Updated: 4.23.20

Welcome to University of Advancing Technology!

Private technology university focused on educating students in advancing technology

Tempe, Arizona

www.uat.edu

University Profile

Updated: 4.23.20

Tailored to both undergraduate and graduate students, Synchronic Learning provides an education framework that prepares superior graduates to become tomorrow’s innovators while providing an environment where students demonstrate mastery and job readiness through: Student Innovation Projects Students are required to innovate and in order to graduate, they must create a working proof of concept of something that has never been done before. Workplace Ready As part of meeting their degree requirements, students complete internships, community projects and apprenticeship experiences. Skilled Creator Students are required to participate in real projects in the market and improve industry and community. These occur in collaborative year-long teams and in ongoing challenges and competitions.

Projections for Careers in Technology Occupations requiring a bachelor’s degree and higher, with employment growth projected to be as fast or faster than the average for all occupations between 2016 and 2026: Computer and Information Research Scientists

Computer Network Architects

Computer Programmers

Computer Systems Analysts

Database Administrators

Information Security Analysts

Network and Computer Systems Administrators

Web Developers

SOURCE: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics Computer and Information Technology Occupations to 2022.

Bachelor of Science Degrees

Advancing Computer Science Artificial Intelligence Business Technology Data Science NEW! Digital Maker and Fabrication Digital Marketing NEW! Game Programming Human-Computer Interaction Network Engineering Network Security Robotics and Embedded

Systems Technology Forensics Technology Studies

Bachelor of Arts Degrees

Advertising Art NEW! Digital Video Game Art and Animation Game Design Virtual Reality

Master of Science Degrees

Cyber Security Game Production and Management Software Engineering Technology Innovation Technology Leadership

Degrees

F ounded in 1983 in Tempe, Arizona, University Advancing Technology (UAT) is a small, private university

educating students in advancing technology who desire to innovate in the areas of emerging technology disciplines. UAT is designated as a Center of Academic Excellence by the National Centers of Information Assurance Education (CAE/IAE) sponsored by the U.S. National Security Agency and the Homeland Security Department. The University of Advancing Technology is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission (hlcommission.org), a regional accreditation agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. With its focus on educating the best thinkers who advance society through a lifetime of innovation, it is one of only a few colleges in the U.S. offering 100 percent STEM-based degrees at the undergraduate and graduate levels.

For the most

up-to-date list

of majors, visit

www.uat.edu/

majors

SYNCHRONIC

LEARNING

Small class sizes provide one-to-one access to professors

Technology focused campus where classes and social structures are

concentrated around advancing technology and its resulting contribution to society, business and investment

State-of-the-art facilities include the latest classroom technology and advanced laboratories

The UAT Tuition Guarantee means students’ tuition will not increase between their first and senior years

A campus designed using the principles of Feng Shui to create a sense of balance and harmony while fostering productivity

UAT alumni have worked for leading technology organizations such as Microsoft, NASDAQ, Department of Defense, Lexis Nexis, Go Daddy, Disney, Intel, Motorola and National Security Administration (NSA), to name a few

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Take a break,

have some fun!

When students need a break from screen time, there are more than 30

clubs and organizations to choose from, some of which include: Anime & Manga Club, Social Gaming Club, Fencing Club, Nerf Warz, KJ Dance, Improv Club and more. Students can even start their own club!

On-campus events get students engaged with one another and are definitely geared toward the student body. Fun events include: Academic Palooza, AVNET Tech Games, LAN parties, Geek Week, Live Action Games, Oktoberfest, and Guitar Hero Tournaments.

Looking for the Best? Students have access to tools, labs and studios used in industry to develop, test, build and create projects. High-tech tools include: brainwave-controlled Emotiv Headset, 3D scanner, and laser cutter and 3D printers that copy and build three dimensional models. Hundreds of computers with additional specialty workstations are located throughout the campus and students have access to labs such as: Cyber Warfare Range The U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) funded this cyber security lab for students pursuing Network Security, Information Assurance, Network Engineering, Technology Forensics or related majors. Digital Makers Fab Lab Modeled from the design of MIT’s first Fab Lab Community, this lab is stocked with 3D printers, laser cutters and software. New Technology Lab UAT’s New Technology (NT) Lab provides an innovation sandbox where, together under one roof, a variety of leading-edge, prototype technologies converge for students to explore and shape new ideas and collaborate in a shared learning environment. The lab includes work stations for Apple Development, Mobile Development, Game Development, Virtual Reality, Mind Control and Motion Control. Technology Innovation Lab The University provides a wide range of tools and materials for light metalworking, light electrical engineering, soldering and mechatronics. Students can use this lab to fix a computer or build a robot. Video Editing Studio This studio is available to the campus community to use on projects related to animation, digital video and games. Here, students can perform editing, compositing and sound recording activities.

Campus Location

Students will live in Founder’s Hall with full wireless coverage. For

movie buffs, the hall has a Hi-def movie room equipped with a 120-inch, 1080p projection screen and 5.1 Dolby Digital surround sound. Soundproof ‘Think Tanks’ are equipped with white boards, monitors and

work spaces for students to create the next big invention.

There’s plenty of community space for students to relax and a fitness

center for workouts. There’s even a laundry facility that’s connected to the internet for students to see if machines are open!

Housing

Arizona ranks 14th in the U.S. for international students studying in the state.

Top countries include China, India, Saudi Arabia, Kuwait and Mexico

Phoenix is the 6th largest city in the U.S.

#6

#14

UAT is located in Tempe, Arizona, a vibrant urban oasis in the heart of Metropolitan Phoenix.

Refreshingly offbeat, Tempe cares about community, stresses an active lifestyle and emphasizes a

laid-back atmosphere. Here, you’ll find the sports you love, the shopping you crave, the culture you enjoy,

the food you’ll want to share and art, architecture and scenery that are perfect for your next post on

Instagram. Nearby Tempe Town Lake is a hub of activity all year long. From 5K community walks to

large-scale triathlons, concerts and festivals, the lake is the site of daily water recreation.

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Application Requirements

Completed application (no fee)

Application link: Click here

Transcripts, diplomas and/or certifications (official documents with English translation). ECE or WES evaluation may also be requested

Admissions deadline—ongoing

SAT/ACT not required

English Proficiency

Students must meet minimum English proficiency if not originating from an English-speaking country. View list of exempt countries. TOEFL Internet-based 75 TOEFL Computer-based 213 TOEFL Paper 500 IELTS 6.0 Duolingo 100 ELS Level 112 TOEIC 760 International Academic Scholarships

UAT offers renewable scholarships to eligible international students

Undergraduate up to $3,000

Tuition & Fees (per academic year)

Undergraduate $24,950

Room Fees* $7,695 - $9,120

Meal Plans $1,950 - $2,350

Processing, transfer credit and resource fees may also be assessed.

*Listed room fees include 5% concession which is granted if paid prior to student’s start of term.

UAT introduced the first Digital

Maker and Fabrication

Degree in 2014

UAT offers one of the first regionally-accredited Game Design and Game

Programming

degrees in the U.S.

Undergraduate

Contact Please reach out with questions or email documents to:

Mr. Tyler Walling Email: international@uat.edu

Application Requirements

Completed application (no fee)

Application link: Click here

Transcripts, diplomas and/or certifications (official documents with English translation) ECE or WES evaluation may also be requested

Admissions deadline—ongoing

GMAT/GRE not required

English Proficiency

Students must meet minimum English proficiency if not originating from an English-speaking country. View list of exempt countries. TOEFL Internet-based 80 TOEFL Computer-based 213 TOEFL Paper 550 IELTS 6.5 Duolingo 100 ELS Level 112 TOEIC 760 International Academic Scholarships

UAT offers renewable scholarships to eligible international students

Graduate up to $1,500

Tuition & Fees (per academic year)

Graduate $17,500

Room Fees* $7,695 - $9,120

Meal Plans $1,950 - $2,350

Processing, transfer credit and resource fees may also be assessed.

*Listed room fees include 5% concession which is granted if paid prior to student’s start of term.

Graduate