Take a FREE class that counts toward your degree through our scholarship! Don’t just sit in a classroom—get real-world, hands-on experience while you are taking a class this summer!
Check to see if you are eligible for UVU Excelerate! Check Your Eligibility
How does it work?
As a UVU Excelerate student, you will earn credits toward your degree* over the summer for completing a project-based course in just eight weeks! Here’s how it works:
Attend weekly career connections activities during your UVU Excelerate course that will help you make connections with students in your major, faculty in your degree program, and professionals in your career field!
Attend monthly career connections activities during the next academic year.
Why should I participate?
The projects in UVU Excelerate classes are designed to help you learn by doing. You choose a class that fits with your interests and aptitudes and a project that matches your talents. Your UVU Excelerate course will give you
a FREE required class that will count toward your graduation requirements through our scholarship.*
a small class size (less than 20 students) so you can get the attention you need.
additional support from peer mentors that attend class with you each day.
connections with campus resources and people that will support you throughout your time at UVU.
connections with employers through projects and career connections activities.
*Please check with your advisor before registering to make sure the UVU Excelerate course you choose fits best with your declared major.