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Utah Tech University (UT) : Overview, Courses, Scholarships & Rankings

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About Utah Tech University

Framed by red rock and big sky, Utah Tech University leans into its setting and a practical, hands-on style. The university is known for applied learning across technology, health, business, arts, and education, with modern labs, studios, and collaborative maker-style spaces. Students find support through advising, tutoring, wellness resources, and a career center that actually picks up the phone. You can feel it.

Life here mixes campus energy with easy access to trails, climbing spots, and nearby parks. Clubs, arts performances, spirited athletics, and outdoor programs keep weekends busy. The culture has a friendly, can-do vibe where faculty know your work and expect you to show it. Career prep leans on internships, industry projects, and regional employer connections. And the city around campus offers a fast-growing small-business scene, plenty of sunshine, and chances to plug into community service. There's a Trailblazer streak that sticks.

Key Institutional Details

Contact & Profile

Location
225 S University Avenue, Saint George, Utah, 84770, USA
Unit ID
230171

Academic & Institutional

Control
Public institution (funded by state or local government)
Accreditation
NWCCU
Length of Study
Programs under 2 years (e.g. certificate or diploma)
Calendar System
Semester system (two main terms per year)
Award Levels
Certificate (1-2 yrs)
Associate's
Bachelor's
Master's
Residency
Other Award
Campus Setting
Located in a midsize city (population between 100,000 and 249,999)
Carnegie Classification
Baccalaureate - Diverse Fields
Tuition & Fees
In-State
$6,074
Tuition $5,266 + Fee $808
Out-of-State
$17,642
Tuition $16,834 + Fee $808
Student Profile
Total Students 12,567
Undergraduate 8,320
Graduate/Other 4,247
Male: 5,394 Female: 7,173
Applications
Total Applicants N/A
Admitted N/A
Enrolled N/A
Staff
Total Staff 1,524
Full-time 756
Part-time 768
Full-time: 49.6% Part-time: 50.4%

Academic Programs & Fields of Study

Utah Tech University (UT) offers 79 degree programs across 21 major academic fields, graduating approximately 4,437 students annually. The most popular fields by graduate volume are Liberal Arts (1 programs, 2,365 graduates), Health (16 programs, 622 graduates), Business (8 programs, 397 graduates), Computer & IT (3 programs, 187 graduates) and Arts (10 programs, 140 graduates). Explore program details, award levels, and graduate demographics below.

Liberal Arts (1 programs, 2,365 graduates)
Liberal Arts Education, General Studies and Humanities
Program Name Graduates Gender Distribution Award Levels CIP Code
General Studies 2,365
Certificate (1-2 yrs)
Associate's
24.0102
Health (16 programs, 622 graduates)
Healthcare Professions, Medical Sciences and Clinical Practice
Program Name Graduates Gender Distribution Award Levels CIP Code
Registered Nursing 265
Associate's
Bachelor's
51.3801
Nursing and Patient Care Assistant 178
Residency
51.3902
Phlebotomy Technician 30
Residency
51.1009
Dental Hygiene 24
Bachelor's
51.0602
Physical Therapy Assistant 16
Associate's
51.0806
Health Administration and Management 15
Bachelor's
51.0701
Respiratory Care Therapy 13
Bachelor's
51.0908
Surgical Technology 13
Associate's
51.0909
Radiologic Technology 12
Associate's
51.0911
Health and Wellness 10
Other Award
51.0001
Emergency Medical Technology 10
Certificate (1-2 yrs)
Associate's
51.0904
Clinical Laboratory Science and Medical Technology 10
Bachelor's
51.1005
Public Health 9
Bachelor's
51.2201
Marriage and Family Therapy 8
Master's
51.1505
Athletic Training 7
Master's
51.0913
Pre-Pharmacy Studies 2
Associate's
51.1103
Business (8 programs, 397 graduates)
Business Administration, Marketing and Entrepreneurship
Program Name Graduates Gender Distribution Award Levels CIP Code
Business Administration and Management 124
Associate's
Bachelor's
52.0201
Entrepreneurship Studies 84
Other Award
52.0701
Management Information Systems 61
Bachelor's
Other Award
52.1201
Accounting 59
Bachelor's
Master's
52.0301
Marketing Management 43
Bachelor's
Other Award
52.1401
Finance, General 20
Bachelor's
52.0801
Business Administration 4
Certificate (1-2 yrs)
52.0101
Logistics and Supply Chain Management 2
Other Award
52.0203
Computer & IT (3 programs, 187 graduates)
Computer Science, Information Technology and Cybersecurity
Program Name Graduates Gender Distribution Award Levels CIP Code
Computer and Information Sciences 111
Bachelor's
Other Award
11.0101
Information Technology 52
Associate's
Bachelor's
Other Award
11.0103
Computer Science 24
Bachelor's
11.0701
Arts (10 programs, 140 graduates)
Fine Arts, Design Studies and Creative Performance
Program Name Graduates Gender Distribution Award Levels CIP Code
Digital Arts 68
Bachelor's
Other Award
50.0102
Art Studies 24
Bachelor's
50.0701
Documentary Production 15
Bachelor's
50.0607
Theatre Design and Technology 11
Bachelor's
50.0502
Studio Arts, General 8
Bachelor's
50.0702
Music 4
Bachelor's
50.0901
Photography 3
Other Award
50.0605
Music Performance 3
Bachelor's
50.0903
Dance 2
Bachelor's
50.0301
Music Technology 2
Other Award
50.0913
Kinesiology (2 programs, 137 graduates)
Exercise Science, Sports Medicine and Physical Recreation
Program Name Graduates Gender Distribution Award Levels CIP Code
Exercise Science and Kinesiology 104
Bachelor's
31.0505
Parks and Recreation Management 33
Bachelor's
Other Award
31.0301
Communication (6 programs, 107 graduates)
Media Communications, Journalism and Public Relations
Program Name Graduates Gender Distribution Award Levels CIP Code
Speech Communication and Rhetoric 60
Bachelor's
09.0101
Mass Communication and Media Studies 27
Bachelor's
Other Award
09.0102
Health Communication 10
Other Award
09.0905
Broadcast Journalism 5
Other Award
09.0402
Journalism 3
Other Award
09.0401
Communication and Media Studies 2
Other Award
09.0199
Engineering (4 programs, 90 graduates)
Engineering Sciences and Applied Technology Solutions
Program Name Graduates Gender Distribution Award Levels CIP Code
Mechanical Engineering 46
Bachelor's
Other Award
14.1901
Pre-Engineering 33
Associate's
14.0102
Software Engineering 8
Bachelor's
14.0903
General Engineering 3
Bachelor's
14.0101
Psychology (1 programs, 77 graduates)
Psychological Sciences, Mental Health and Behavioral Studies
Program Name Graduates Gender Distribution Award Levels CIP Code
General Psychology 77
Bachelor's
42.0101
Education (5 programs, 64 graduates)
Educational Sciences, Teaching Methods and Pedagogy
Program Name Graduates Gender Distribution Award Levels CIP Code
Elementary Education 42
Bachelor's
13.1202
Early Childhood Education 15
Associate's
13.1210
Mathematics Teacher Education 4
Bachelor's
13.1311
Music Teacher Education 2
Bachelor's
13.1312
Biology Teacher Education 1
Bachelor's
13.1322

Tuition, Fees & Estimated Costs

Overview of tuition rates, housing, and other annual education expenses for undergraduate and graduate students

Estimated Total Cost
(In-state)
$23,664
Estimated Total Cost
(Out-state)
$35,232
In-state Tuition (incl. fees)
$6,074
Tuition and fees for students residing in-state
Out-of-state Tuition (incl. fees)
$17,642
Tuition and fees for non-resident students
Room & Board
$9,308
Housing and meal plan expenses
Books & Supplies
$900
Average yearly cost of books and study materials
Other Expenses
$7,382
Miscellaneous personal and institutional expenses
Other Expenses (with family)
$7,238
Estimated cost for students living with family
Graduate In-state Tuition (incl. fees)
$8,410
Graduate tuition rates for in-state students
Graduate Out-of-state Tuition (incl. fees)
$14,437
Graduate tuition rates for non-resident students

Financial Aid & Student Support

Summary of scholarships, grants, student loans, and financial aid statistics for undergraduate students

17%
FTFT Aid Recipients
Avg. Grant
$6,661
Avg. Loan
$5,432
Avg. Federal Loan
$4,685
Additional
Students with Any Grant
1,956
Students who received any type of grant aid
Students with Any Loan
531
Students who received any type of loan-based aid
Students with Federal Grant
610
Students who received a federal grant
Avg. Institutional Grant
$5,186
Average amount of institutional grant awarded

Student Success Metrics

Graduation rates and post-graduation earnings to help assess student outcomes and long-term value of education.

34%
Graduation Rate
Percentage of students who successfully graduate from the institution
63%
First-Year Retention Rate
Percentage of first-year students who continue for a second year
Median Earnings Over Time
$22,563 – $69,999
Salary Range (25th–75th Percentile, 10 Years)
$22,563 (25th %) $69,999 (75th %)
*Median Salary After 10 Years: $44,570
Median Salary After 6 Years
$37,959
Average annual earnings of former students six years after starting college.
Median Salary After 10 Years
$44,570
Average annual earnings of former students ten years after starting college.

Loan Burden & Repayment Outcomes

Breakdown of loan repayment rates and student debt levels by income and dependency status.

3-Year Loan Repayment Rate
50.3%
Share of borrowers who repaid loans within 3 years
Repayment Rate (Graduates Only)
69.5%
Repayment rate among students who completed their program
Median Student Loan Debt
$15,000
Median federal loan debt of undergraduate completers at time of graduation.
Repayment by Income
Low 40.4%
Middle 59.4%
High 66.0%
Repayment by Dependency
Dependent 59.9%
Independent 40.5%

Frequently Asked Questions

Find answers to the most common questions about Utah Tech University (UT)

How much does it cost to attend Utah Tech University (UT)?

The annual tuition at Utah Tech University (UT) is $6,074 for in-state students and $17,642 for out-of-state students. When including room and board, books, and other expenses, the total estimated cost is approximately $23,664 for in-state students and $35,232 for out-of-state students. Additional costs include room and board $9,308 and books and supplies $900.

Data based on IPEDS program completions for 2022-2023 academic year. Tuition and cost estimates are approximate and may not include all fees, personal expenses, or transportation costs.

What academic programs and degree levels does Utah Tech University offer?

Utah Tech University (UT) offers 79 academic programs across 21 major fields of study, with available degree levels: Certificate (1-2 yrs), Associate's, Bachelor's, Master's, Residency, Other Award.

Most popular program areas include:

  • Liberal Arts Education, General Studies and Humanities (1 programs)
  • Healthcare Professions, Medical Sciences and Clinical Practice (16 programs)
  • Business Administration, Marketing and Entrepreneurship (8 programs)
  • Computer Science, Information Technology and Cybersecurity (3 programs)
  • Fine Arts, Design Studies and Creative Performance (10 programs)

Data based on IPEDS program completions for 2023-2024 academic year. Numbers reflect programs where students graduated, not all offered programs.

What financial aid and scholarships are available at Utah Tech University?

Utah Tech University (UT) provides financial aid to 17% of first-time, full-time students, with average grants of $6,661 and average loans of $5,432.

Average financial aid amounts by type:

  • Pell grants: $5,253
  • State/Local grants: $2,310
  • Institutional grants: $5,186
  • Federal loans: $4,685

The university supports 1,956 students with grants and 531 students with loans annually.

Data based on IPEDS for 2022-2023 academic year. Financial aid amounts and percentages may vary by program, enrollment status, and individual circumstances.

What is the average salary for Utah Tech University graduates?

Utah Tech University (UT) graduates earn a median salary of $37,959 after 6 years and $44,570 after 10 years.

The salary range 10 years after graduation spans from $22,563 (25th percentile) to $69,999 (75th percentile), with top earners reaching $76,700 (90th percentile).

Data based on IPEDS for 2022-2023 academic year. Salary data reflects graduates who received federal financial aid (approximately 60% of all graduates). Actual earnings may vary significantly based on program, location, and individual circumstances.

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