responsive image

University of Utah

About University of Utah

Institution of Utah is a public research university in Salt Lake City, Utah, United States. This university, as Utah's flagship institution, provides over a hundred undergraduate majors and more than 92 graduate degree programmes. With'selective, higher transfer-in admissions,' this university has been named among the 'Doctoral Universities - Very High Research Activity.'

The University of Utah began as the University of Deseret in 1850. Due to a lack of money and feeder schools, it was forced to close. In 1867, it was re-established, and in 1892, it was renamed the University of Utah. During the early twentieth century, the university experienced tremendous expansion. During the 2002 Winter Olympics, this university served as the Olympic Village and hosted the opening and closing ceremonies.

The University of Utah has 17 colleges and schools in the areas of architecture + planning, business, cultural & social transformation, dentistry, education, engineering, fine arts, health, honours college, humanities, law, medicine, mines & earth sciences, nursing, pharmacy, science, social & behavioural science, and social work, spread out over 1,534 acres. It contains about 100 academic departments and a number of multidisciplinary academic programmes.

This university has a component called the University of Utah Health, which employs about 14,000 people. It is one of Utah's major employers, contributing millions of dollars in tax income to the state each year. It is Utah's first university-based health-care facility.

Its College of Fine Arts contains five academic areas and three professional arts organisations. Every year, it features a variety of skits, theatrical performances, artistic exhibits, fascinating concerts, offbeat film screenings, and opportunities to speak with local and foreign artists. This university places a high priority on the commercialization of its research. The University of Utah received $547 million in 2019 for their research spending approach. Furthermore, this university created 211.8 million dollars in licencing revenue and 69 new businesses. Students at the University of Utah can choose from a variety of majors, minors, certifications, BA, BS, BFA/BMUS, BSW, and Honors programmes.

University of Utah Rankings

  • #101-150 Universities Rankings - ARWU (Shanghai Ranking) 2020
  • #333 World University Ranking - QS 2021
  • #201-250 University Ranking - THE (Times Higher Education) 2021
  • #142 Global Universities - US News & World Report 2021
  • #97 National University Ranking- US News & World Report 2021

The University of Utah Tuition Fees

Courses Duration Tuition Fees
MBA (1 Courses) 21 month USD 53127
Engineering (3 Courses) 2 Year - 4 Year USD 22472 - USD 31810
Science (2 Courses) 4 year USD 24276 - USD 31810
Arts (6 Courses) 4 year USD 31810
Banking & Finance (2 Courses) 1 Year - 4 Year USD 25929 - USD 51500

The University of Utah Entry Requirements

Courses Exam
Arts TOEFL , IELTS
Banking & Finance IELTS , TOEFL , SAT , GMAT
Engineering TOEFL , IELTS , GRE , SAT
MBA GMAT , GRE , IELTS , TOEFL
Science TOEFL , IELTS , SAT , PTE

SAT Requirements & Average SAT Score

SAT Range : 1143-1380

Applicants Submitting SAT - 25%

SAT Reading 25th 573
SAT Math 25th 570
SAT Composite 25th 1143
SAT Reading 75th 680
SAT Math 75th 700
SAT Composite 75th 1380
Average SAT Score 1260

ACT Requirements & Average ACT Score

ACT Range : 22-29 

Applicants Submitting ACT - 83%

ACT Reading 25th 22
ACT Math 25th 22
ACT Composite 25th 22
ACT Reading 75th 31
ACT Math 75th 28
ACT Composite 75th 29
Average ACT Score 25

University of Utah International Student Admissions

Application portal: If you want to apply to the University of Utah, you must use the Common Application.

Application fee: 65 USD

This fee is non-refundable, and it cannot be waived off for international applicants.

Basic Admission Requirements:

  • Official transcripts along with English translations.
  • Scores of Entrance Exams to study in the USA.
  • English language proficiency
  • Letters of recommendation.
  • Statement of purpose.
  • Resume or CV.
  • Immigration documents for the visa.

English Proficiency Test Scores

You must provide proof of English proficiency if you are not a citizen of an English-speaking country or if you are a citizen of Australia, Canada (excluding Quebec), Ireland, New Zealand, or the United Kingdom. To demonstrate your English abilities, you may provide any of the following.

Tests Accepted Minimum scores for Undergraduates Minimum Scores for Graduates
TOEFL (iBT) 80 80
IELTS 6.5 6.5
SAT (reading score) 27 Not applicable
ACT (English score) 18 Not applicable

University of Utah Highlights

Type of institute Public
Year of establishment 1850
Acceptance rate 66.2%
Application portal Common application
Application fee for international applicants 65 USD
Intake seasons Spring, Summer, Fall
Official website https://www.utah.edu/

University of Utah Annual Cost to Attend

Fee Cost
Utah Resident Tuition $7,412
Books and Supplies $996
Other Fees $1,203
Room and Board $10,684
Budget for Other Expenses $3,574
Total One Year Cost $23,869
Fee Cost
Out of State Resident Tuition $26,017
Books and Supplies $996
Other Fees $1,203
Room and Board $10,684
Budget for Other Expenses $3,574
Total One Year Cost $42,474

Know more about Studying in USA

Tuition Fees in USA (1st Year Average) BE/Btech: USD 28300 | MS: USD 22693 | BBA: USD 26616 | MBA: USD 29558 | BSc: USD 29418 | MA: USD 20452 | MIS: USD 22133 | MFin: USD 37683 | MEng: USD 29558 | MIM: USD 35301 | MEM: USD 23254 | MArch: USD 34741 | MFA: USD 28857 | BHM: USD 27176
Average Accomodation & Food Costs in USA USD 700 to 1000 Per Month
Entrance Exams in USA TOEFL: 86 | IELTS: 6.5 | PTE: 60 | GRE: 309 | GMAT: 560 | SAT: 1177
Work and Study in USA Permitted for 20 hours/week with a valid study permit. Know More
Post Study Work Permit in USA One to Two Years after graduation depending on the course.
Cost of Student Visa in USA USD 160
Student Visa in USA F1 Visa for USA allows you study permit in USA in full time academic courses. Any accredited school, college, university, academic institute, seminary, or conservatory in USA must accept you beforehand to apply for F1 visa in USA. Know More
Intakes in USA There are Three Intakes in USA: Fall (August-September), Spring (January) Know More
Top Job Sectors in USA Health Care, Education, Construction, Hospitality & Tourism, Business Services, Finance.
Economy in USA GDP Growth of 2.1% (Q4 2019), The Larges Economy of the World by Nominal

University of Utah Average Tuition Fee Per Year

Undergraduate

$ 21,812

Postgraduate

$ 26,512

Costs per year

Overall cost of living

$ 12,683

Campus accommodation

$ 5,753

Please note that fees will vary. Always check the exact cost of the program and bear in mind likely additional expenses.