University of Advancing Technology (UAT) was established in 1983 as a private college in Tempe, Arizona. Its mission was to provide students with an education focused on advancing technology. The school initially offered computer-oriented courses and soon expanded to include degrees in media arts and technology, game design, robotics, software engineering and cyber security. With the growing demand for tech professionals, UAT began to expand its offerings and developed a wide range of degree programs.

In 2004 UAT was accredited by the Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools. This accreditation allowed the school to offer more advanced courses and degree programs that would help students become successful tech professionals. In 2006 UAT opened its doors to international students by becoming an approved SEVIS school for F-1 visas. This allowed students from all over the world to come study at UAT and gain valuable experience working with technology. Check COLLEGETOPPICKS for a list of engineering schools in New Mexico.

Today UAT has grown into a vibrant learning community with over 800 enrolled students from 30 states and 20 countries around the world. The university has also expanded its campus facilities with new residence halls, classrooms, laboratories and student centers that provide an inspiring environment for learning. UAT also continues to develop new degree programs such as Artificial Intelligence Engineering, Robotics Engineering, Virtual Reality Development and Digital Video Production that prepare students for success in today’s ever-changing technology industry.

University of Advancing Technology, as one of the top colleges ranked by major educational institutions, has impressed us by its high selectivity and student friendly application process during admissions. The following tables detail 2018 class profile, including total applications received, average high school GPA, SAT scores/ACT scores, and acceptance rates of University of Advancing Technology. To learn more about GPA, SAT and ACT scores information, please follow the links below. If you want to find even more about University of Advancing Technology, such as tuition fees and scholarships, you can click the link after tables to visit the school’s official website.

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Admissions Stats

The University of Advancing Technology (UAT) is a private, for-profit institution located in Tempe, Arizona. It offers a variety of undergraduate and graduate degree programs in the areas of technology, engineering, and digital media. The university has an enrollment of over 1,000 students and boasts an impressive graduation rate of 74%. UAT is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission (HLC).

UAT’s admissions process is highly competitive. Applicants are required to submit official transcripts from all previous institutions attended, along with standardized test scores such as the SAT or ACT. Additionally, UAT requires applicants to submit two letters of recommendation and complete an admissions interview. The average GPA for incoming freshman is 3.4 with an average SAT score of 1140 or an ACT score of 24. UAT also takes into consideration extracurricular activities that demonstrate leadership potential when evaluating applications for admission. The school also offers a number of scholarships to help students with tuition costs as well as other financial aid opportunities such as grants and loans.

Fall 2022 Selectivity

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Fall 2022 acceptance rate	80%
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Acceptance rate (excluding early action and early decision students)	80%

Fall 2022 Applications, Acceptances & Enrollments

Applicants	622
Female applicants	87
Male applicants	535
Applicants accepted	495
Female applicants accepted	71
Male applicants accepted	424
Freshman enrollment	140
Female freshman enrollment	15
Male freshman enrollment	125
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Fall 2022 Wait List

School has a wait list	No
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