Official NCES IPEDS & Common Data Set Admissions Statistics (2025-2026 Cycle)
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University of Utah Acceptance Rate

Comprehensive admissions statistics, middle 50% SAT/ACT test score percentiles, GPA requirements, deadlines, and cost of attendance according to official NCES IPEDS and Common Data Set reports.

Official Acceptance Rate
89.1%

89 admitted per 100 applicants

Total Applicants
27,000
Undergraduate pool
Total Admitted
24,057
Offers extended
Enrolled Freshmen
5,200
Yield: 21.6%
Middle 50% SAT
1180-1380
25th-75th Percentile
Middle 50% ACT
22-30
Composite score
Average High School GPA
3.66
Unweighted 4.0 scale

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3.85
Composite SAT Score 1480
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Estimated Admission Likelihood
6% - 10% (~2.4x baseline rate)
Reach (<35%) Target (35%-70%) Safety (>70%)
Academic Profile vs Middle 50% Benchmarks:
Your GPA vs School Avg
3.85 vs 3.98 Below Avg
Your SAT vs Mid-50%
1480 vs 1490-1580 Near 25th %
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Utah Standardized Test Score Distributions

Breakdown of the 25th percentile (bottom quarter) vs 75th percentile (top quarter) of matriculated students.

SAT Middle 50% Distribution

1600 Scale
Composite Total Range 1180 – 1380
Reading & Writing (EBRW) 580 – 690
Math Section 590 – 700
Current Testing Policy Test-Optional permanently

ACT & GPA Academic Benchmarks

36 Scale / 4.0 GPA
ACT Composite 25th Percentile 22
ACT Composite 75th Percentile 30
Average High School Unweighted GPA 3.66 / 4.00
Estimated Class Rank Top 10% of high school graduating class

Application Deadlines & Admissions Plans

Regular Decision (RD) Deadline February 1
Early Application Deadline December 1
Early Admissions Plan Type Early Action
Application Fee $55 (Fee waivers accepted)

Tuition & Estimated Cost of Attendance

In-State Tuition & Fees $9,615 / year
Out-of-State Tuition & Fees $31,810 / year
Institutional Type Public research university
Official Admissions Portal Visit Utah

University of Utah Admissions FAQ

Frequently asked questions regarding admission requirements, GPA, and test percentiles for Utah.

What is the acceptance rate for University of Utah?

The official undergraduate acceptance rate for University of Utah (Utah) is approximately 89.1%. For every 100 applicants, around 89 students are admitted, according to latest NCES IPEDS and Common Data Set reports.

What GPA do you need to get into Utah?

Admitted students to Utah typically have an average unweighted high school GPA of around 3.66 on a 4.0 scale. Most successful applicants take rigorous AP, IB, or Honors courses and rank in the top quartile of their graduating class.

What are the middle 50% SAT and ACT scores for Utah?

The middle 50% SAT score range for admitted students is 1180 to 1380. For the ACT, the middle 50% composite score is 22 to 30. Scoring in the upper 75th percentile significantly increases your admissions chances.

What is the application deadline for University of Utah?

The regular decision application deadline for University of Utah is February 1. Early applicants typically submit their materials by December 1 under the Early Action admissions plan.

Is Utah test-optional in 2025-2026?

University of Utah's testing policy status: Test-Optional permanently. Please verify program-specific requirements on the official admissions portal before submitting.