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Information for Parents

Support your student’s journey. At USV, we provide the guidance, safety, and resources that help your child turn their passion into a profession.

ALUMNI SUCCESS

Why USV?

USV is nationally ranked by The Princeton Review and U.S. News & World Report, accredited by WSCUC, and approved by the Bureau for Private Postsecondary Education. Our faculty are industry veterans, and our alumni work at leading companies across tech, media, and entertainment.

What this means for your child:

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An education that connects directly to careers

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A network of peers and mentors in Silicon Valley

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A proven track record of student success and social mobility

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An education that connects directly to careers

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A network of peers and mentors in Silicon Valley

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A proven track record of student success and social mobility

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An education that connects directly to careers

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A network of peers and mentors in Silicon Valley

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A proven track record of student success and social mobility

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Real-World, Polymathic Learning at USV Studios

At USV, your student won’t be boxed into a single path. Through USV Studios, they’ll collaborate across disciplines — art, design, audio, engineering, and business — to solve real industry challenges. This polymathic approach builds versatile thinkers and creators who can adapt to new roles, technologies, and opportunities.

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A professional portfolio of real projects

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Hands-on experience working with Silicon Valley companies

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Broad, cross-disciplinary skills that prepare them not just for their first job, but for a lifetime of career growth

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A professional portfolio of real projects

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Hands-on experience working with Silicon Valley companies

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Broad, cross-disciplinary skills that prepare them not just for their first job, but for a lifetime of career growth

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A professional portfolio of real projects

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Hands-on experience working with Silicon Valley companies

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Broad, cross-disciplinary skills that prepare them not just for their first job, but for a lifetime of career growth

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Paying for School

USV is committed to making education affordable and predictable.

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Financial Aid – Scholarships, grants, loans, and work-study programs available.

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Tuition Lock Guarantee – Students who maintain at least 12 credits per trimester and remain in good standing pay the same tuition rate through graduation.

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Financial Aid – Scholarships, grants, loans, and work-study programs available.

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Tuition Lock Guarantee – Students who maintain at least 12 credits per trimester and remain in good standing pay the same tuition rate through graduation.

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Financial Aid – Scholarships, grants, loans, and work-study programs available.

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Tuition Lock Guarantee – Students who maintain at least 12 credits per trimester and remain in good standing pay the same tuition rate through graduation.

Learn More About Financial Aid

Learn More About Tution

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Housing & Campus Life

USV provides student housing within walking distance of campus, complete with:

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Fully furnished apartments

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Pool and fitness facilities

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Assigned parking and in-unit laundry

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Resident Assistants for peer mentoring and activities

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Fully furnished apartments

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Pool and fitness facilities

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Assigned parking and in-unit laundry

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Resident Assistants for peer mentoring and activities

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Fully furnished apartments

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Pool and fitness facilities

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Assigned parking and in-unit laundry

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Resident Assistants for peer mentoring and activities

Campus safety is a top priority, with emergency protocols, SMS alerts, and on-site staff support.

Learn More About Housing

Community & Belonging

At USV, inclusiveness and belonging are central to our mission. We provide equal access to opportunities and support students as they grow into leaders in their industries, communities, and the world. In 2024, USV ranked #4 nationally in Social Mobility by U.S. News & World Report.

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Information for Parents

Why USV?

Real-World, Polymathic Learning at USV Studios

Paying for School

Housing & Campus Life

Community & Belonging

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