Freshmen & First-Time Students
Take the first step toward your future. At USV, applying as a first-time student is simple, supportive, and designed to get you started without extra barriers.
No portfolios. No letters of recommendation. Just three straightforward steps:
Submit your online application.
Connect with an admissions representative who will guide you through next steps.
Why Apply to USV?
At USV, you’ll join a community of creators, coders, and innovators taught by faculty with real industry experience. You’ll graduate with:
The USV Difference
USV students take 3 courses per term instead of the traditional 4. That means:
Deeper learning
You’ll dive deeper into each subject, with more time to absorb concepts, apply them in projects, and build lasting mastery that goes beyond memorization.
Higher Success
With improved retention and a healthier pace, students are more likely to graduate on time and enter the job market prepared with real skills and strong portfolios.
Better Balance
Fewer concurrent courses means less stress and more focus. You’ll have room to manage school, work, and life — without sacrificing academic performance.
Where Theory Meets Creation.
Students Don’t Just Learn — They Ship. Every project has stakes. Every creation has an audience. Every graduate leaves with a portfolio that proves they can build the future.
FOUR STUDIOS
USV Productions
Films, music, podcasts, immersive media.
USV Labs
AI development, enterprise solutions, open source tools.
USV Agency
Design, marketing, brand strategy for real companies.
USV Interactive
Games, VR, and interactive experiences built with integrity.
All Integrated, Not Siloed