University of Utah

Getting in is the hard part. University of Utah admitted 86.0% of applicants in its most recent reported class, one of the lowest rates in the country. Realistically it is a reach for every applicant, no matter how strong.

Admitted students cluster near the top of the testing range: the middle 50% score 1190–1380 on the SAT and 22–29 on the ACT. Scores at or above that band keep you in contention, but they do not decide it.

The real question is not your odds but your move. That is where Spike comes in: it reads your profile against what University of Utah actually rewards, and tells you what to do next.

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Our world-class faculty, and small class sizes are the right fit for you.

• Tier 1 ResearchProud member of the AAU
• Asia CampusLocated in Incheon, South Korea
• 38,000+ Enrolled StudentsRecord growth 6 years in a row

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The current prompts, straight from the application. These change year to year, so most guides you will find are a cycle behind.

• Tell us about a community you belong to and how it has shaped your understanding of the world or your goals. How do you hope to contribute to the University of Utah community?

  Up to 300 words

• Intellectual Traditions courses in the Honors College help prepare students to make informed decisions about complex, interdisciplinary problems. Each course explores big or universal questions that transcend historical bounds. You are tasked with creating a new Intellectual Traditions course. Please name your course and describe the topics and questions it would cover.

  Up to 500 words

• The Honors Thesis is an independent research or creative project in your major completed with the mentorship of a professor. Describe what motivates you to pursue this opportunity, and why you would like to have the chance to do an Honors Thesis.

  Up to 500 words

Every prompt, with how to approach each →

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The sticker price is about $25,557, but that is not what most families pay. After need-based aid, the average net price is $16,200.

The University of Utah offers a full range of international scholarships, grants, loans, and work study opportunities to make your education as affordable as possible, and encourages completing the FAFSA for consideration.

Ten years after enrolling, graduates earn a median of $67,170.

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How hard is it to get into University of Utah?

Very hard. University of Utah admits 86.0% of applicants, and the middle 50% of admitted students score 1190 to 1380 on the SAT. Treat it as a reach for every applicant.

How much does University of Utah cost?

The list price is about $25,557, but the average price families actually pay after aid is $16,200.

Is University of Utah worth it?

Graduates earn a median of $67,170 ten years after enrolling, and 64% graduate within six years. Value depends on your aid offer and your goals, which is exactly what Spike helps you weigh.