DSU Viewbook 2020-2021

DO NOT GO WHERE THE PATH MAY LEAD, GO INSTEAD WHERE THERE IS NO PATH AND LEAVE A TRAIL.”

— RALPH WALDO EMERSON

VALUE ACTIVE EDUCATION DESTINATION INNOVATION

COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT PREPARATION TRADITION

of students are offered scholarships, grants, or other financial aid

NCAA Division I teams 16

85 STUDENT CLUBS

IDENTITY

MASCOT

Student Body

11,193 STUDENTS* *Based on Fall 2019 enrollment numbers

43% MALE

57% FEMALE

82%

21% MINORITY

180+ INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS

18% IN-STATE STUDENTS

OUT-OF-STATE STUDENTS

DSU ACADEMIC DEGREES

MASTER’S DEGREES

Master of Accountancy

Master of Athletic Training

BACHELOR’S DEGREES

Accounting

Applied and Computational Math

Actuarial Science

Scientific Computing

Data Analytics

Applied Sociology*

Art*

3D/Sculpture/Ceramics

Art Education

Entertainment, Arts & Animation

Painting/Drawing/Illustration

Photography/Digital Imagery

Bioinformatics

Biology*

Biology Education

Biological Sciences

Biomedical Sciences

Natural Sciences

Biology with Integrated Science

Biology Education

Chemistry*

Communication Studies*

Applied Leadership Health Communication

Organization and Leadership

Computer & Information Technology

Software Development*

Web Design & Development

Computer Engineering

Computer Science*

Criminal Justice*

Criminology

Digital Defense & Security

Dance*

Dental Hygiene

Design

Digital Design*

Graphic Design

Interaction Design

Digital Film*

Earth, Energy and Environmental Science Environmental Science

Geoscience

Electrical Engineering

Elementary Education

English*

Creative Writing

Professional and Technical Writing

English Education

Literary Studies

Master of Marriage & Family Therapy

Master of Technical Writing & Digital Rhetoric

Exercise Science

Pre-Occupational Therapy

Pre-Physical Therapy

Pre-Athletic Training

Finance

Health Administration

History*

History and Social Science Teaching

Individualized Studies

Information Systems & Analytics

Information Technology*

Integrated Studies

Management*

Management Information Systems

Marketing*

Mathematics*

Mathematics Education

Mechanical Engineering

Media Studies*

Media Production

Multimedia Journalism

Public Relations

Medical Laboratory Science

Molecular Biology-Biochemistry

Music*

Music Education

Music Performance

Nursing

Physical Science Composite Teaching

Population Health

Health Care Administration*

Long Term Care Administration*

Public Health*

Psychology*

Recreation and Sport Management*

Sport Management

Corporate Recreation & Wellness

Experience Industry Management

Respiratory Therapy

Software Engineering

Spanish*

Spanish-Secondary Education

Studio Art

Theatre*

Theatre Education*

Pathways to the medical professions such as medicine, dentistry, pharmacy, physical/occupational therapy and others are found in Biology, Chemistry, and Exercise Science. Ask your academic advisor for details. Make an appointment at advisement.dixie.edu/advisors.

ASSOCIATE DEGREES

Criminal Justice

Early Childhood Education

Earth & Environmental Sciences

Environmental Science

Geoscience

Emergency Medical Services

General Studies

General Technology: Business

CERTIFICATES & ENDORSEMENTS

Advanced Emergency Medical Technician

Art: Photography/Digital Imaging

Biotechnology

Computing Fundamentals

Cryptography I

Cryptography II

Data Analytics

Design

Emergency Medical Technician (EMT)

Entrepreneurship

General Education

Gerontology

Health Communication

Information Technology

Maker Certificate (Engineering)

General Technology: Design

General Technology: Information Technology

Management

Medical Radiography

Physical Therapist Assistant

Pre-Engineering (APE)

Surgical Technology

Media Production

Mediation

Modeling and Simulation

Multimedia Journalism

Nurse Assistant (CNA)

Paramedic

Phlebotomy

Piano Pedagogy

Professional Writing

Retail Management

Social Media

Social Research Methods

Strategic Communication

Sustainability

CRAIG & MAUREEN BOOTH HONORS PROGRAM

Apply for the Craig & Maureen Booth Honors Program and join our most talented and motived students who want to explore, grow, and excel. Honors students benefit from priority registration, exclusive scholarships and travel grants, unique research opportunities, and more. Visit honors.dixie.edu to apply.

*An emphasis in this program is available to fulfill the requirements for the Bachelor of Arts/Science in Integrated Studies. For a full list of academic programs, including minors, visit catalog.dixie.edu/programs.

A WINNING COMBINATION: QUALITY EDUCATION & AFFORDABILITY

Your success is key to our success. We get this. So, when you become part of our premier open-enrollment teaching institution, we’ll make your learning our top priority. With more than 200 academic programs to choose from at one of the lowest tuition costs in the Western United States, Dixie State will prepare you for the career of your dreams.

#1 Utah’s most affordable university tuition

#5 CNBC’s Top Ten Most Affordable Small Colleges nationwide

#6 Best Regional Public Colleges in the West – U.S. News & World Report

#25 Overall Regional College in the West – U.S. News & World Report

#5 Best U.S. Colleges for graduating with low to no student debt

87% Senior students rated their DSU experience as excellent or good #1 Voted the “Best of Southern Utah” among 6 esteemed institutions

EXPERIENCE MORE.

At Dixie State, you’ll have hands-on, active learning opportunities in small classes with skilled professors who know your name.

Average class size = 20

DSU is a teaching institution, so professors’ major focus is teaching

21:1

Student–faculty ratio

BE AN ACTIVE LEARNER AT DSU.

Create and submit your own film or be part of the selection process for DOCUTAH, DSU’s International Documentary Film Festival.

Learn cutting-edge surgical techniques in DSU’s mock operating room while preparing to assist in real surgeries during clinical rotations.

Host your own show on Radio Dixie or become a multimedia journalist with Dixie Sun News.

Manage a $200,000 portfolio as part of the Student-Managed Investment Fund.

Extract evidence from electronic devices in the Digital Forensics Crime Lab.

“The mentors I’ve had here have taught me to be resilient, to reach my goals, and to accept nothing less than my full potential.”

KAYLYN FULTON, DANCE & BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION GRADUATE Mooresville, NC Class of 2020

THIS IS GREATER ZION. NO PHOTOSHOP REQUIRED.

Dixie State University sits in the heart of Greater Zion — home to more than 2,400 square miles of adventure and inspiration. Once you experience this world-renowned destination, you’ll never want to leave.

rd3 Safe Campus rated DSU Police third in the nation

St. George was voted Best City in Utah

St. George is among the fastest growing cities in America top 10

Annual days of sunshine: 300

Average high temperature: 77° F

Average annual snowfall: 0 inches

ADVENTURE AWAITS

INSPIRE GREATER. EXPERIENCE GREATER. LIVE GREATER.

greaterzion.com/things-to-do-in-greater-zion

GREATER ZION IS HOME TO:

More than 300 miles of mountain biking trails

1,439 rock climbing and bouldering routes

Tuacahn Center for the Arts

IRONMAN races — IRONMAN North American Pro Campionship in 2020 and IRONMAN 70.3 World Championship in 2021

13 golf courses in a 20-mile radius

UNPARALLELED

ATTRACTIONS

ARE JUST A SHORT DRIVE AWAY

Zion National Park — 50 minutes

Bryce Canyon National Park — 2 hours

Snow Canyon State Park — 20 minutes

Quail Creek State Park — 15 minutes

Sand Hollow State Park — 25 minutes

Gunlock Reservoir — 40 minutes

NO GEAR? NO PROBLEM!

DSU’s Outdoor Adventure Center rents recreational equipment at a discounted cost for students’ personal use. Check it out at recreation.dixie.edu/outdoor-rec.

IT’S WHAT WE’RE MADE OF.

We are leaders who challenge the status quo. We are pioneers on the cutting-edge of business, health science, technology, and more.

ATWOOD INNOVATION PLAZA

DSU’s 55,000-square-foot entrepreneurship center offers resources for innovating and growing businesses.

114 patents have been filed through the center, with 48 granted.

The plaza’s Makerspace includes 3D printers, laser cutters/engravers, professional printing and vinyl cutting, and more.

More than 40 DSU student interns are working on patents and business models.

BE ANYTHING BUT ORDINARY.

Combine your grit and determination with our state-ofthe-art resources and you’ll discover endless possibilities.

Produce an animated short film through the Entertainment Arts & Animation program to prepare for a career in the gaming or film animation industries.

Elevate yourself through an Aerial Dance Technique class, taking advantage of a unique experience only offered at a dozen colleges nationwide.

Analyze human movement to help athletes improve their game with the Exercise Science program’s Motion Capture System.

SERVING TODAY. BUILDING TOMORROW.

As part of Trailblazer Nation, you’ll be able to make lasting changes and meaningful connections through service, leadership, and civic engagement.

Physical Therapist Assistant students build battery-operated toy cars to help local children with disabilities be mobile.

Dental Hygiene students give children much-needed dental services as part of the Utah Give Kids a Smile event.

Join other students, faculty, staff, and alumni board members who give more than 250,000 hours of service to the community by participating in more than 150 service projects each year.

Visit DSU’s Trailblazer Engagement Center for service opportunities at academics.dixie.edu/trailblazer-engagement-center.

YOU’RE BUILT FOR SUCCESS.

Finishing your degree at DSU is just the beginning of the endless possibilities awaiting you. We are dedicated to making graduation day a key step on your way to a rewarding career and fulfilling life.

SOME OF OUR GRADUATES HAVE GONE ON TO WORK FOR:

Amazon

Pinterest Disney Goldman Sachs

Utah Jazz

SkyWest Ernst & Young CBIZ, Inc. Enterprise Weave

“I have my dream job working for my dream company. Dixie was a huge contributor in my success at getting to IBM, one of the leading companies in the technology industry and business.”

KAYLEE GODFREY, PROJECT MANAGER, IBM Business Administration Graduate Walnut Creek, CA Class of 2019

95% of DSU graduates are employed or entering graduate school or the military within six months of graduation.

Gain access to more than 35,000 jobs and internships nationally each year through Handshake, an online career network for college students and recent grads.

YOU WON’T JUST LEAVE WITH A DEGREE — YOU’LL LEAVE READY FOR A CAREER.

Free support from DSU’s Career Services helps transform college students into career-ready professionals who are prepared to enter the real world successfully.

Connect with more than 9,500 employers through Career Services at career.dixie.edu.

During the 2019-20 school year, 2,119 DSU students participated in internships relevant to their field of study for credit. Examples of internship providers include:

Disney Scientific Games

NASA

Capitol One Intermountain Healthcare State Bank of Southern Utah

Cherry Creek Media

Root for Kids

Hinton Burdick

“Choosing to come to Dixie State has given me so many opportunities to grow. I feel like it’s small enough to offer opportunities that are accessible, hands-on, and real.”

BRETT HAVERTZ MATHEMATICS MAJOR

Select DSU students get to work on cutting-edge research in cancer genetics and biochemistry at Stanford and Johns Hopkins summer research internships.

Dixie State accounting students rank the highest among all public universities in the state of Utah based on their average CPA test scores.

Dixie State University’s Elementary Education program was rated among the top 15 in the country by the National Council on Teacher Quality for its strong commitment to evidence-based reading instruction.

100% of the Surgical Technology, Dental Hygiene, Respiratory Therapy, and Medical Radiography graduates pass their national credentialing exams on the first attempt.

TRADITION

ROCK SOLID SINCE 1911.

Dixie State University stands on the original encampment site of St. George’s early settlers. That’s why throughout campus and the community, you’ll experience DSU’s rich tradition of grit, sacrifice, and unity that epitomize the Trailblazing spirit today.

BEFORE YOU GRADUATE

Whitewash the D on the Hill

Compete in The Great Race

Write a memory in the “Cloud” art installation

March in the Homecoming Parade

Climb to the top of Dixie Rock

Snap a photo with the Brooks the Bison statue

YOUR TRAIL STARTS HERE.

On DSU’s campus you’ll have everything you need for the college experience you’ve always dreamed about.

ATWOOD INNOVATION PLAZA

Featuring the largest public makerspace in Southern Utah, this facility will meet all your entrepreneurial needs with the resources to incubate your ideas as well as design, create, and launch your business’ products.

GREATER ZION STADIUM

Catch football, soccer, and track events here, while cheering from the Stampede student section to support your fellow Trailblazers.

all home games throughout the year.

HUMAN PERFORMANCE CENTER

Jump off the high dive, scale the 65-foot rock wall, play basketball or rooftop pickleball, and stay in shape at this new building filled with fitness equipment, an Olympic-size pool, and state-ofthe-art academic labs.

CENTENNIAL

A one-stop shop for student success services, including Career Services, Financial Aid, Academic Advisement, the Library, and other key resources to help you through each semester.

M. ANTHONY BURNS ARENA

Cheer on Trailblazer basketball here at

JEFFERY R. HOLLAND

COMMONS

KENNETH N. GARDNER STUDENT CENTER

Load up on swag, snacks, and plenty of laughs at this central student spot. Located in the heart of campus, you’ll find Chick-fil-A, Subway, Pizza Hut and other food options here. You’ll also find the Campus Store for all your needed textbooks and school supplies.

ENCAMPMENT MALL

Cross the Diagonal to class, hit up the sand volleyball courts, and attend outdoor events all while living #thedixielife.

STUDENT HOUSING

DSU’s on-campus housing is a safe, convenient space for you to live, learn and get involved while you focus on all that DSU has to offer.

NORTH PLAZA

This is where you’ll ace your tests after long study sessions. You’ll also find the Community & Global Engagement Division, where you can learn about study abroad programs.

BOOTH WELLNESS CENTER

Because your health and wellness are a priority, you can come here for your medical and brief mental health needs free of charge.

With DSU’s unbeatable student-life opportunities, you can fully immerse yourself in The Dixie Life!

Living #TheDixieLife means getting involved, exploring new things, meeting great friends, and making memories that last a lifetime. Whatever you’re into, we’ve got you covered.

Attend Wednes“D” night free events like Casino Night, Dixiefest, the Drive-In Movie, and more hosted by the student association every week.

Cheer on your fellow Trailblazers at Dixie State Athletics home games for free – and be sure to sit in The Stampede student section.

Join more than 3,000 students who participate in DSU Intramural Sports each year. We’re among the top 50 best intramural programs in the nation with more than 40 events annually in flag football, soccer, basketball, volleyball, softball, and more.

ELEVATING OUR GAME.

Dixie State Athletics is excited to now compete at the NCAA Division I level in the Western Athletic Conference. Join us and cheer on the Trailblazers all season long.

MEN’S SPORTS WOMEN’S SPORTS

Baseball

Basketball

Cross Country

Football

Golf Soccer

Tennis

MASCOT BROOKS THE BISON

Basketball

Cross Country

Distance Track

Golf Soccer

Softball

Swimming

Tennis

Volleyball

DSU’S RECENT CHAMPIONSHIPS

Women’s Soccer – 2019 NCAA South Central Regional Champions/Elite 8 Appearance

Men’s Basketball – 2019-20 RMAC Regular Season Champions

Men’s Golf – 2019 NCAA South Central/West Regional Champions

Women’s Tennis – 2019 RMAC Tournament Champions

Softball – 2019 RMAC Tournament Champions

RECENT NCAA REGIONAL TOURNAMENT APPEARANCES

Men’s Golf – 11 straight appearances

Softball – 11 straight appearances

Men’s Basketball – Nine appearances in 14 years

Women’s Volleyball – Four appearances in seven years

Women’s Soccer – 2019 appearance

Men’s and Women’s Cross Country – Eight appearances in 10 years

#DixieBlazers

Get the full college experience and meet your future best friends by living on campus at one of our four residence halls.

Campus View Suites

Abby Apartments

Chancellor Apartments Nisson Towers

Make DSU’s Campus View Suites your new home away from home. Overlooking the DSU campus, this facility accommodates 350+ students and features game rooms, sand volleyball courts, a barbecue area, community kitchens, nearby basketball courts, and a fitness room. Plus, you can grab a burger, pizza, or coffee at Brooks’ Stop, a grill and market, just out front.

CAMPUS VIEW SUITES ROOM LAYOUT

Whether you choose to share a room or request a single, Campus View Suites living spaces include a kitchenette, two bathrooms, and a shared living area that’s perfect for studying or hanging out with friends.

VISIT & APPLY

CAMPUS TOURS & DSU PREVIEW

An essential piece of your college decision-making process is exploring campus. There are several formats available to you depending on the experience you are looking for. We offer daily personalized campus tours, with both in-person and virtual options.

We also offer a weekend experience called DSU Preview, which gives you the opportunity to learn more about academic programs and opportunities while experiencing #TheDixieLife firsthand.

Schedule your own personalized campus tour or register for a DSU Preview at dixie.edu/visitcampus.

DSU PREVIEW DATES

October 3, 2020

November 7, 2020

February 12-13, 2020

March 19-20, 2020

STEPS TO ADMISSION

Once you know DSU is the right school for you, it’s time to apply! Here’s what you need to know:

FIRST-YEAR STUDENTS TRANSFER STUDENTS

1.

1. Complete the application Complete the application at dixie.edu

at dixie.edu

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2. Pay the $35 application fee Pay the $35 application fee

3.

Submit your official high school transcript Submit your official college transcript Submit ACT, SAT, or Accuplacer scores

PAYING FOR COLLEGE

DSU is the most affordable university in Utah and one of the most affordable in the U.S. Below are our total costs per semester for the 2020-2021 academic year.*

SCHOLARSHIPS & FINANCIAL AID

QUALITY EDUCATION YOU CAN AFFORD.

ACADEMIC SCHOLARSHIPS

All students admitted before March 1 are automatically considered for academic scholarships. The admission application also serves as the scholarship application. Scholarships are awarded based on the following index score logic: (Cumulative high school unweighted GPA times 10) plus (the composite ACT score). Example: (3.4 GPA x 10) + (20 ACT) = 54. Use this formula to find your scholarship eligibility in the table below.

Freshman Resident Academic Scholarships

2021 – 22 Resident Scholarships

Amounts are subject to change

Freshman Non-Resident Academic Scholarships

2021 – 22 Non-Resident Scholarships

Amounts are subject to change To convert SAT score to ACT equivalent, go to go.dixie.edu/non-resident-application.

Other Scholarships

For a full list of scholarships available to DSU students visit: scholarships.dixie.edu.

of students are offered scholarships, grants, or other financial aid

Transfer Academic Scholarships

All transfer students admitted before July 1 for the fall semester and December 1 for the spring semester are automatically considered for academic scholarships. The admissions application also serves as the scholarship application.

UTAH Scholarship Pays Full base tuition 75% base tuition 50% base tuition 25% base tuition

Scholarship Transfer I Transfer II Transfer III Transfer IV

Scholarship Presidential University Full Merit Founders

Non-Resident Tuition Waivers

Student Pays No tuition 50% of the current resident tuition Current resident tuition 125% in-state tuition

Duration 4 semesters 4 semesters 4 semesters 4 semesters

Duration 4 semesters 4 semesters 4 semesters 4 semesters NON-RESIDENT TRANSFER SCHOLARSHIPS College GPA 3.80 & Above 3.50-3.79 3.20-3.49 3.00-3.19

Western Undergraduate Exchange (W.U.E.) Waiver

Good Neighbor Program

Dixie Half Merit Waiver

Dixie Red Rocks Waiver

“I have met my very best friends here and I could not imagine how different my life would be had I attended somewhere else! I got the best scholarship down here too so that was a major plus.”

ANNIE BAILEY

Elementary Education Major West Valley

City, UT

THE ONLY PERSON YOU ARE DESTINED TO BECOME IS THE PERSON YOU DECIDE TO BE.”

— RALPH WALDO EMERSON