Overview
Enrollment
Best Colleges Rank
| Location | Salt Lake City, Utah |
| Online | utah.edu |
| School Type | Public 4 Year |
| Setting | Midsize City |
| Size | Large |
| Status | Non-profit |
| On Campus Housing | Yes |
| Level of Study | Undergrad/Graduate |
The University of Utah occupies a 1,535-acre campus in Salt Lake City, nestled at the foothills of the Wasatch Mountains and adjacent to Research Park, a major technology and research complex. Founded in 1850 as Deseret University, it stands as the state's flagship public institution and combines a mix of historical and modern architecture throughout its urban campus. The university maintains selective admission standards and is recognized for its programs in computer science, biomedical engineering, and entertainment arts, along with its School of Medicine, which operates the region's only academic medical center. Students can choose from various housing options across three residential areas on campus, while the university competes in the Pac-12 Conference, with its ski team holding multiple national championships. Salt Lake City's metropolitan location provides students access to both outdoor recreation opportunities and urban amenities, with seven ski resorts within an hour's drive of campus.
Ratings
Overall
Academics
Resources
Outcomes
Value
Utah is rated within the top 33% of four-year colleges nationally and earns a CollegeSimply grade of 7 out of 10. Learn how ratings are calculated
Rankings
Rankings for University of Utah within the 2025 CollegeSimply Best Colleges Lists.
#240 in Best Colleges in the U.S.
#59 in Best Public Colleges in the U.S.
#3 in Best Colleges in Utah
#1 in Best Public Colleges in Utah
#106 in Best Value Colleges in the U.S.
#1 in Best Value Colleges in Utah
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Getting In
Admission Standards
| SAT | 1180/1398 |
| ACT | 22/29 |
| GPA | 3.64 |
Applications Accepted
| Applications Due | Apr 1, 2025 |
| Applicant Competition | Very Low |
| Application Fee | $55 |
Annual Cost to Attend
Utah Resident Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,100 |
| Other Fees | $1,140 |
| Room and Board | $12,398 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $7,800 |
| Total One Year Cost | $30,613 |
Out of State Resident Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,100 |
| Other Fees | $1,140 |
| Room and Board | $12,398 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $7,800 |
| Total One Year Cost | $51,135 |
Outcomes
Average Salary After 10 Years
Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
Popular Areas of Study
| Subject | Percent of Class |
|---|---|
| Social Sciences | 17% |
| Business | 13% |
| Communication | 9% |
| Health Professions | 8% |
| Engineering | 7% |
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Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=230764 IPEDS survey data for University of Utah.
Current students may use the University of Utah GPA calculator to determine their current college GPA.
Last updated February 24, 2025