University of Utah

It is moderately difficult to get into University of Utah. The university admitted 84% of all applicants in 2022. Last year, 20,644 students applied to University of Utah and 17,341 were admitted.

If you want to apply to University of Utah, the regular decision application deadline is April 1 and the fee for the application is $55.

University of Utah Admissions Stats at a Glance

The following is an overiew of some of University of Utah's admissions stats.

University of Utah 2023	Admissions Statistics
Mean Unweighted GPA	3.6
Mean SAT Score	1285
Admissions Test Policy	Test Optional
Applicants Who Submit SATs	13%
Applicants Who Submit ACTs	54%
Waitlist	No

University of Utah Application Deadlines

These are the application deadlines for University of Utah.

Application Type	Offered	Application Deadline	Notification Deadline
Early Decision I	Info Not Available	–	–
Early Decision II	–	–	–
Early Action	Yes	December 1	January 15
Regular Decision	Yes	4 1	–

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Applying Early to University of Utah?

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University of Utah may or may not offer early admission, however the school has not provided any application information. Check with University of Utah directly for more information about early applications.

🗓️ The Early Action deadline is December 1. University of Utah will release EA admissions decisions no later than January 15.

Some students apply to college early in hopes that it will increase their chances of acceptance. When you apply early, your application is considered before all the regular decision applicants apply. Applying early may increase your chance of admission, since it is a way to show that you are very interested in a school.

➡️ Discover a list of some selective colleges that accept significantly more applicants during early decision or early action than during regular admission.

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More on University of Utah Admissions

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Transferring to University of Utah

It is moderately difficult to be admitted as a transfer student.

For Students Waitlisted to University of Utah

University of Utah has not reported data for waitlisted and admitted students.

What's Most Important for Getting Into University of Utah?

Colleges consider a range of factors when deciding who to admit for their next incoming class. Each college determines which factors are are most important when choose which applicants to admit, and which to deny. When assembling your list of schools to apply to, you may want to consider your strengths and any possible weaknesses in your application, and apply to colleges that put the most emphasis on the admissions factors where you're strong.

Admissions Factors at University of Utah

Wondering what factors are considered by University of Utah during the admissions process? Take a look at the list below to see which factors are most important during the admissions process.

Admissions Factor	Level
Academic GPA	Very Important
Rigor of Secondary School Record	Very Important
Alumni/ae Relations	Considered
Character/Personal Qualities	Considered
Class Rank	Considered
Extracurricular Activities	Considered
Geographical Residence	Considered
Racial/Ethnic Status	Considered
Standardized Test Scores	Considered
State Residency	Considered
Talent/Ability	Considered
Volunteer Work	Considered
Work Experience	Considered
First Generation	Considered

Make sure to check with University of Utah for more information on admission factors.

University of Utah Application Requirements

To apply to University of Utah, all applicants must submit the following items. Check in with University of Utah's admissions department to confirm all application materials and requirements.

Area	Required	Recommended	Required for Some	Details (If Any)
Written Essay or Personal Statement	–	–	–	–
Interview	–	–	–	–
Transcript(S) of College Record	–	–	–	–
Standardized Test Scores	–	–	–	–
Statement of Good Standing From Prior Institution(S)	–	–	–	–
Transcript of High School Record	√	–	–	–

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GPA and Testing

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What GPA Do I Need To Get Into University of Utah?

Students admitted to University of Utah have an average unweighted GPA of 3.6.

About GPAs

Your high school grade point average (GPA) is a number that highlights your high school academic performance. A weighted GPA or an unweighted GPA are the two possible GPA scores considered by colleges.

An unweighted GPA is an average of your scores from each class on a four-point scale. Unweighted GPAs range from 4.0 to under 1.0. A weighted GPA considers your average grade and the difficulty of your classes. A weighted GPA boosts your average by adding extra points for honors or Advanced Placement courses.

Standardized Test Scores

University of Utah is a test optional school. Test optional schools allow students to choose if they want to submit ACT or SAT scores with their applications or not.

In 2022, 13% of University of Utah's first-year students submitted their SAT scores with their application. 54% of admitted applicants sent ACT scores.

What is a Good SAT Score for University of Utah?

To be competitive with other University of Utah applicants, you should aim to earn between 1190 and 1380 (or higher!) on the SAT. At University of Utah 25% of admitted students scored higher than 1380 and 25% of scored lower than 1190, but the majority of students scored somewhere in between these two numbers.The mean composite SAT score for a University of Utah student is 1285.

On the SAT Math Section, 25% of University of Utah students scored 700 or higher and 75% of students scored 590 or higher. On the SAT Critical Reading section (formerly called the Verbal section), 25% of University of Utah students scored 690 or higher, and 75% scored a 590 or higher.

To be most competitive at University of Utah, you should strive to earn between 22 and 30 on the ACT.

An ACT score of 30 means you fall in the 75th percentile for University of Utah's admitted students. One out of every four students scored above a 30, and three out of four students scored lower than 30 on the ACT.

A 22 on the ACT is the 25th percentile for University of Utah students. Only one out of every four students scored below 22.

More Information on Transferring to University of Utah

For transfer students, it is moderately difficult to get admitted to University of Utah.

For transfer students wishing to start in the fall, the deadline to apply is April 1. Transfer applications are processed on a on a rolling basis as they are received.

Transfer students can enroll in University of Utah during the following terms:

• Fall Term

• Spring Term

• Summer Term

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University of Utah Admissions FAQs

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Can I defer my acceptance to University of Utah?

✅ Yes, admitted students can defer their admission to University of Utah.

Does University of Utah accept transfer credits?

✅ University of Utah accepts eligible transfer credits from accredited institutions. University of Utah accepts:

• CLEP subject tests

Does University of Utah accept Advanced Placement (AP) or International Baccalaureate (IB) credits?

✅ University of Utah accepts International Baccalaureate credits (IB) credits.

Do I have to submit test scores to University of Utah?

❌ No, University of Utah is test optional, so you can choose whether to include your ACT or SAT scores. If your scores are higher than the school's average, you should strongly consider submitting them. If your scores are average or below average, you it might make sense to leave them out of your application.

What is University of Utah's acceptance rate?

✅ The acceptance rate for University of Utah is 84%.

What is the early decision acceptance rate at University of Utah?

🟨 University of Utah may or may not offer early decision. The school has not provided any information on early decision including ED acceptance rates.

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