[5] The university's parent organization, Zovio, is a for-profit higher education company based in San Diego, California.

The university offers Master of Arts degree in Human Services, Organizational Development and Leadership, Psychology, Education, and Counseling.

[7] The university was also granted Category I status as a degree-granting institution by the Colorado Commission on Higher Education (CCHE).

[12] Golden Key International Honour Society recognizes academic excellence and encourages scholastic achievement among college students across all disciplines.

[13] Diversity awards and recognitions include: University of the Rockies Press published and disseminated books on clinical psychology, religion and spirituality, business and organizational leadership, and health and well-being.

[25] The university and its employees supported several volunteer efforts in the community and partnered with the American Red Cross of the Colorado/Wyoming Region,[26] Book Trust,[27] Boys and Girls Clubs of Metro Denver,[28] Brain Tumor Alliance,[29] Junior Achievement, and Mi Casa.