Weber State University
About Weber State University
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Weber State University in Ogden takes every qualified applicant and teaches a working student body, many of them part-time. Nursing, allied health and computer science are its largest programs, and it grants associate degrees alongside bachelor's.
Founded
1889
Location
Ogden, Utah
Students
17,389
Institution
Public
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
Open
Admits all qualified applicants
Graduation Rate
46.2%
Below national average
In-State Tuition
$6,557
Out-of-state: $17,545
Avg Net Price
$10,258
After financial aid
SAT Average
Not required
No test scores requested
Median Earnings
$56,287
10 years after enrollment
Admissions
How competitive is getting in?
Selectivity
Open Admission
Every applicant who meets the basic requirements is admitted, so there is no acceptance rate
How to Apply
Test Policy
No test needed
Application Fee
$30
Early
N/A
Deadline
Rolling
Academics
How strong is the academic experience?
Student Success
Below Average
46.2% complete their degree within six years
Retention
67.3%
4-Year Grad
15%
6-Year Grad
40%
Teaching Quality
20:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
96.3%
$/Student
$7.3K
Class Size
Large
The 15% graduation rate is below average, but 67.3% 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
$6,557
In-State
$17,545
Out-of-State
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
$9,572
Books & Supplies
$1,400
Total Cost of Attendance
$16,035
After Financial Aid
$10,258
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$7,796
Receive Grants
16.5%
Take Loans
10.2%
The full cost of attendance is about $16,035/yr for in-state students, including $9,572 for room and board. After aid, most pay around $10,258. Out-of-state tuition jumps to $17,545.
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 Weber State University fund their education.
While in School
16.5%
Get Grants
Free money
10.2%
Take Loans
Must repay
$35,841
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$15,113
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$160/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
Only 10.2% of students take out federal loans, and those who do graduate with a median of $15,113. Many students here manage to minimize borrowing.
Student Body
Diversity, gender, and enrollment
From gender balance and racial diversity to age and background, here's a look at who attends Weber State University.
Gender
59%
Female
41%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
16,360
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
1,029
Graduates
37.4%
First-Gen
24 yrs
Avg Age
17%
Age 25+
Women make up the majority at 59% of the student body. 37.4% are first-generation college students, so there's a strong community of students who understand that experience.
Campus Life
What it's like to be a student here
Campus Setting
City: Small
Campus Quick Facts
16,360
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
Yes
Online Programs
Yes
Job Placement
Yes
Career Counseling
Yes
Sports & Athletics
How seriously this college takes sport
Weber State University fields 8 varsity teams with 454 student athletes, about 3% of the student body.
Division
NCAA
Division I-FCS
Conference
Big Sky
The league its teams compete in
Varsity Sports
8
Biggest: Track & Cross Country
Student Athletes
454
3% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
56% / 44%
252
Men
202
Women
5
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 Weber State Universityearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$56,287
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
$66K
380 grads
1yr Earnings
Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions
$67K
175 grads
1yr Earnings
Computer Science
$72K
130 grads
1yr Earnings
General Sales, Merchandising and Related Marketing Operations
$57K
118 grads
1yr Earnings
Criminal Justice and Corrections
$43K
101 grads
1yr Earnings
Psychology, General
$33K
98 grads
1yr Earnings
Graduates earn about $47K six years out, growing to $56K by year ten. Above average, though your choice of major will be the biggest factor.
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Data sourced from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard Some figures may reflect prior academic years. Our editorial team reviews and updates college profiles to ensure accuracy. If you notice outdated information, please let us know.