergrads in College Housing
N/A
Averege Housing Cost
$7,000/year
Campus Food
The institution has several dining and meal plan options available to students and the average meal plan cost is around $4,256/year.
Meal Plan Available
Yes
Average Meal Plan Available
$4,256/year
Athletes
Division Sports Nickname
N/A
School Colors
N/A
Varsity Athletics Association
N/A
Varsity Athletics Conference Primary
N/A
Total Male Athletes
N/A
Total Female Athletes
N/A
Intramural Sports
N/A
Sports Club
N/A
Campus Safety
24-Hour Security Patrol
NA
24-Hour Escort Safety rides
NA
Students who want to enjoy the campus and lodging life can benefit from the on-campus housing facility provided by UAV. The normal expense for on-campus housing is $7,000 per year. University of Antelope Valley has several dining and meal plan options for its students and the average meal plan at UAV costs around $4,256 per year. There are around 44% male and 56% female students enrolled at the university.
After Graduation
Median Earnings 6 Years After Graduation
$17,000/year
Median Earnings 10 Years After Graduation
$24,400/year
Typical Monthly Loan Payment
$75 - 354
Financial Aid
Students Receiving Gift Aid
Average Aid Per Year
$5,381
Students Receiving Federal Grants
Average Aid Per Year
$5,381
Average Grant & Scholarship by Family Income
Income
Average Amount
< $30K
$2,429
$30K - $48K
$840
The financial aid department of University of Antelope Valley helps students by assisting them with scholarships, grants, and student loans in the event that they find the fees and the cost of living at the campus to be expensive. At the university, the average federal grant comes to be around $5,904, whereas the financial aid is $6,209. Meanwhile, the institutional aid offered to the students at UAV stands at $6,209.
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