The University’s undergraduate catalog provides information about academic programs, courses, policies, and services. It is the student’s responsibility to know and follow the current requirements and procedures at the department, school, and University levels.
The University reserves the right to make such changes as it determines, in its sole discretion, to be necessary or advisable in its regulations, course offerings, staff, and financial policies without notice. Changes to rules and policies may occur at any time and could be applied to currently matriculated students.
Utica University reserves the right to deny admission, re-admission, registration, or re-registration and to dismiss or suspend either from classes or a University residence any student who is unable to meet the University’s academic or health standards, or whose behavior is not in accordance with the rules and regulations of the University.
Located in the heart of Central New York, Utica University is a comprehensive, independent, private institution founded in 1946 as Utica College. The University was originally an extension of Syracuse University that was established to meet the educational needs of returning World War II veterans. In 1978, the Middle States Commission on Higher Education separately accredited the institution as a branch campus, and in 1995, the University became a fully independent institution with a Board of Trustees that oversees its educational programs, capital assets, and financial health. The institution achieved university status in 2022.
Utica University offers a range of undergraduate programs leading to the Bachelor of Arts, Bachelor of Science, and Bachelor of Business Administration degrees. Each program consists of general education requirements, major and major-related requirements, and electives. Each degree program provides a firm foundation in the liberal arts and prepares students for careers and/or graduate and professional school. While the University offers a wide range of programs, majors, and services to help prepare students for careers, it does not guarantee employment or placement for its students or graduates.
At Utica University, we empower learners to achieve their career and life goals through personally enriching experiences and outstanding educational pathways.
Our mission rests upon a foundation of values that guide our decisions and actions:
- Individual attention
- Intellectual growth, creativity, and scholarship in the pursuit of knowledge
- Innovative and relevant approaches to teaching and learning
- Diversity of perspective, background, and experience in an equitable, respectful, and inclusive environment
- Freedom of expression and civil discourse
- Community engagement and service
- Ethical behavior and integrity
- Continuous pursuit of excellence
The University is chartered by the Regents of The University of the State of New York under its corporate name, Utica University. Utica University is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education, 1007 North Orange Street, 4th Floor, MB #166, Wilmington, DE 19801. (267-284-5011) www.msche.org. The MSCHE is an institutional accrediting agency recognized by the U.S. Secretary of Education and the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA).
Individual programs are also accredited by discipline-specific accrediting agencies. A complete listing of accreditations may be found at https://www.utica.edu/about-utica/accreditations.
Utica University is an equal opportunity, affirmative action institution, and accepts students and employs individuals without regard to race, creed, color, sex, pregnancy, ethnic or national origin, religion, marital status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, disability, AIDS, citizenship status, genetic predisposition, domestic violence victim status, or any other status protected by applicable law to the extent prohibited by law. This nondiscrimination policy covers admissions, employment, and access to and treatment in Utica University programs, services, and activities.
The 504 ADA Compliance Officer for Utica University is Kristin Phelps, Director for Human Resources (315) 792-3024.
Utica University has designated the Director for Human Resources in the Office of Human Resources (315) 792-3276 (or hr@utica.edu) as the individual responsible for inquiries, complaints, and coordination of compliance under the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (as amended).
Utica University has designated the Director of Learning Services in the Office of Learning Services (315) 792-3032 as the individual responsible for inquiries, complaints, and coordination of compliance under the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (as amended) and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 on behalf of students.
Members of Utica University who have complaints of sexual misconduct (sexual harassment, sexual assault, dating/intimate partner violence, or stalking) by anyone at this University, including any students, staff, administrators, or faculty as well as vendors, contingent employees, independent contractors, clients, and consultants are encouraged to report such conduct to the Title IX Coordinator so that they may investigate and resolve the problem. Individuals who feel subjected to sexual misconduct should report the circumstances orally and in writing as soon as possible to the Title IX Coordinator. A delay in reporting may affect an investigator’s ability to gather information relevant to the case. For the purposes of filing a complaint, “Title IX Coordinator” refers to the Title IX Coordinator and any Deputy Title IX Coordinators. The contact information for the Title IX staff is as follows:
Title IX Coordinator:
Nina Gray, Human Resources (315) 792-3012 or nngray@utica.edu
Deputy Title IX Coordinators:
David Fontaine, Director of Athletics and Physical Education (315) 792-3050 or dsfontai@utica.edu
Lauryn A. Moore, Associate Dean of Students & Campus Engagement (315) 223 - 2598 or lamoore@utica.edu
Marissa Finch, Executive Director of Student Living (315) 792-4575 or mmhall1@utica.edu
Utica University has designated several Military/Veterans Liaisons to direct the University’s efforts to comply with the applicable law and regulations on behalf of veterans. The Veterans’ Liaisons is Mr. Richard Racioppa, Dean of Students, (315) 792-3100.
Utica University makes available a wealth of consumer information to current and prospective students and their families in accordance with the 2008 Higher Education Opportunity Act (HEOA) and the Student-Right-to-Know Act. Visit our student consumer website (https://www.utica.edu/student-right-know) to access this information, which includes graduation rates, financial aid and loan information, health and safety information, and student body diversity.
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