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Public, 4-Year
Salt Lake City, UT

University of Utah

Explore one of the most distinguished institutions in UT. Your pathway to a brighter future begins here.

Annual Tuition

$9,315

Average Sticker Price

Admission Rate

87.2%

Selectivity Level

Graduation Rate

64.2%

Completion Success

Median Earnings

$67,170

10y Career Outlook

About Institution

University of Utah is a distinguished Public, 4-Year institution located in Salt Lake City, UT. With a competitive tuition profile of $9,315, it remains an attractive choice for ambitious students. A strong graduation rate of 64.2% underscores its academic rigor and effective student support systems.

Admissions Intel

SAT Score Range

Reading & Writing590 – 698
20025th–75th percentile800
Math590 – 700
20025th–75th percentile800

ACT Score Range

Composite22 – 29
125th–75th percentile36

Acceptance Rate

87.2%

Transfer-Out Rate0.0%

Investment Return

Estimated College ROI Analysis

Total 4-Year Cost

$37,260

Based on sticker tuition

Estimated Payback

1.0 yrs

Time to recoup investment

Annual Earnings Boost

+$37,170

vs. $30k HS diploma baseline

10-Year Net Gain

+$334,440

Cumulative earnings advantage minus total college cost

20-Year Net Gain

+$706,140

Long-term projected return on your education investment

ROI estimates use the BLS national median of $30,000/yr for high school diploma holders as a baseline. Actual results vary based on major, career path, location, and individual circumstances. Median graduate debt at University of Utah is $19,000.

Student Community

Gender Balance

Women
Men
48.4%
51.6%
FemininityMasculinity

Ethnic Diversity

White
63.2%
Hispanic
14.1%
Asian
6.2%
Two or more
6.0%
International
5.9%
Unknown
2.6%
Black
1.3%
Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander
0.4%
American Indian / Alaska Native
0.4%

Security Audit

Safety Rating: 3-Year Aggregate

Incidents

0

Burglary

0

Theft

0

Assault

0

Robbery

0

Rape

0

Arson

0

Murder

0

Financial Outlook

Total Sticker Price

$9,315

Estimated cost before aid.

Net Price By Income

$0 - $30k$10,447
$30k - $48k$10,667
$48k - $75k$12,398
$75k+$16,886

Debt & Financial Aid

Median Debt (grads)$19,000
Pell Grant Recipients20.1%
Using Federal Loans21.5%
Historical 3yr Loan Repayment71.8%

Repayment measured in 2016–17; this federal measure was discontinued.

* Most students receive significant grants and scholarships, reducing the actual cost. Grant data from IPEDS Student Financial Aid survey.

Quick Overview

Faculty Ratio

N/A

Retention

85.4%

Success

64.2%

In-State Cost

$9,315

Age 25+ Students

12.1%

Carnegie Class

R1: Doctoral — Very High Research

Working at 6yr

5,121 students

Security Benchmark

Campus vs. City Comparison (Per 100k)

Violent Offenses

PER 100K
On-Campus0.0
Salt Lake City (City-wide)0.0

Property Crimes

PER 100K
On-Campus0.0
Salt Lake City (City-wide)0.0

Stats sourced from institutional reports and municipal data. These rates provide a standardized baseline for comparing safety across different environments.

Living In Salt Lake City

Off-Campus Market Estimator

Current Fair Market Rents
🏠

Studio

$1,121

Monthly Average

🏢

1 Bedroom

$1,338

Monthly Average

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2 Bedrooms

$1,606

Monthly Average

🏢

3 Bedrooms

$

Monthly Average

Data provided by HUD Fair Market Rent (FMR). These estimates assist with financial planning for off-campus housing in the Salt Lake City metropolitan area.