STUDY HOSPITALITY MANAGEMENT WHILE WORKING IN THE MOUNTAIN RESORT TOWN OF PARK CITY, UTAH
WHAT
The Wasatch Resort Management (WARM) program by Utah Valley University is a truly unique experiential learning pathway toward building a successful career in the dynamic world of hospitality. Live, learn, work and play in beautiful Park City, Utah.
Gain valuable professional skills at luxury mountain resorts while learning in small classroom environments with experienced professors at UVU's beautiful Wasatch Campus in Heber Valley. At the end of the 5-semester WARM program you will graduate with a hotel-track bachelor's degree, have lasting friendships with fellow students, present a powerful resume, and a develop a network of industry contacts. Check out a summary of the WARM study-work structure and curriculum here.
WHO
Are you eligible for the amazing WARM study-work program? We are currently looking for university students who are in one of the following academic categories and can transfer to WARM:
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You have completed (or will soon complete) all your general education credits at an accredited university or college.
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You have earned (or will soon earn) an associate degree in any major at any accredited university or college.
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You have earned (or will soon earn) a bachelor's degree in any major at any accredited university or college.
WARM is designed as a program for juniors and seniors who have already completed their first and second years of college in any major of study. New university students who have not finished their general education credits should apply as a new undergraduate to Utah Valley University here.​
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Both domestic US and international transfer students are invited to apply to WARM. International students must demonstrate English proficiency by submitting a TOEFL score of 66 or higher; iBT or IELTS 6.0 or higher; or Duolingo 100 or higher. The English proficiency requirement is waived if the student graduated from an English-speaking college.
Admitted international students are required to obtain an F1 visa for the duration of the program. Most F1 students can qualify for up to 12 months of employment after graduation under the terms of Optional Practical Training. In some situations, a J1 visa may be issued for those currently studying under a J1, but the 20-month WARM program must be completed within the J1 visa's total 5 year limit.
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COST
Total tuition for the entire 5-semester program is $17,700 for Utah residents and $25,075 for non-residents. Students who work for a hotel partner may be eligible to receive up to $1,000 in tuition reimbursement benefit each semester from their employer. Students in the WARM program can qualify for the financial aid available to all undergraduate UVU students (may not be available for international students). For information on financial aid eligibility visit UVU’s financial aid page.
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WARM’s resort partners pay students a minimum of $16 per hour after tips. Students could earn more depending on the property, the student’s position, prior work experience, and time in the program. In fact, the average wage is about $25 per hour!
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All of this means you can pay for your tuition and living expenses with your internship wages and graduate with no debt!
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We know housing and transportation are important topics. The most convenient apartments are at Wasatch Commons, located a half a mile from campus. Another popular apartment complex is Wing Pointe Apartments. The monthly rent for a one bedroom apartment typically ranges from $1,400 to $1,700. Many students rent housing together. The WARM program director can provide information and guidance about housing resources, including connecting you with existing and prospective students who are looking for roommates. The Park City/Heber region is large enough that you will need a personal car to get around. KSL Classifieds is a great place to begin a search for a used autmobile.
HOW
If you are interested in joining the WARM program (and we hope you are), you can begin the process by submitting a pre-application form by clicking the button below. Just complete the simple form to tell us more about yourself and your plans, and we will respond as quickly as possible to help guide you through the official WARM application process (application deadlines for the Fall 2024 program: Domestic transfer student August 1, 2024; International transfer student July 1, 2024). Another option is to fill out the Contact form below to send us a message.
Want to get a few more details about WARM? Take a few minutes to watch a recent online information session where we talked through the program details, transfer process, tuition, and many other important items.
THIS WEBSITE IS PRESENTED BY THE COMPASS SCHOLARS NETWORK, THE AUTHORIZED RECRUITING REPRESENTATIVE OF THE UVU WASATCH RESORT MANAGEMENT PROGRAM
