University of Utah

University of Utah

201 Presidents Circle, Salt Lake City, Utah, USA

About

The University of Utah is dedicated to innovation, quality of life, and creating global leaders. Located in Salt  Lake City—a recognized hub for business growth and career opportunity—the University of Utah offers more than 100 areas of study with top programs in entrepreneurship, business, STEM, law, and game design. 


Get ready to join a diverse and engaged community situated in the beautiful and rugged Wasatch Mountains, where you will find the resources and encouragement to achieve your educational and professional goals.

Why the University of Utah

  • Flexibility: With the U.S. academic model, you can change majors and explore what interests you, customize your educational experience, and pursue your dreams.
  • Dedicated support: New students will receive support on all issues - academic and personal - as well as help with practicalities such as airport pickup, opening a bank account, and mobile phone registration. Be fully prepared for your arrival in the United States with visa interview preparation, pre-departure seminars, and help with financial and health forms.
    Small class sizes: You’re given greater individual attention and tailored support with our small class sizes.
  • American cultural experiences: Get to know your new city by going to fun events with the Utah Global group. For instance, cheering on the Utes at a University of Utah basketball game or exploring Salt Lake City.
  • Hands-on experience: Give your career a fast start with the Career Accelerator. This two-year program enhances professional skills and offers access to internships for invaluable experience.
  • Location: Set against the dramatic backdrop of the Wasatch Mountains, Salt Lake City offers an abundance of cultural explorations, outdoor adventures, and career opportunities. The city boasts world-class art, unforgettable scenery, and one of the best public transit systems in the country (free for U students).

Features

346 out of 346 programs are eligible for Optional Practical Training.

Optional Practical Training (OPT) is temporary employment that is directly related to an F-1 student’s major area of study. Eligible students can apply to receive up to 12 months of OPT employment authorization before completing their academic studies (pre-completion) and/or after completing their academic studies (post-completion).

If you have earned a degree in certain science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) fields, you may be eligible for a 24-month extension of your post-completion OPT employment authorization.

For more information see here: https://www.uscis.gov/opt

Cooperative education (or co-operative education) and internships are methods of combining classroom-based education with practical work experience. A cooperative education experience ("co-op"), provides academic credit for structured job experience. Co-ops are full-time, paid or unpaid positions. Internships may be full-time or part-time, paid or unpaid positions.
Even if you do NOT meet our minimum English requirement (IELTS or TOEFL), you still can get conditionally accepted in the program of your choice with the condition of completing our English program prior to starting your chosen program.

Students need to plan their accommodations well in advance of their arrival as all accommodation options fill up quickly, well before the start of the semester.

On-Campus Residence Accommodations

On-Campus residence accommodations are provided per discretion by the school.

Off-Campus Accommodations

The local area has a variety of off-campus rental housing options including single homes, duplexes, apartments and rooms for rent. Students wishing to live off-campus need to research availability on their own and should arrive well before the start of term to do so.

Homestay

There are a wide variety of homestay options available, and our partners do their best to match students and hosts according to their interests and preferences. Homestay hosts include single people, young couples with children and pets, and older couples. All homestay accommodations have been inspected, and all adults in the home have completed a required criminal reference check.

Location

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201 Presidents Circle, Salt Lake City, Utah, USA, 84112

Insttitution Details

founded

1850

School ID

3300

Institution type

Public

DLI

School Rank

201

Cost and Duration

$0 USD

Application fee

4 years

Average undergraduate program

0 year

Average graduate program

$12634 USD / Year

Cost of Living

$30838.96 USD / First Year

Gross tuition

Top Disciplines

Arts

Sciences

Business, Management and Economics

Engineering and Technology

Others

Program Levels