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ACCREDITATIONS

University Accreditation

Rocky Vista University (RVU) is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission (HLC).
HLC accredits degree-granting post-secondary educational institutions in the United States. HLC is as an institutional accreditor, accrediting the institution as a whole. At its meeting on May 1, 2018, the Institutional Actions Council (IAC) of the Higher Learning Commission voted to continue the accreditation of Rocky Vista University with the next comprehensive evaluation to be scheduled for 23-24. HLC is an independent corporation that was founded in 1895 as one of six regional accreditors in the United States. For further information please contact the Higher Learning Commission at 230 South LaSalle Street, Suite 7-500, Chicago, IL 60604; or (800) 621-7440.

State Authorizations

Rocky Vista University has full authorization from the state agencies listed below to operate its campuses in Colorado and Montana, and its additional location in Utah.

Colorado Department of Higher Education
1560 Broadway, Suite 1600
Denver, CO 80202
(303) 862-3001

Montana University System
560 N. Park
PO Box 203201
Helena, MT 59620-3201
(406) 449-9124
State Authorization (PDF)

Utah Department of Commerce
160 East 300 South
Salt Lake City, UT 84114
(801) 530-6601

Program & Center Accreditations

Specialized program accreditation agencies accredit specific academic programs within an institution of higher learning. Rocky Vista University’s programs and centers hold the specialized program accreditations listed below.

Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine

The Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine program offered at RVU’s Colorado, Utah, and Montana campuses have been granted Accreditation - Continued status by the Commission on Osteopathic College Accreditation (COCA) of the American Osteopathic Association (AOA). For further information please contact COCA at 142 E. Ontario St., Chicago, IL 60611; or (800) 621-1773; email: predoc@osteopathic.org

Master of Physician Assistant Studies

The Master of Physician Assistant Studies offered at RVU’s Colorado campus holds Accreditation-Probation from The Accreditation Review Commission on Education for the Physician Assistant, Inc. (ARC-PA). For further information please contact the ARC-PA at 12000 Findley Road, Suite 275, Johns Creek, Georgia, 30097; or (770) 476-1224.

At its March 2021 meeting, ARC-PA placed the Rocky Vista University Physician Assistant Program sponsored by Rocky Vista University on Accreditation-Probation status until its next review in March 2023. Probationary status is a temporary accreditation status of not less than two years that is granted, at the sole discretion of the ARC-PA, when a program holding an accreditation status of Accreditation-Provisional or Accreditation-Continued does not, in the judgement of the ARC-PA, meet the Standards or when the capability of the program to provide an acceptable educational experience for its students is threatened. Once placed on probation, a program that fails to comply with accreditation requirements in a timely manner, as specified by the ARC-PA, may be scheduled for a focused site visit and is subject to having its accreditation withdrawn. Specific questions regarding the Program and its plans may be directed to the Program Director and/or the appropriate institutional official(s).

Rocky Vista University Surgical Simulation Center

The Office of Simulation in Medicine and Surgery has the distinction of being recognized as a Comprehensive Accredited Education Institute (AEI) by the American College of Surgeons, and is the first osteopathic medical school to receive this prestigious accreditation. For further information please contact the AEI at 633 N. Saint Clair Street, Chicago, IL 60611; or (312) 202-5000.

Letter of Accreditation (PDF)

Student Complaints

Rocky Vista University upholds high standards and expectations of professional conduct for all its community members. As with any institution that educates and employs a large number and variety of people, we may sometimes be challenged by conflicts, lack of clarity in policies, or problems that may arise from misunderstandings.

RVU encourages students and employees to first make attempts to resolve conflicts with the person with whom there is a dispute. When a desirable outcome cannot be reached by both parties, policies and processes pertaining to student complaints are described here.

Additional Resources

Institutional Effectiveness

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News Room

Office of the President

Office of Compliance and Quality Assurance

RVU at a Glance

Strategic Planning

Title IX Policy

Reporting Sexual Misconduct

RESOURCES

Rocky Vista University welcomes employment inquiries from qualified individuals who share and support our mission and vision. We value individuals who demonstrate a commitment to lifelong learning, community service, and excellence. As one of the newest of the colleges of osteopathic medicine, RVU enjoys an entrepreneurial culture featuring state of the art facilities and innovative approaches to learning.

The faculty and staff are a school's most valuable commodity. They are the basis of the school's success and the future success of its graduates. At RVU, we have a group of employees who are dedicated to the mission of providing quality healthcare education and of inspiring students to serve with compassion, integrity, and excellence. Visit the RVU Directory to get to know the faculty and staff.

The Marketing Department has developed many ways to learn more about RVU, to follow the latest news and events, and to sing the praises of our students, faculty, and staff. In the News Room, you will find press releases, the Vista View newsletter, the Prairie Dogs and Roadrunners blog, and our social media accounts.