Southern Utah University
#29 in Top Public Schools (tie)
Overview
Southern Utah University is a public institution that was founded in 1897. It has a total undergraduate enrollment of 12,649 (fall 2022), and the campus size is 129 acres. It utilizes a semester-based academic calendar. Southern Utah University's ranking in the 2024 edition of Best Colleges is Regional Universities West, #60. Its in-state tuition and fees are $6,770; out-of-state tuition and fees are $20,586.
Southern Utah University is a public institution that was founded in 1897. It has a total undergraduate enrollment of 12,649 (fall 2022), and the campus size is 129 acres. It utilizes a semester-based academic calendar. Southern Utah University's ranking in the 2024 edition of Best Colleges is Regional Universities West, #60. Its in-state tuition and fees are $6,770; out-of-state tuition and fees are $20,586.
At-a-Glance
Setting
N/A
In-state tuition and fees
$6,770
Undergraduate Enrollment
12,649
Acceptance Rate
84%
From the School
Southern Utah University, also known as the University of the Parks, is a safe, residential campus located in beautiful Cedar City, Utah. The caring campus community at SUU puts students first by creating access to a quality education at an affordable price. SUU goes above and beyond to find innovative solutions to help the over 14,000 students succeed on campus and online. With more than 150+ undergraduate programs, 32 graduate and certificate programs, and a professional doctorate degree, students are offered world-class, hands-on learning opportunities to gain professional experience giving them a competitive edge before entering the job market.
With graduation rates 10 points higher than the national average, SUU’s graduates go on to top companies, start their own businesses, or attend the best graduate schools in the country.
Founded in 1897, Southern Utah University is a public, coeducational, nonsectarian university with full accreditation from the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities.
Southern Utah University, also known as the University of the Parks, is a safe, residential campus located in beautiful Cedar City, Utah. The caring campus community at SUU puts students first by creating access to a quality education at an affordable price. SUU goes above and beyond to find innovative solutions to help the over 14,000 students succeed on campus and online. With more than 150+ undergraduate programs, 32 graduate and certificate programs, and a professional doctorate degree, students are offered world-class, hands-on learning opportunities to gain professional experience giving them a competitive edge before entering the job market.
With graduation rates 10 points higher than the national average, SUU’s graduates go on to top companies, start their own businesses, or attend the best graduate schools in the country.
Founded in 1897, Southern Utah University is a public, coeducational, nonsectarian university with full accreditation from the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities.
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Admissions
Cost
Out-of-State Tuition & Fees
$20,586
In-State Tuition & Fees
$6,770
Room & Board
$8,824(2023-24)
Average Need-Based Aid Package
$13,222
$13,095
$13,095
Out-of-State Tuition & Fees
$20,586
In-State Tuition & Fees
$6,770
Room & Board
$8,824(2023-24)
Average Need-Based Aid Package
$13,222
*Average in-state cost after aid
Academics
29%
22:1
39%
Popular Majors
MAJOR
% OF GRADUATES
ALUMNI STARTING SALARY
Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services
14%
N/A
Education
7%
N/A
Health Professions and Related Programs
7%
N/A
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
7%
N/A
Psychology
7%
N/A
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Students
12,649
Graduate Enrollment
1,681
Total Enrollment
14,330
Full-Time Degree-Seeking Students
7,820
Student Diversity
Gender Distribution
Ethnic Diversity
13%
Minority Enrollment
13%
Minority Enrollment
73%
White
9%
Unknown
7%
Hispanic
5%
International
2%
Black
1%
American Indian
1%
Asian
1%
Pacific Islander
1%
Two or more races
Not Specified is not included in this breakdown due to an enrollment of 0%.
Campus Life
Housing and Dorms
Types of campus housing available:
Student Activities
N/A
Sports Teams
N/A
Fraternities
N/A
Sororities
After College
Graduation Rate
29%
Graduating Students Who Have Borrowed (any loan type, 2021)
33%
Average Debt at Graduation
$19,342
$38,729
$38,729
Graduation Rate
29%
Graduating Students Who Have Borrowed (any loan type, 2021)
33%
Average Debt at Graduation
$19,342
Reviews & Ratings
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College at SUU is much more than simply going to class and doing homework. It is gaining mentors in my professors and getting a job on campus and working with my best friends. I really have created a family away from home here. So, from someone who thought that college might not be for me, who almost dropped out completely before coming to SUU–I want to say that college IS for you. Not only can you “make it work,” but it really can be the best time of your life. SUU has been that for me.
Tiffany Chin, Biology & Healthcare Studies Alum
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