Achieving new heights in medical education
Smaller school.
Bigger support system.
Academic excellence is our promise, but support is our superpower. Intimate class sizes, closer connections with faculty, and a vibrant student life is what makes RVU more than a degree.
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Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine
Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine
The Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine at Rocky Vista University consists of four years of full-time academic and clinical programs. The first two years comprise preclinical studies on campus integrating case-based learning followed by two years of clinical education.
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Doctor of Nurse Anesthesia Practice
Doctor of Nurse Anesthesia Practice
Rocky Vista University’s Doctor of Nurse Anesthesia Practice (DNAP) degree is the highest practice degree in nurse anesthesia. RVU offers a comprehensive and challenging curriculum designed to equip you with the knowledge and expertise needed for a successful career in anesthesia.
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Master of Physician Assistant Studies
Master of Physician Assistant Studies
Rocky Vista University’s PA Program is taught utilizing the competency-based medical education model. In the first two semesters (Didactic Phase) the learner will move from foundational concepts to clinically oriented content. The subsequent five semesters (Clinical Phase) are dedicated to advancing the student to the level of “competent” for all thirteen entrustable professional activities.
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Master of Science in Biomedical Sciences
Master of Science in Biomedical Sciences
The Master of Science in Biomedical Sciences is a 9-month (30 semester hour) degree program. The program provides an opportunity for students with diverse backgrounds and life experience to strengthen their educational foundation in the biomedical sciences, cultivate critical thinking skills, and prepare for careers in the health sciences.
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Master of Medical Sciences
Master of Medical Sciences
The Rocky Vista University Master of Medical Sciences Program is a 1-year program that provides students a deep foundation in biomedical sciences, humanism, and professionalism. The program is designed to strengthen students’ qualifications and candidacy for medical or other health professional schools.
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Proposed Doctor of Veterinary Medicine
Proposed Doctor of Veterinary Medicine
The proposed College of Veterinary Medicine plans to offer a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM). RVUCVM’s veterinary program will qualify graduates to be eligible to take the North American Veterinary Licensing Examination (NAVLE).
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Colorado Campus
Colorado Campus
Rocky Vista University Colorado location is located in a small town called Parker, just 20 miles southeast of Denver, which is a place rooted in history and heritage. The spirit of the west that lives here is matched in character only by our embrace of forward-thinking innovation. This rare balance offers experiences that are unique even for Colorado, making Parker the ideal one-day getaway. The community is known for its excellent school system, extensive biking and jogging trails, recreational facilities, dining, and entertainment, as well as a wide variety of arts and community events held throughout the year.
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Utah Campus
Utah Campus
Our Utah campus is located in Ivins, UT, approximately 15 minutes from downtown St. George. The City of Ivins is a known as beneath the Big Red Mountain, which is where the campus is located. The weather is beautiful and sunny most of the year which makes it a great place for outdoor recreation, hiking, boating, camping, kayaking to name a few. There are several National Parks which are close to the campus; Zion National Park, Bryce Canyon National Park, and Grand Canyon National Park. Snow Canyon State Park is located just 5 minutes from campus which offers a beautiful landscape of red and white rocks.
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Montana Campus
Montana Campus
Billings, sitting along the Yellowstone River and the famous Rimrocks, is known as Montana’s Trailhead because it serves as the border between western Montana’s mountains and Eastern Montana’s plains and badlands. Billings is an urban city offering modern amenities, exceptional views, outdoor recreation, and award-winning cuisine. Billings is the medical hub for two thirds of Montana and portions of bordering states. Although Billings is the largest city in Montana, it boasts small-town hospitality! Where you can explore recreation, dining, shopping, and events happening in Billings.
Explore CampusGo where you’ll grow.
Each of our three campuses offer a different selection of programs, plus their own unique characteristics of the American West. But they all promise one thing: a welcoming community, where you can explore your passions inside and outside of the classroom.
98.8%
2025 Residency Placement Rate*
*2025 rates are preliminary as of 3/28/2025. Students who attempted to obtain a residency. Data Certified as Accurate as of 3/28/2025 by Dr. Jeff E. Hoyt, Manager Institutional Research & Reporting
16%
of RVU student body published or presented*
*In FY 23-24. Data Certified as of 12/20/2024 by Caleb Frandsen, Coordinator Institutional Research & Reporting
283
Publications and presentations*
*In FY 23-24. Data Certified as of 12/20/2024 by Caleb Frandsen, Coordinator Institutional Research & Reporting
100%
2024 PANCE Pass Rate*
*Data Certified as of 1/7/2025 by Dr. Jeff E. Hoyt, Manager Institutional Research & Reporting
Healthcare education. Elevated.
Dive into the hands-on experience that empowers you to not only pass your boards and celebrate on commencement day, but become a leader in your field and drive the future of healthcare.
We advance your skills.
You advance healthcare.
That’s why RVU offers students ample opportunities to get involved in grant-winning research and scholarly activity that has the potential to influence lasting change across your chosen field.
We teach wellness, and we practice what we teach.
Student resources and faculty support at every campus foster a welcoming environment that helps our students thrive. Our academics meet the highest standards—but heavy burnout is simply not our style.
Student Resources
Each campus offers students the support they need for a learn-life balance. Find everything you need from mental health services to financial aid.
