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University of Advancing Technology, also known as UAT, is a for-profit, institution of higher education located in Tempe, Arizona, United States. Established in 1983, the institution provides unique core classes as well as all traditional ones. UAT offers associate's, bachelor's, and master's degrees in diverse areas of study. It also offers online continuing education programs to its students.
University of Advancing Technology offers an active life for the students. The campus hosts student clubs and organizations like T.A.P.S. (The Academic Paranormal Society), LAN Committee, Quarter Circle Forward (QCF), and Anime Club. The university offers several types of financial aid to the students. Some of the important scholarships include the Thinking Scholarships, UAT-Online Scholarships, Financial Need Scholarships, and Karrlin Field Memorial Scholarship.
University Of Advancing Technology can be found in Tempe, AZ (a medium-sized city). The school is a private, for-profit institution. The Master's degree is the highest degree at University Of Advancing Technology.
The school has a tighter focus on specific areas of study than most colleges its size. The most common majors at University Of Advancing Technology are in media and engineering technician.
The school does not have an open admissions system. Not everyone who applies is accepted.
In 2007, 1,254 students were enrolled in University Of Advancing Technology. A very high share of students at the school are male.
Full-time students are the norm at University Of Advancing Technology.
More complete details are provided below.
University Of Advancing Technology
2625 W Baseline Rd
Tempe, AZ 85283
General Phone: (602) 383-8228
http://www.uat.edu
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Media | 95 | communications tech courses |
| Engineering Technician | 69 | computer engineering tech |
| Computer Science And Engineering | 4 | computer and info science, information science |
Number of programs and degrees for University Of Advancing Technology in 2007:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree | 140 | 3 |
| Associate's degree | 24 | 3 |
| Master's degree | 4 | 1 |
In 2007, University Of Advancing Technology had a total enrollment of 1,254 students (1,252 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 91% |
| Women | 9% |
| Full-Time | 100% |
| Part-Time | 0% |
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 96% |
| Graduate | 4% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 62% |
| Black | 4% |
| Hispanic | 6% |
| Asian | 3% |
| American Indian | 1% |
| Unknown | 23% |
| (Foreign Students) | 1% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 0% |
| 18-19 | 17% |
| 20-21 | 29% |
| 22-24 | 24% |
| 25-29 | 19% |
| 30-34 | 6% |
| 35-39 | 3% |
| 40-49 | 1% |
| 50-64 | 0% |
Incoming (Freshman) Students by Place of Residence:
(From available data sampling)
| Residence | Percent |
|---|---|
| Arizona | 21% |
| California | 10% |
| New Jersey | 6% |
| Texas | 5% |
| New York | 5% |
| Indiana | 4% |
| Wisconsin | 4% |
| Ohio | 4% |
| Connecticut | 4% |
| Michigan | 3% |
| Maryland | 3% |
| Pennsylvania | 3% |
| Oregon | 3% |
| Massachusetts | 2% |
| Maine | 2% |
| Missouri | 2% |
| Illinois | 2% |
| Minnesota | 2% |
| Georgia | 2% |
| New Hampshire | 1% |
| Kansas | 1% |
| Washington | 1% |
| Arkansas | 1% |
| Nebraska | 1% |
| Virginia | 1% |
| Florida | 1% |
| Tennessee | 1% |
| North Carolina | 1% |
| Iowa | 1% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 64 % |
University Of Advancing Technology offers campus housing for 320 of its 1,252 (full-time) students. Freshmen are required to live on campus.
(Please refer to our profile of Tempe, Arizona for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other Arizona Colleges).
The school does not offer students a meal plan.
Acceptances:
| Group | Applicants | Accepted | Percent Accepted | Enrolled | Percent of Accepted Enrolled |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 867 | 796 | 92% | 223 | 28% |
| Men | 798 | 732 | 92% | 204 | 28% |
| Women | 69 | 64 | 93% | 19 | 30% |
Application Requirements:
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| GPA | recommended |
| Class Rank | not required |
| High School Record | not required |
| College Prep Program | not required |
| Recommendations | not required |
| Formal Demonstration of Competence | recommended |
| Standardized Tests (SAT and/or ACT) | recommended |
| TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) | required |
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 16,300 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 16,300 |
| Room and board | $ 9,076 |
| Room charge | $ 5,700 |
| Board (meal plan) charge | $ 3,376 |
| Books and supplies | $ 1,000 |
| Other expenses | $ 4,450 |
Financial Aid:
University Of Advancing Technology participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 2559000)
Tenure Status of Faculty (2007):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Men | Women |
|---|---|---|
| Non-tenured and not on tenure track | 24 | 13 |
Salaries for full-time faculty:
Full-Time Faculty (2007):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professor | calendar year | 1 | * | 1 | * |
| Associate professor | calendar year | 23 | $51,805 | 12 | $52,749 |
| All faculty total | calendar year | 24 | $51,910 | 13 | $53,476 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
COMPUTER SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING
Computer and Information Sciences, General
Information Science/Studies
ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN
Computer Engineering Technology/Technician
MEDIA
Communications Technologies/Technicians & Support Services, Other
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets University Of Advancing Technology Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| % of degrees in media (vs. all colleges) | Top 1% |  |
| Male % of student body (vs. all colleges) | Top 3% | |
| Degrees concentrated in limited number of degree programs (vs. all colleges) | Top 4% | |
| % of degrees in engineering technician (vs. all colleges) | Top 5% | |
| Dorm rooms per full-time student (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 17% | |
Notable:
Grants credits for AP courses Offers distance learning Career counseling Career services Student employment services Remedial classes for students On-campus library Offers campus housing
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