For an undergraduate application, visit the application tracker portalto track the status of your University of Utah application. Enter the email address used on your application to retrieve log-in credentials upon first log-in.
For a graduate application, visit the link emailed to you upon application submission.
Our application software prohibits updates or changes once you’ve submitted an application.
If you need to add pertinent information or make changes to your application file, please contact your Admission Counselor.
The application fee is:
- $55 for domestic students
- $65 for international students
Fees are non-refundable and must be paid online through the Common Application or Utah application portal.
The fee may be waived for applicants who provide documented proof of:
- Financial hardship
- Utah permanent address (first-time freshman only)
- Military connections
Students who will study at the U on a visa are not eligible for need-based fee waivers.
Applications are not complete until the application fee has been paid.
An application fee waiver will automatically be given to the following groups of students (if you indicate that you are eligible for this fee waiver on the application, you will not be prompted to submit payment):
- First-time Freshman who have a permanent address in Utah or attend(ed) a tribal high school in Utah
- Military-connected students (meaning a student is an active military member, veteran, or the dependent of an active military member or veteran)
Waivers may also be granted to applicants experiencing financial hardship. You may qualify for a fee waiver based on, but not limited to, any of the following circ*mstances:
- You have submitted a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) and are eligible to receive a Federal Pell Grant.
- You have received or are eligible to receive an ACT or SAT testing fee waiver.
- You are eligible to participate in the Federal Free or Reduced Price Lunch program (FRPL).
- Your family’s annual income falls within the Income Eligibility Guidelines set by the USDA Food and Nutrition Service.
- You are enrolled in a federal, state, or local program that aids students from low-income families (e.g. TRIO programs such as Upward Bound).
- Your family receives public assistance.
- You live in federally subsidized public housing, a foster home, or are homeless.
- You are a ward of the state or an orphan.
- Vocational Rehabilitation or Veteran’s Administration is paying part or all of your educational expenses.
- Your familial circ*mstances make the application fee an excessive burden.
Please submit proof of financial need to our office in one of the following ways:
- Fax : (801)585-7864
- Mail: 201 S 1460 E, Rm 250 S Student Services Building Salt Lake City, UT 84112
- Email: admissions_feewaiver@utah.edu.
Freshmen applying through the Common Application should indicate the following:
- That you would like an application fee waiver
- Your reason for the fee waiver request.
Please review your application tracker to verify the receipt and approval of your waiver request.
Please submit official transcripts from all regionally accredited high schools, colleges or universities previously attended by contacting the appropriate transcript office at each institution.
Paper transcripts can be mailed directly from the college or university, or brought in an envelope sealed by the school to:
The Office of Admissions
201 S 1460 E, Rm 250S
Salt Lake City, UT 84112
Electronic transcripts can be requested through one of the following services:
- Credential Solutions/Parchment/Naviance
- National Student Clearing House
- eScript-Safe
- Scoir
- ScribOnline
- My eQuals
- MyCreds
- Digitary(see “How does Digitary work?” section)
- Vitnemalsportalen Diploma Registry
- University of Mumbai Online Attestation
If prompted for a recipient email address when ordering your transcript, please use admisstranscripts@utah.edu.
Transcripts sent directly through email or fax will not be considered official.
Any documents received prior to submission of an application will post to a student’s file when the Office of Admissions has received your completed application.
If official transcripts reflect a name or surname other than what appears on your application, this may prevent the automatic matching of transcripts to the corresponding application.
Students who have name differences among sent transcripts should contact the Office of Admissions at 801-581-8761.
We do not. You are required to request and send transcripts from previously attended institutions yourself.
Official transcripts must be sent from each regionally accredited institution attended separately.
Freshman applicants are those who have taken no college courses after graduating from high school.
Any college courses taken in high school do not impact freshman status.
Applications are reviewed in the context of both academic and personal achievements.
Primary factors include:
- GPA
- Strength of academic program (number and rigor of courses taken)
- Grade trends
Experiences such as extracurricular activities, family responsibilities, work history and demonstrations of leadership are also considered, as is any information you wish to share about your personal experiences.
For an undergraduate application, sign in to the application trackerusing your university ID number (Unid) or your email address.
For a graduate application, visit the link emailed to you upon application submission.
Test scores can sometimes take up to a week to be received in our office and added to a student’s file.
The application tracker reflects the status of test scores received.
Any missing application materials will be marked as “Please Send”.
When logged into the application tracker, select Undergrad App Checklist under “Checklist” and click the ‘View checklist’ button.
Scroll down to the bottom of the page; the most recent application is the last checklist listed.
The total cost of attending the U can vary based on program, residency status, financial need, and scholarships received.
Please refer to the tuition calculator for a cost estimate.
House Bill 118 and House Bill 144 (commonly abbreviated as HB 118 and HB 144) are non-resident tuition waivers that waive the non-resident portion of tuition for those that qualify.
Each house bill has its own requirements outlined here.
Both waivers require that a student:
- Attended a Utah high school for at least 3 years
- Graduated from a Utah high school
HB 118 is only available to students who are in the U.S. on a non-immigrant visa.
Students in the U.S. on a visa are not eligible for HB 144.
Prior learning credit will be evaluated based on the scores achieved and only awarded to your file once you have matriculated.
For further information on scores required and other prior learning credit information, please refer to the Prior Learning Credit webpage.
Non-degree seeking students may register for courses during the open enrollment period.
View open enrollment dates here.
The University of Utah does not require applicants or admitted students to attend a campus tour since demonstrated interest is not a factor in our admission decisions.
Students often find, however, that visiting our campus and learning more about our community helps them decide whether they want to attend the U.
Campus tours are offered year-round and include an information session with an Admission Counselor.
University of Utah accepts a General Educational Development (GED) test in place of a high school diploma for admissions purposes.
At this time the University of Utah only accepts the U.S. version of the GED or HiSET, and the official test score must be sent directly to the Office of Admissions.
Freshmen applicants with a GED or HiSET are required to submit an official ACT or SAT test score to be considered for admission.
After you’ve submitted an application, it can take several weeks to process an admissions decision. Application processing times vary based on the type of application (i.e., freshman, transfer, etc.) and the time of year.
If, at the initial evaluation, not all required application materials have been received, the Office of Admissions will notify you via email.
When all required information and documents are received, it can take an additional 2-6 weeks from that time before a final admission decision is processed.
Admitted undergraduate students will be notified starting on the University notification date (varies by term) and on a rolling basis thereafter.
Letters of recommendation are optional for undergrad applicants and can be emailed directly to admissions@utah.edu.
Freshman applicants can upload their letters of recommendation through the Common App.
With some exceptions, the University of Utah does not admit incoming undergraduate students directly to their major. You are advised to select the “pre-major” that best fits your anticipated major on your application.
The “pre-major” is not binding and there is no penalty if you change your major while at the University of Utah. After being admitted, you are encouraged to find time to meet with your major advisor to discuss the details of declaring your anticipated major.