Orientation is usually the week prior to the start of classes. The week’s events will include information regarding the program and curriculum, along with opportunities to interact with your classmates, RVU faculty, staff, and administrators. As the date approaches, more information regarding the week’s activities will be shared. All new students are required to attend.

In addition to being fully admitted and paying the necessary deposits, students should begin to familiarize themselves with RVU policies and procedures found in the Student Handbook, including the required technology. Each student is required to have a laptop computer with wireless capabilities. Also, become familiar with the required textbooks and supplies. The list has been posted on your MyVista portal.

Currently, all students are registered for their classes by the Registrar’s Office based upon year in school. To register for elective courses related to your program, complete this form and submit to Registrar’s office. For other questions relating to registration, e-mail the Registrar or call (720) 874-2452.

Information about student financial aid, loans, cost of attendance, etc. is available online by visiting the Student Financial Services website. For specific questions, please email the Financial Aid Counselor or call (720) 874-2442.

The costs of attending RVU and other useful information are located below, please choose the degree program you are interested in.

• Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO)
• Master of Physician Assistant Studies (MPAS)
• Master of Science in Biomedical Sciences (MSBS)

Yes. All students are required to obtain health insurance prior to matriculation and to maintain health insurance throughout their time of enrollment at the University. Students must participate in the University-sponsored health insurance program or submit an approved waiver with documentation of alternative equivalent coverage. If a student’s insurance is scheduled to expire during the academic year, they must obtain a new waiver form with proof of new insurance at least 30 days prior to the expiration of their old insurance. The current cost of the Student Health Insurance program may be obtained from the Office of Student Financial Services. Any student who has a lapse of health insurance coverage will be summarily removed from classes and/or externships and may be subject to dismissal. The contact information for the student health insurance plan is HSA Consulting, Inc. (Daryl Hall) at 1-888-978-8355 or rvu@hsac.com. Web address is https://app.hsac.com/rvu.

Rocky Vista University offers three different programs:

• Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) (Offered on the CO and UT campus)

• Master of Science in Biomedical Sciences (MSBS) (Offered on the CO and UT campus)

• Master of Physician Assistant Program (PA)  (Offered on the CO campus only)

It is the student’s responsibility to initiate the process for disability services or accommodations. Specific guidelines are available online in the RVU Student Handbook, on the Academic Advising webpage, or contact the RVU Disability Officer at (720) 875-2857.

View our Housing Page for more information

The tutoring program at Rocky Vista University enables second- and third-year students to hold individual and group tutoring sessions and test reviews. These are available for all first- and second-year courses at no cost to the student. An email is sent out at the beginning of each course introducing the tutors and explaining the process of signing up for an individual tutor.

White Coat Ceremony is typically held during the week of student orientation.

Student club and student government organization information is available by visiting the RVU Student Life website. Students are encouraged to participate where possible. Information and requirements for creating a new student club are outlined in the Student Handbook. For the Utah campus, student government organizations will be organized within the first few weeks of the fall semester and additional information will be forthcoming.

In accordance with business casual guidelines, slacks/trousers and jeans are appropriate, as are dresses and skirts with modest lengths. Collared shirts, sweaters, and blouses are acceptable. Examples of clothing that are not appropriate include the following:  shorts, mini-skirts, sweatpants, pajama pants, exercise pants, leggings (made of spandex or other form-fitting materials), shirts with spaghetti straps, halter tops, and clothing that may expose the midriff and torso. In addition, flip-flops and baseball caps are inappropriate. T-shirts are permitted as long as they do not contain offensive language or images. Students should refer to the course syllabi for further dress code requirements. The full dress code policy can be found in the RVU Student Handbook & Catalog.

Rocky Vista University College of Osteopathic Medicine has developed specialized educational tracks to enable students to enhance the focus of their general medical education.

View the Tracks and Special Programs website here

There are great links to local area attractions on the RVU Visitors Web Page.

For additional information, view about the area:

TripAdvisor.com | UncoverColorado.com | Denver.org

If you are interested in ordering an new/additional white coat, please follow the steps below.

• Click on the link. https://rvu-students.myshopify.com/
• Choose a women’s or men’s coat.
• Pick your size, state, and program, then add to cart.
• Coats are $50.00
  • Turnaround time is approximately 1 month.

If you have any questions about the coats, you can email Erica Whatley or reach out to Michelle, the Owner of Colorado Design Works. Her number is 303-430-4008.

Admissions –  (720) 875-2849 

Registrar – (720) 874-2455

Financial Aid – (720) 874-2442

Testing Center – (720) 874-2461

Campus Security – (720) 874-2465

Academic Advising – (720) 874-2452 

Career Advising – (720) 874-2857 

Counseling- (720) 874-2853

Campus Operator – (303) 373-2008

Student Affairs - (720) 795-9740