Admissions and Test Scores
Acceptance Rate
87.17%
SAT Average
1,231
ACT Range
22-29
University of Utah Acceptance Rate Trend
The current College Scorecard value in this local dataset is 87.17%. This means approximately 872 applicants were admitted per 1,000 who applied, based on the local dataset enrollment of 26,041 undergraduates. Historical year-by-year acceptance rate data will appear here after multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Current dataset
87.17%
Current trend marker with historical import pending
Tuition, Net Price and Aid
| Metric | School value | Context | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Accreditation | Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities | Institutional accreditor where reported | Verify |
| In-state tuition | $9,315 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Out-of-state tuition | $29,837 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Attendance cost | $21,799 | Use with aid and net price | Verify |
| Average net price | $13,172 | State avg: $17,750. National avg: $17,506 | Verify |
| Pell grant rate | 20.10% | Federal need-based grant indicator | Verify |
| Federal loan rate | 21.50% | Share using federal loans | Verify |
What Does University of Utah Cost?
Total cost of attendance vs average net price after grants and aid, based on the local College Scorecard dataset.
Tuition
$29,837
Room and board
$12,398
Books and supplies
$1,100
Other expenses
$7,800
Fees and remainder
$0
Sticker price
$21,799
Average net price
$13,172
Average aid coverage
40%
$8,627 below sticker price on average
What You Pay
Based on available data, the average student at University of Utah pays approximately $13,172 per year after grants and aid. This is below the Utah average of $17,750 and below the national average of $17,506.
How Affordable Is University of Utah?
Average net price after grants and scholarships, compared to Utah and national averages.
University of Utah net price
$13,172
Utah average
$17,750
National average
$17,506
University of Utah Tuition and Net Price Trend
The current imported dataset shows tuition at $29,837 and average net price at $13,172. A multi-year trend chart will appear here after historical College Scorecard release tables are imported.
Current tuition
$29,837
Current net price
$13,172
Current-year comparison is shown now; historical bars will replace this fallback once multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Student Outcomes
Completion Rate (150% Time)
63.91%
Full-time, first-time students completing within 150% of normal time.
10-Year Earnings
$67,170
Undergraduates
26,041
10-Year Median Earnings - University of Utah vs Peers
Median earnings 10 years after enrollment. Source: College Scorecard federal dataset.
University of Utah graduates earn about 1.5x the national average 10 years after enrollment, based on schools with reported earnings data.
Who Attends University of Utah?
Undergraduates
26,041
Completion rate
63.91%
Above national average; national avg: 52.02%
Pell recipients
20.10%
Below national average; national avg: 42.32%
Federal loan rate
21.50%
Below national average; national avg: 40.83%
Completion vs national average
Pell grant recipients
Federal loan usage
Financial Aid
About 20.10% of University of Utah students receive federal Pell grants, indicating the share of students receiving this need-based aid in the local dataset. 21.50% take federal loans, which helps families understand borrowing patterns alongside net price.
Estimate Your Net Price at University of Utah
Select a family income bracket to see the average net price students in that range paid. Data comes from College Scorecard income-bracket averages when available.
Estimated net price for :
This estimate is based on College Scorecard averages for students in this income range who received federal aid. Actual amounts vary. Use University of Utah's official Net Price Calculator for a personalized figure.
Accreditation
University of Utah lists Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities as its accreditor in the local dataset. Institutional accreditation is an important trust signal and can affect federal financial aid eligibility. Accreditation means an external agency has reviewed academic quality and institutional standards, which helps families verify whether federal aid pathways such as Pell grants and federal loans may apply.
Visit AccreditorCampus and Location
University of Utah is listed at 201 Presidents Circle, ROOM 201, Salt Lake City, UT 84112-9008. Accreditor: Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities.
Compare Schools
Compare University of Utah with nationally comparable peer institutions across acceptance rate, tuition, net price and 10-year earnings. Click any school name to open its full profile.
| School | Accept. rate | Out-of-state tuition | Avg net price | 10-yr earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| University of Utah | 87.17% | $29,837 | $13,172 | $67,170 |
| Neumont College of Computer Science | 89.24% | $27,375 | $28,979 | $97,827 |
| Brigham Young University | 69.19% | $6,496 | $14,487 | $75,790 |
| Westminster University | 68.83% | $41,416 | $26,536 | $66,215 |
| Galen Health Institutes-Salt Lake City | Not available | $15,860 | Not available | $61,480 |
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This local cluster focuses on nearby Salt Lake City schools, not national peers. Use it to compare local net price, acceptance rate and enrollment options around Salt Lake City.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is University of Utah's acceptance rate?
University of Utah's acceptance rate in the local dataset is 87.17%.
How much is University of Utah tuition?
University of Utah's out-of-state tuition in the local dataset is $29,837.
What is University of Utah's average net price?
University of Utah's average net price in the local dataset is $13,172.
What is University of Utah's average earnings 10 years after enrollment?
The local dataset reports 10-year median earnings of $67,170 for University of Utah.
Is University of Utah accredited?
University of Utah's accreditor in the local dataset is Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities.
How many students attend University of Utah?
The local dataset lists 26,041 undergraduate students at University of Utah.
What percentage of University of Utah students receive Pell grants?
The Pell grant rate for University of Utah in the local dataset is 20.10%.
What is the federal loan rate at University of Utah?
The federal loan rate for University of Utah in the local dataset is 21.50%.
Where should I verify University of Utah data?
Use this page for comparison, then verify admissions, tuition, net price and student outcomes directly with University of Utah or the latest official federal education data.