UVU PREP is a free summer STEM program that allows incoming seventh, eighth, and ninth grade students (graduating from grades 6 – 8) who have an interest and aptitude in STEM fields to receive accelerated curriculum in preparation for high school and higher education. The STEM education program strives to provide opportunities for underrepresented and first-generation students to pursue STEM studies and careers.
1094 total students since 2013
38% students of color
90% of alumni attended UVU
as their first higher education institution
In 1979, Dr. Manuel P. Berriozabal, a professor of mathematics at the University of Texas at San Antonio, founded the Pre-Freshman Engineering Program (PREP), to identify high achieving middle and high school students with the potential and interest in becoming scientists and engineers.
After seven years, PREP expanded across Texas and became known as TexPREP. The program has successfully developed into a nationally recognized organization known as PREP USA. Following the curriculum of PREP USA, Utah Valley University introduced UVU PREP in June 2013.
Science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) skills are crucial in our modern workforce. UVU PREP is a STEM education that is fun, challenging, and engaging for students from all backgrounds.
Our curriculum gives students engaged learning experiences and opportunities to see the practical application of the concepts they explore. With field trips and guest speakers from STEM fields, UVU PREP helps make STEM careers a reality for our students.
UVU PREP is a free STEM summer program, and support from our community partners helps us make this program accessible for all students. Help us make a strong STEM future a reality.
School Community University Partnership (SCUP)
