Weber State University is a public university in Ogden, Utah. It was founded in 1889 as Weber Stake Academy. It is accredited by the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities. The university offers associate, bachelor's, and master's degrees in more than 250 programs. The university has a student body of over 26,000 and a faculty of over 900. The university is known for its programs in education, business, and health professions.