A C A D E M I C S
A WELL-CHARTED COURSE
Behind all we do, the SUU academic experience aims to heighten student achievement and preparation through experience-based learning programs, a supportive academic environment and strong community partnerships. Institutional strides in these endeavors include: ■
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5% increase in fall-to-fall retention (since 2007) 9% increase in six-year graduation rate (since 2007) 93% of faculty/staff at or above College and University Professional Association (CUPA) compensation standards 38 new faculty added to continue providing small classes and personalized attention for every student
RECOGNIZED QUALITY
BEST REGIONAL UNIVERSITIES WEST
“Best in the West” U.S. News & World Report One of just 40 public schools in the nation to be included on the annual collegiate ranking. 2012, 2011, 2010 & 2006
“Best Colleges: West” The Princeton Review Noted as one of the nation’s best schools for an undergraduate education. 2012, 2011, 2010, 2009, 2008 & 2005
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s the state’s premier and only public university of liberal arts and sciences, Southern Utah University is at the forefront of undergraduate research and scholarship, with a commitment to a personalized student experience that cannot be afforded at larger schools. This commitment to our students and their unique educational opportunities is gaining increasing national attention, positioning SUU as one of the top universities in the state and across the West.
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