Utah State University
Logan, Utah · Public
Utah State University admitted 92% of 21,235 applicants (Common Data Set 2025-2026). First-year students who sent the SAT scored 1090–1310 in the middle half. Test scores are optional. 55% of students graduate within six years.
Your chances at Utah State University
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Application deadlines
Utah State University’s first-year deadlines for 2026–27 on the Common App:
- Early action
- December 1, 2026
- Regular decision
- July 29, 2027
The application fee is $50, and Utah State University accepts the Common App fee waiver.
Deadlines end at 11:59 p.m. in your own time zone. From Common App’s requirements grid, updated September 25, 2026. Check Utah State University’s admissions site before you submit. See every college’s deadlines or early decision vs. early action.
Early decision and early action
Utah State University doesn’t report an early decision or early action round.
What admissions weighs
How Utah State University rates each part of an application, from its Common Data Set.
Very important
- GPA
- Test scores
Important
- –
Considered
- Course rigor
- Class rank
- Recommendations
Not considered
- Essay
- 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 3.60 GPA. 22% 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 $22,920 in-state and $38,494 out-of-state a year. After grants, students paid $15,825 on average (in-state).
Average price after grants, by family income, for in-state students:
Quick answers
What is Utah State University’s acceptance rate?
Utah State University admitted 92% of applicants: 19,562 of 21,235 (Common Data Set 2025-2026).
When is Utah State University’s early action deadline?
For 2026–27, early action is due December 1, 2026 and regular decision is due July 29, 2027. Common App deadlines end at 11:59 p.m. in your own time zone.
What SAT score do you need for Utah State University?
The middle half of admitted students who sent the SAT scored 1090 to 1310, with a median around 1190. A score at or above 1190 puts you in the top half of admitted students who sent one.
How much is Utah State University’s application fee?
The application fee is $50 for 2026–27, and Utah State University accepts the Common App fee waiver.
Does Utah State University have supplemental essays?
No. Utah State University doesn’t ask for a supplemental essay or the Common App personal essay for 2026–27.
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