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The University of Utah

Salt Lake City, Utah

The University of Utah, located in Salt Lake City, is the state’s flagship public research institution. With 17 colleges and schools, it offers a diverse range of academic programs, including renowned departments in engineering, business, and health sciences. The campus fosters a vibrant student life, featuring numerous clubs, organizations, and recreational activities. Situated near the Wasatch Mountains, students enjoy access to outdoor adventures like skiing and hiking, blending academic pursuits with an active lifestyle.

Get to know The University of Utah

26,827
Degree-Seeking Undergraduates
Enrolled female students
49%
 
Enrolled male students
51%
 
Gender Ratio
Full-time students
83%
 
Part-time students
17%
 
Full-time to Part-time Ratio
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Retention rate
Full-time faculty
90%
 
Adjuncts
10%
 
Faculty Ratio
18:1
Student/teacher ratio
$8,175
In-state tuition cost
$28,697
Out-of-state tuition cost
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6-year graduation rate
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Acceptance rate

College Highlights

Engaged Students
Great Teaching
Vibrant Communities
Successful Outcomes
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Engaged Students

ENROLLMENT BY ETHNICITY
Non-U.S. Citizen: 9%
Hispanic/Latine: 13%
Black or African American, non-Hispanic: 1%
White, non-Hispanic: 61%
Native/Indigenous American or Alaska Native, non-Hispanic: 0%
Asian, non-Hispanic: 6%
Native Hawaiian or other Pacific Islander, non-Hispanic: 0%
Two or more races, non-Hispanic: 5%
Race and/or ethnicity unknown: 4%

Great Teaching

Vibrant Communities

Successful Outcomes

Admission & Aid

Admission

TEST SCORES
Optional

FRESHMAN PROFILE
SAT Evidence-Based Reading and Writing
25th Percentile: 590 | 75th Percentile: 698
SAT Math
25th Percentile: 590 | 75th Percentile: 700
ACT Composite
25th Percentile: 22 | 75th Percentile: 29
ACT Math
25th Percentile: 7 | 75th Percentile: 8
ACT English
25th Percentile: 21 | 75th Percentile: 30

Tuition & Cost

Tuition (in-state): $8,175
Tuition (out-of-state): $28,697
Fees: $1,140
Room: $6,930
Board: $5,468

Contact The University of Utah

Contact Admissions

admissions.utah.edu

Campus Location

201 Presidents Circle
Salt Lake City, UT 84112

(801) 581-7200

Find The U Online

www.utah.edu

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