- College of Eastern Utah is committed to the highest standards of instruction and learning in its academic and applied technology programs. The College prepares students for certification, degree or transfer programs and recognizes that education continues beyond graduation. We strive to help instill the curiosity and skills necessary for a student to continue learning throughout life.
School Highlights
Utah State University-College Of Eastern Utah serves 2,323 students (55% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the state community college average of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority American), which is more than the state average of 23%.
Quick Stats (2023-24)
- Enrollment: 2,323 students
- Student:teacher ratio: 15:1
- Minority enrollment: 39%
- Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
Top Rankings
Utah State University-College Of Eastern Utah ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Utah for:
Category
Attribute
Debt For Students
School Overview
The teacher population of 154 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Utah State University-College Of Eastern Utah
(UT) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Associate of Arts Colleges
Doctoral/Research Universities--Extensive
Institution Level
Less than 2 yrs
Four or more years
Institution Control
Public
Public
Total Faculty
154 staff
154 staff
School Calendar
Student Body
The student population of Utah State University-College Of Eastern Utah has grown by 41% over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 has stayed the same over five years.
The Utah State University-College Of Eastern Utah diversity score of 0.59 is more than the state average of 0.39. The school's diversity has grown by 20% over five years.
Total Enrollment
2,323 students
1,545 students
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
12:1
# Full-Time Students
1,279 students
501 students
# Part-Time Students
1,044 students
1,044 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
n/a
176 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
2,323 students
501 students
# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
28 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
n/a
971 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
10 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
n/a
750 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
20%
1%
% Asian
1%
2%
% Hispanic
5%
11%
% Black
1%
1%
% White
61%
77%
% Two or more races
1%
3%
% Non Resident races
2%
2%
% Unknown races
9%
3%
Diversity Score
0.59
0.39
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
32%
33%
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
n/a
0.57%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$34,000
$33,800
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
50%
70%
Median Debt for Graduates
$4,500
$15,306
Median Debt for Dropouts
$3,500
$4,750
Acceptance Rate
n/a
100%
SAT Reading
n/a
545
SAT Math
n/a
550
ACT Composite
n/a
23
ACT English
n/a
24
ACT Math
n/a
23
Source: 2021 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
School Notes
- College of Eastern Utah is a two year, state supported community college operated under the Utah State Board of Regents. It is accredited by the Northwest Association of Schools and Colleges, by the Utah State Board of Education and is a member of the National Commission on Accrediting. Credits earned at the College of Eastern Utah are transferable to other institutions of higher learning in the United States. At Utah's youngest community college, numerous changes have occurred over the last 67 years. Since 1937 we have grown from Carbon College, with an enrollment of 146, to College of Eastern Utah, with an enrollment of over 3200 students. In the early years by an act of the Utah State legislature we were under the Utah State Board of Education. In 1959, the college became a branch of the University of Utah. In 1965 we became College of Eastern Utah, and four years later our relationship with the University of Utah was terminated. As a result of the 1969 Higher Education Act, we became a full-fledged member of the Utah State System of Higher Education. Our primary campuses are located in Price and Blanding, with a college center in Castle Dale. The Price campus has over 16 buildings. The campus settings are extraordinary. The opportunities for biking, hiking, fishing, and other outdoor activities is unparalleled. Because of our setting, our faculty and students have a chance to participate in world-class archeological and paleontological excavations. The college offer academic programs that facilitate seamless transitions to four-year institutions as well as applied technology programs that provide certificates and degrees that lead to jobs. The college Offers more than 400 courses in 60 areas of study, Associate of Arts & Associate of Science Degrees, Associate of Applied Science Degrees, Certificates of Completion and Great transfer programs to four year colleges & universities.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Utah State University-College Of Eastern Utah's ranking?
Utah State University-College Of Eastern Utah ranks among the top 20% of community college in Utah for: Least debt for graduating students.
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