Rocky Vista University is a private, for-profit medical school founded in 2006. It operates across four locations in the western United States: Englewood and Parker in Colorado, Ivins in Utah, and Billings in Montana. The institution focuses on healthcare education and is part of the higher education and medical education sectors.
The university offers several graduate and professional degree programs through its colleges. These include the Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) via the College of Osteopathic Medicine (RVUCOM), the Master of Physician Assistant Studies (MPAS), the Master of Science in Biomedical Sciences (MSBS), the Master of Medical Sciences (MMS), and the Doctor of Nurse Anesthesia Practice (DNAP). A Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) program is currently proposed and in development.
Rocky Vista University emphasizes training healthcare professionals dedicated to holistic, patient-centered care. Its educational approach includes a focus on research, clinical education, and community service. The institution is recognized as a Comprehensive Accredited Education Institute (AEI) by the American College of Surgeons.
