Southern Utah University
Cedar City, Utah · Public
Southern Utah University admitted 100% of 16,235 applicants (Common Data Set 2025-2026). Test scores aren’t considered (test blind). 51% of students graduate within six years.
Your chances at Southern Utah University
Enter a score to see whether Southern Utah University is a reach, target or likely school for you.
It doesn’t look at test scores, so this uses the admit rate (100%) alone.
A rough read from the admit rate and test scores only. Grades, courses, essays and activities matter as much or more. To see your whole list at once, use the chances calculator.
Application deadlines
Southern Utah University’s first-year deadlines for 2026–27 on the Common App:
- Regular decision
- Rolling admission
The application is free.
Deadlines end at 11:59 p.m. in your own time zone. From Common App’s requirements grid, updated September 25, 2026. Check Southern Utah University’s admissions site before you submit. See every college’s deadlines or early decision vs. early action.
Early decision and early action
Southern Utah University offers early action but didn’t report its early admit rate.
What admissions weighs
How Southern Utah University rates each part of an application, from its Common Data Set.
Very important
- GPA
Important
- –
Considered
- –
Not considered
- Course rigor
- Class rank
- Test scores
- Essay
- Recommendations
- Interview
- Activities
- Talent or ability
- Character
- First generation
- Legacy
- Where you live
- State residency
- Religion
- Volunteering
- Work experience
- Showing interest
High school GPA
First-year students averaged a 3.48 GPA. 19% of those who reported a class rank were in the top 10% of their class.
Some colleges report weighted GPAs, so compare loosely.
What it costs
Full price with housing is $20,294 in-state and $34,110 out-of-state a year. After grants, students paid $12,375 on average (in-state).
Average price after grants, by family income, for in-state students:
Quick answers
What is Southern Utah University’s acceptance rate?
Southern Utah University admitted 100% of applicants: 16,231 of 16,235 (Common Data Set 2025-2026).
When is Southern Utah University’s application deadline?
Southern Utah University uses rolling admission for 2026–27 and has no early round on the Common App, so applying early in the fall gives you the best shot at open spots and aid.
How much is Southern Utah University’s application fee?
The application is free for 2026–27.
Does Southern Utah University have supplemental essays?
No. Southern Utah University doesn’t ask for a supplemental essay or the Common App personal essay for 2026–27.
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