Short answer: The Arise Society runs a young adult autism program in Orem, Utah, right next to Utah Valley University. Students live in supported apartments, attend real college classes, and get daily mentor support, while UVU’s own autism and accessibility resources back up the academic side.
- The Arise Society is located in Orem, Utah, directly next to Utah Valley University.
- UVU runs the Melisa Nellesen Center for Autism, a dedicated resource for autistic students on campus.
- UVU Accessibility Services lists Autism Spectrum Disorder as a qualifying condition for academic accommodations.
- Students at Arise live in supported apartments and attend real UVU classes with daily mentor support.
Why Utah Works Well for Autistic Young Adults
Utah offers a combination that’s hard to find elsewhere: a major university with dedicated autism resources, an outdoor environment for recovery and recreation, and a program built specifically around real-world independence.
A University With Real Autism Resources
Utah Valley University runs the Melisa Nellesen Center for Autism, a campus resource focused on quality of life for autistic students. UVU’s Accessibility Services also lists Autism Spectrum Disorder as a qualifying condition for academic accommodations, which means students can access support built specifically around their needs.
A Setting Built for Recovery and Growth
Orem sits at the base of Mount Timpanogos, about 45 minutes from Salt Lake City and 30 to 45 minutes from hiking, biking, skiing, and other outdoor recreation. That access matters for young adults building confidence outside of screens and isolation.
The Arise Society in Orem, Utah
The Arise Society is located at 1353 S 460 W, Orem, UT 84058, directly across from Utah Valley University. You can reach our team at (801) 300-9995.
What Makes Our Program Different
Students live in their own supported apartment, attend real UVU classes, and get mentor support around the clock. Learn more about our autism treatment for adults and what to look for in programs for autistic young adults.
Getting Started
If you’re considering a program for your autistic young adult in Utah, the clearest next step is a conversation with our admissions team. We can walk you through what a day in the program looks like and whether it fits your student’s needs.
Frequently Asked Questions
The Arise Society runs a young adult autism program in Orem, Utah, located directly across from Utah Valley University.
Yes. UVU’s Accessibility Services lists Autism Spectrum Disorder as a qualifying condition, and the university also runs the Melisa Nellesen Center for Autism to support autistic students on campus.
Students live in supported apartments, attend real college classes, and get daily mentor support, all within a short walk of campus.
Yes. Orem sits about 45 minutes south of Salt Lake City, making it accessible for families flying in from out of state.
Want to see the Orem campus and program in person? Book a tour or talk with our admissions team.