Southern Utah University School Overview: Acceptance Rate, Tuition, and More
Work here? Claim your school's profile
Share this school:
$6,006
Avg in-state tuition
$19,822
Avg out-of-state tuition
BestColleges.com is an advertising-supported site. Featured or trusted partner programs and all school search, finder, or match results are for schools that compensate us. This compensation does not influence our school rankings, resource guides, or other editorially-independent information published on this site.
Ready to take the next step?
Discover programs by subject area to find the best college for your future.
Search all programsWork here? Claim your school's profile
About Southern Utah University
Southern Utah University is a medium-sized public university located on a rural campus in Cedar City, Utah. It has a total undergraduate enrollment of 12,582, and admissions are selective, with an acceptance rate of 76%. The university offers 68 bachelor's degrees, has an average graduation rate of 46%, and a student-faculty ratio of 23:1. Tuition and fees for in-state students are $6,006, while tuition and fees for out-of-state students are $19,822.
$6,006
Avg in-state tuition
$19,822
Avg out-of-state tuition
BestColleges.com is an advertising-supported site. Featured or trusted partner programs and all school search, finder, or match results are for schools that compensate us. This compensation does not influence our school rankings, resource guides, or other editorially-independent information published on this site.
Ready to take the next step?
Discover programs by subject area to find the best college for your future.
Search all programsRankings
Learn more about how this school compares to other schools with rankings by BestColleges.
- #2 Ranked in Best One-Year MBA Programs of 2022
- #6 Ranked in Best Online Accounting Programs of 2022
- #6 Ranked in Fastest Online MBA Degree Programs of 2022
- #9 Ranked in Most Popular Online MBA Degree Programs
Admissions Breakdown
This school has a high acceptance rate.
This school accepts students at a higher rate than other schools. High acceptance schools welcome 51-100% of all applicants.
Acceptance Rate Insight
76% of students were accepted during the 2020-2021 school year. Sometimes schools with midrange acceptance rates have higher standards of entry but are still accessible to many students who apply.
Retention Rate Insight
72% of full-time students stayed to continue their studies the following academic year. These students started in Fall 2019 and returned in Fall 2020.
Graduation Rate Insight
46% of students graduated out of all full-time, first-time students who began their studies in Fall 2014. Keep in mind many students who enroll are not typically first-time students, as most are adult learners. Therefore, the number of first-time students is traditionally low.
Test scores Required
High school rank Not required or recommended
High school GPA Required
Completion of college prep program Not required or recommended
High school transcript Required
Letter of recommendation Not required or recommended
Open admission No
Test of English as a foreign language (TOEFL) Required
SAT & ACT
SAT 25th-75th Percentile 1030-1220
ACT 25th-75th Percentile 21-27
SAT & ACT
SAT 25th-75th Percentile 1030-1220
ACT 25th-75th Percentile 21-27
Learning Environment
Student Body Stats
This school has a student body of between 5,000 and 15,000 students.
Learn more about how we determine school awards13k
Number of Students Enrolled
71%
Online Student Enrollment
23:1
Student to Faculty Ratio
Ways Students Can Learn
Demographics
White
74%
Unknown
9%
Hispanic
7%
Non-U.S. Citizen
4%
Black
2%
Asian
2%
Two or more races
1%
American Indian/Alaska Native
1%
Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander
1%
Female student population
59%
Socio-economic diversity
29% of students received an income-based Federal Pell Grant intended for low-income students.
Recommended for You
Recommended for You
Utah State University
Logan, UT · Public · Non-profit
#6 Ranked in Most Affordable Online Humanities Degree Programs
View school
University of Idaho
Moscow, ID · Public · Non-profit
#4 Ranked in Fastest Online Psychology Degree Programs
View school
University of Northern Colorado
Greeley, CO · Public · Non-profit
#1 Ranked in Best Online Master's in Educational Psychology Programs
View school
University of Utah
Salt Lake City, UT · Public · Non-profit
#5 Ranked in Best Online Master's in Electrical Engineering Programs of 2022
View school
Boise State University
Boise, ID · Public · Non-profit
View school
University of Colorado Colorado Springs
Colorado Springs, CO · Public · Non-profit
#25 Ranked in Online Master's in Engineering Programs
View school
Colorado Mesa University
Grand Junction, CO · Public · Non-profit
#6 Ranked in Best Online Radiology Technology Programs
View school
Weber State University
Ogden, UT · Public · Non-profit
#5 Ranked in Best Master's in Radiologic Technology Programs
View school
University of Nevada-Las Vegas
Las Vegas, NV · Public · Non-profit
#8 Ranked in Best Online Master's in Educational Psychology Programs
View school
University of Nevada-Reno
Reno, NV · Public · Non-profit
#22 Ranked in Best Doctorate in Audiology and Speech-Language Pathology Programs
View school
Online Programs
Offers Online Programs
Yes
Online Programs
9
Total Online Enrollment
8,882
Percent of Programs Online
90% On-campus
10% Online
Types of Online Programs Offered
Certificates
Associate
Bachelor's
Graduate Certificate
Master's
Doctorate
Student Charges
Tuition and Required Fees
| Student Level | In-state | Out-of-state |
|---|---|---|
| Undergraduate | $6,006 | $19,822 |
| Graduate | $7,574 | $23,784 |
Cost of Undergraduate Attendance
Costs based on full-time, first-time, degree or certificate-seeking undergraduates for the 2020–2021 academic year.
| Costs to Consider | Price |
|---|---|
| Books and supplies | $1,600 |
| On-campus room and board | $7,374 |
| On-campus other expenses | $4,800 |
| Off-campus (not with family) room and board | $7,500 |
| Off-campus (not with family) other expenses | $4,800 |
| Off-campus (with family) other expenses | $4,800 |
Total Undergraduate Cost
| Total cost by category | In-state | Out-of-state |
|---|---|---|
| On-campus | $19,780 | $33,596 |
| Off-campus without family | $19,906 | $33,722 |
| Off-campus with family | $12,406 | $26,222 |
Financial Breakdown
Students Receiving Aid
Federal Grant Aid
39%
State Grant Aid
20%
Institution Grant Aid
77%
Pell Grant
29%
Average Aid Awarded
Financial Outlook
$34k
Average salary 6 years after starting school
$13k
Average student debt after graduation
Explore Rankings
Online Master’s Degree Programs
Explore More Resources
How Does Online College Accreditation Work?Data collected from the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS), [2020-2021]. In the absence of IPEDS data, information was collected directly from the school and is accurate as of the date of collection. Contact the school directly for the most current and complete information.