We're delighted that your student is attending UVU! We want to assure you we're doing all we can to create a safe, supportive and productive learning environment for them. We know you've played a huge role in readying your student for college, and we recognize that you still play a vital role in your student's college experience. The website pages found here, as well as those throughout the UVU website, provide guidance for parents at every stage of their engagement with the University. Please look around and get acquainted with our resources--and be sure to ask questions when you need to--we're here for you!
RESOURCES FOR PARENTS
WHAT IS FERPA (And why should I care?)
The Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act is a federal law that protects the privacy of student education records. Even if you're paying the tuition you can't see your student's grades unless they grant you permission or... Learn more about FERPA here
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
If this is your first time around the block as a parent of a college age student, don't worry. Most parents survive college! Many of them asked the same questions that you have now. Check our FAQ's here
HINTS FOR COLLEGE PARENTS
One of the first things your student will notice about college is that it's not at all like high school. They'll have to adapt and so will you. What's the best way for you to support your emerging adult student with their new college challenges?
See our hints here
LINKS TO CAMPUS SERVICES
Who do I call if I have a question about my tuition payment? Can my student see a doctor on campus? Find links to important campus resources here
The Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act is a federal law that protects the privacy of student education records. Even if you're paying the tuition you can't see your student's grades unless they grant you permission or... Learn more about FERPA here
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
If this is your first time around the block as a parent of a college age student, don't worry. Most parents survive college! Many of them asked the same questions that you have now. Check our FAQ's here
HINTS FOR COLLEGE PARENTS
One of the first things your student will notice about college is that it's not at all like high school. They'll have to adapt and so will you. What's the best way for you to support your emerging adult student with their new college challenges?
See our hints here
LINKS TO CAMPUS SERVICES
Who do I call if I have a question about my tuition payment? Can my student see a doctor on campus? Find links to important campus resources here
