Utah Tech University and UCCU Partner to Empower Students Through Financial Wellness
Utah Community Credit Union (UCCU) is proud to announce a transformative long-term $7 million partnership with Utah Tech University (UT). This collaboration is built to expand educational opportunity, enhance financial wellness, and strengthen the southern Utah community.
This long-term partnership will bring UCCU’s award-winning financial education and services directly to campus. As a result, every Utah Tech student will have the tools and support needed to build a confident financial future.
A Shared Mission: Education That Empowers
At its core, this partnership reflects a shared belief between UCCU and Utah Tech University. It asserts that education is most powerful when paired with real-world financial confidence.
As UCCU President and CEO Justin Olson shared, “UCCU was born out of higher education—and this partnership represents our ongoing commitment to helping students succeed not only in school, but in life. By working together with Utah Tech, we can empower a new generation to thrive financially and contribute meaningfully to their communities.”
UCCU’s presence on campus will make financial literacy more accessible than ever before. This is achieved through workshops, one-on-one consultations, and modern banking tools tailored to students’ needs.
Bringing Financial Wellness to Campus
A centerpiece of the collaboration will be the new UCCU Financial Wellness Center, located in the heart of Utah Tech’s campus. The center will offer students personalized guidance on budgeting, building credit, managing debt, and planning for the future.
Students will also gain access to free educational programs, interactive financial challenges, and digital resources designed to make learning about money engaging and practical.
In addition, UCCU will open a full-service branch within Utah Tech’s student housing district. This will make it easy for students to manage their finances where they live, study, and work.
Supporting Growth at Utah Tech University
This partnership arrives at a pivotal moment for Utah Tech University. It continues to expand its programs and student population under the leadership of President Shane B. Smeed.
Together, UCCU and Utah Tech are committed to creating a thriving environment that fosters learning, innovation, and community connection. The $7 million investment will support campus initiatives that enhance student life. It will also promote educational excellence and extend resources to the greater St. George area.
Building a Brighter Financial Future
UCCU’s partnership with Utah Tech is more than a sponsorship. It’s a commitment to the future of southern Utah. By integrating financial education into the student experience, UCCU is helping thousands of students develop lifelong money-management skills and habits that lead to financial success.
For nearly 70 years, UCCU has been a trusted partner in education, serving students and families across Utah Valley and beyond. Now, that same mission continues at Utah Tech—with the shared vision of empowering students to dream big, plan wisely, and live better.
About UCCU
Utah Community Credit Union is a not-for-profit financial cooperative serving over 250,000 members across Utah. Founded on the principles of community and education, UCCU provides affordable financial services, innovative digital tools, and award-winning financial literacy programs to help individuals and families achieve their goals.
To learn more, visit uccu.com/utahtech.