- Utah State University is a public land-grant research university with its main campus in Logan, Utah, United States. Founded in 1888 under the Morrill Land-Grant Acts as Utah's federal land-grant institution, Utah State serves as one of Utah's two flagship universities.
School Highlights
Utah State University serves 33,389 students (61% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the state community college average of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the state average of 29%.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Enrollment: 33,389 students
- In-state tuition: $6,250
- Out-state tuition: $18,250
- Acceptance Rate: 93%
- Student:teacher ratio: 10:1
- Minority enrollment: 20%
- Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
Top Rankings
Utah State University ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Utah for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
The teacher population of 3,513 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Utah State University
(UT) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Doctoral Universities: Very High Research Activity
Not applicable, not in Carnegie universe (not accredited or nondegree-granting)
Institution Level
Four or more years
Four or more years
Institution Control
Public
Public
Total Faculty
3,513 staff
215 staff
School Calendar
Student Body
The student population of Utah State University has grown by 20% over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 has increased from 8:1 over five years.
The Utah State University diversity score of 0.33 is less than the state average of 0.47. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Total Enrollment
33,389 students
4,285 students
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
16:1
# Full-Time Students
20,445 students
891 students
# Part-Time Students
12,944 students
3,394 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
297 students
367 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
18,981 students
891 students
# Full-Time Graduate Students
1,464 students
133 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
10,794 students
3,394 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
2,150 students
563 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
3,095 students
750 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
2%
1%
% Asian
1%
2%
% Hispanic
7%
13%
% Black
1%
1%
% White
80%
71%
% Hawaiian
n/a
1%
% Two or more races
3%
3%
% Non Resident races
1%
4%
% Unknown races
5%
4%
Diversity Score
0.33
0.47
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
n/a
65%
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
54%
47%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years) (Year 2010)
$47,200
$34,000
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
The public in-state tuition of $6,250 is less than the state average of $6,267. The in-state tuition has declined by 28% over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $18,250 is more than the state average of $13,852. The out-state tuition has declined by 22% over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$6,250
$6,267
Out-State Tuition Fees
$18,250
$13,852
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
88%
73%
Median Debt for Graduates (Year 2010)
$9,550
$13,023
Median Debt for Dropouts (Year 2010)
$5,267
$5,267
Acceptance Rate
93%
93%
SAT Total Avg.
1,095
1,095
SAT Reading
545
545
SAT Math
550
550
ACT Total Avg.
70
70
ACT Composite
23
23
ACT English
24
24
ACT Math
23
23
Source: 2023 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) , School Administrators
School Notes
- School Mascot: Big Blue
- Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- Lars Peter Hansen - Nobel Prize Winner in Economics, 2013 -
- Mary Louise Cleave - NASA Astronaut -
- Merlin Olsen - Well-known athlete and media personality -
- Jaycee Carroll - European basketball star -
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Utah State University cost?
Utah State University's tuition is approximately $6,250 for In-State students and $18,250 for Out-State students.
What schools are Utah State University often compared to?
Utah State Universityis often viewed alongside schools like Utah Valley University by visitors of our site.
What is the acceptance rate of Utah State University?
The acceptance rate of Utah State University is 93%, which is equal to the state average of 93%.
Who are famous alumni from Utah State University?
Utah State University famous alumni include: Lars Peter Hansen - Nobel Prize Winner in Economics, 2013, Mary Louise Cleave - NASA Astronaut, Merlin Olsen - Well-known athlete and media personality and Jaycee Carroll - European basketball star.
What is Utah State University's ranking?
Utah State University ranks among the top 20% of community college in Utah for: Largest student body.
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