Southern Utah University
About Southern Utah University
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Southern Utah University sits in Cedar City, at the edge of the red rock country near Zion and Bryce Canyon, and hosts the Tony-winning Utah Shakespeare Festival on its campus. Nursing, biology and accounting are among its largest programs.
Founded
1897
Location
Cedar City, Utah
Students
11,607
Institution
Public
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
81.8%
Open admission
Graduation Rate
60.7%
Near national average
In-State Tuition
$6,962
Out-of-state: $21,192
Avg Net Price
$10,462
After financial aid
SAT Average
Not Considered
Test-blind. Grades and essays decide
Median Earnings
$50,296
10 years after enrollment
Admissions
How competitive is getting in?
Selectivity
Moderate
Most students who apply are accepted
How to Apply
Test Policy
Test Blind
Application Fee
Free
Early
N/A
Deadline
Rolling
Southern Utah University accepts the majority of applicants at 81.8%. If you meet the basic requirements, this is an accessible option worth considering.
SAT Scores
N/A
Not reported
ACT Scores
23/ 36
Average: 23 out of 36
Academics
How strong is the academic experience?
Student Success
Average
60.7% complete their degree within six years
Retention
75.5%
4-Year Grad
29%
6-Year Grad
47%
Teaching Quality
22:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
73.3%
$/Student
$7.5K
Class Size
Large
The 29% graduation rate is below average, but 75.5% of freshmen return for year two. Students are staying, even if completion takes longer than four years.
Tuition & Costs
What will you actually pay?
Tuition & Fees
$6,962
In-State
$21,192
Out-of-State
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
$9,236
Books & Supplies
$800
Total Cost of Attendance
$19,416
After Financial Aid
$10,462
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$6,070
Receive Grants
24.9%
Take Loans
17.5%
The full cost of attendance is about $19,416/yr for in-state students, including $9,236 for room and board. After aid, most pay around $10,462. Out-of-state tuition jumps to $21,192.
Financial Aid
Who gets aid and what happens after
Financial aid comes in two forms: grants and scholarships (free money you don't repay) and loans (borrowed money you pay back after graduating). Here's how students at Southern Utah University fund their education.
While in School
24.9%
Get Grants
Free money
17.5%
Take Loans
Must repay
$41,064
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$12,500
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$133/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
The median debt is just $12,500, and less than 0% of graduates default on their loans. Students here leave with very manageable financial obligations.
Student Body
Diversity, gender, and enrollment
From gender balance and racial diversity to age and background, here's a look at who attends Southern Utah University.
Gender
55.3%
Female
45%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
9,289
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
2,318
Graduates
32.1%
First-Gen
22 yrs
Avg Age
26.8%
Age 25+
Women make up the majority at 55% of the student body. 32.1% are first-generation college students, so there's a strong community of students who understand that experience. 6.6% international students add diversity to the campus.
Campus Life
What it's like to be a student here
Campus Setting
Town: Remote
Campus Quick Facts
9,289
Students
public
Institution
Medium
Campus Size
Master's
Classification
What This College Offers
Semester calendar
Study Abroad
Yes
AP Credit
Yes
Teacher Cert
Yes
ROTC
Yes
Evening College
No
Online Programs
Yes
Job Placement
Yes
Career Counseling
Yes
Sports & Athletics
How seriously this college takes sport
Southern Utah University fields 8 varsity teams with 518 student athletes, about 6% of the student body.
Division
NCAA
Division I-FCS
Conference
Western
The league its teams compete in
Varsity Sports
8
Biggest: Track & Cross Country
Student Athletes
518
6% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
54% / 46%
279
Men
239
Women
4
Men's Teams
7
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
Every Varsity Team
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of Southern Utah Universityearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$50,296
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
$36K
154 grads
1yr Earnings
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
$66K
109 grads
1yr Earnings
Biology, General
$58K
98 grads
4yr Earnings
Accounting and Related Services
$55K
95 grads
1yr Earnings
Psychology, General
$27K
91 grads
1yr Earnings
Communication and Media Studies
$33K
76 grads
1yr Earnings
Graduates earn about $41K six years out, growing to $50K by year ten. Above average, though your choice of major will be the biggest factor.
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