University of Utah
Shorelight Education (Utah Global) [SALT LAKE CITY, UT]
HIGHLIGHTS
- Utah’s top-ranked programs and credentials are recognized around the globe, contributing to a 97% alumni job placement rate.
- Utah’s award-winning and internationally recognized faculty and staff-including Guggenheim Fellows, National Academy members, and Nobel Prize winners—will mentor and encourage you to make a difference in the world.
- There are five national parks nearby, Olympic-level skiing, and only-in-Utah hiking and mountain sports.
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- Information
- About the School
- Welcome to The University of Utah!
The University of Utah is dedicated to innovation, quality of life, and creating global leaders. Located in Salt Lake City—a recognized hub for business growth and career opportunity—Utah Global at the University of Utah offers more than 100 areas of study with top programs in entrepreneurship, business, STEM, law, and game design.
Get ready to join a diverse and engaged community situated in the beautiful and rugged Wasatch Mountains, where you will find the resources and encouragement to achieve your educational and professional goals.
#48- Best Public University in the US (U.S. News & World Report, 2023)
#5- Entrepreneurship (U.S. News & World Report, 2023)
R1-Top-tier Research University (R1 Carnegie Classification®)
#1- Public University in Game Design Worldwide (The Princeton Review, 2020) - Fast Facts
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Affiliation : Public
Establishment : 1850
Membership/Accreditation : NWCCU
Enrollment : 200
Average Class Size : 10-15
Airport Pickup : Yes (Upon request)
Tuition : High
Community Type : Urban
Transportation : Shuttle, Bus, Car, Bike, Taxi - CONTACT INFORMATION
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Utah Global
University of Utah
201 PRESIDENTS CIRCLE
SALT LAKE CITY, UT 84112 U.S.A.TEL: +1 (801) 581-7200
FAX: N/A
E-mail: appsupport@utahglobal.org
Website: https://utahglobal.utah.edu/ -
- More Details
- Housing
- International students are required to live in an approved program residence. Choosing where to live while studying for your degree is important – and indicating your accommodations preferences early is a required step in the enrollment process.
Browse available housing and tell us your top choices as soon as possible. Off-campus options offer close proximity to campus with no deposit, co-signer, or Social Security number required. If you need guidance at any point in the housing process, our helpful campus teams are always available.
*Please note that your preference is taken into account, but preferred pick is not guaranteed.
Included in off-campus housing:
Furnishings
Utilities
24-hour global residence support and on-site resident advisor
Renter’s insurance
Personal property insurance
Click HERE for more information.
Housing Tour Video - Surrounding Area
- Salt Lake City, Utah is known for its quality of life and double-digit job growth. Students love the city’s energy, international culture, and outdoor recreation activities.
City Highlights
A Great Place to Live:
Salt Lake City boasts three professional sports teams, 1,800 restaurants, and one of the best urban economies in the United States.
Big Brands, Small Boutiques:
Shop City Creek Center, an indoor/outdoor mall with more than 110 stores and restaurants, including all the popular name brands.
Nightlife and More:
From the 2,500-seat Eccles Theater to small bars hidden behind secret doors, there is plenty to do on Main Street in Salt Lake City.
World-Class Museums:
Salt Lake City is home to vibrant museums that suit all interests. If you want to learn about the formation of the region’s parks, mountain ranges, lakes, and basins, head to the Natural History Museum. If you are a fan of visual arts, the Utah Museum of Fine Arts is for you. - Conditional Admission / Credit Courses
- Conditional admission is offered at both the undergraduate and postgraduate levels. Based on the academic background, level of English-language proficiency, and personal preferences, students can choose either enroll at an undergraduate or graduate accelerate program.
- Study Options
Academic Accelerator Program (AAP)
- Overview
- The Academic Accelerator Program (AAP) is a balanced first-year program for international students with good English-language skills. It supplements immersive classes taught in English with just the right amount of support.
Students in the Academic Accelerator receive:
- The right amount of support for your academic and English-speaking needs
- A full year’s worth of college credits
- Access to courses exclusively for international students
- A mix of classes with international and domestic students
[Entry Requirements]
GPA-2.5
English-
IELTS : 5.5 (no part below 5.0)
TOEFL : 68 (no sub-score below 14)
Pearson Versant™ 50, no subscore below 42
Cambridge Certificate: B2 First. No subscore below 155 - Data
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CLASS SIZE: 10 - 15 students CLASS LEVELS: 5 Levels COURSE LENGTH: 16 Weeks MINIMUM AGE: 18 Years Old REQUIREMENT: Refer to the description VISA INFORMATION: I-20 Issued Upon Request HOUSING: Off campus residence - Dates
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2025
16 WEEKS: 1/6 - 4/30 Apply by 12/1 - Costs
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- APPLICATION FEE
- US$ 0
- TUITION FEE (2024 - 2025)
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16 WEEKS US $17,210/semester - HOUSING
PLACEMENT FEE - N/A
- HOUSING FEE
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LENGTH HOMESTAY DORMITORY / ON-CAMPUS APARTMENT OFF-CAMPUS RESIDENCE 16 WEEKS US $5,850 to $12,500 - Airport Pickup Service
- Free (Upon request)
- Remarks / Other Information
- Dates and Fees are approximate and may change without prior notice.
School advises student to apply 3-6 months ahead of requested start date.
Entry and progression requirements are subject to change and may vary by program.
[How to request services before arrival]
Please provide your arrival details at least 15 days in advance to the program start date. Airport transfer is available at Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC). They need to know when you are arriving so they can confirm your housing and enrollment. Also, they offer free rides from the airport to campus. Click HERE.
NOTE: All students are required to submit arrival details before they depart for Utah. -
Extended Accelerator Program (EAP)
- Overview
- The Extended Accelerator Program (EAP) combines language, culture and academics to give students a deep understanding of life in and out of the American classroom and includes personalized English-language instruction and tutoring.
Students in the Extended Accelerator receive:
- A contextual curriculum that mixes language, culture and academics
- Exclusive access to a course focusing on life in the U.S. and in the local community
- A full year’s worth of college credits
- Extensive English-language tutoring, academic advising and student support
- Personalized English-language support specific to the classes they take
[Entry Requirements]
GPA-2.5
English-
IELTS: 5.0 (no subscore below 4.5)
TOEFL: 60 (no subscore below 12)
Pearson Versant™ 45, no subscore below 37
Cambridge Certificate: B2 First No subscore below 150 - Data
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CLASS SIZE: 10 - 15 students CLASS LEVELS: 5 Levels COURSE LENGTH: 16 Weeks MINIMUM AGE: 18 Years Old REQUIREMENT: Refer to the description VISA INFORMATION: I-20 Issued Upon Request HOUSING: Off campus residence - Dates
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2025
16 WEEKS: 1/6 - 4/30 Apply by 12/1 - Costs
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- APPLICATION FEE
- US$ 0
- TUITION FEE (2024 - 2025)
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16 WEEKS US $12,639 - HOUSING
PLACEMENT FEE - N/A
- HOUSING FEE
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LENGTH HOMESTAY DORMITORY / ON-CAMPUS APARTMENT OFF-CAMPUS RESIDENCE 16 WEEKS US $5,850 to $12,500 - Airport Pickup Service
- Free (Upon request)
- Remarks / Other Information
- Dates and Fees are approximate and may change without prior notice.
School advises student to apply 3-6 months ahead of requested start date.
Entry and progression requirements are subject to change and may vary by program.
[How to request services before arrival]
Please provide your arrival details at least 15 days in advance to the program start date. Airport transfer is available at Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC). They need to know when you are arriving so they can confirm your housing and enrollment. Also, they offer free rides from the airport to campus. Click HERE.
NOTE: All students are required to submit arrival details before they depart for Utah. -
International Direct (ID)
- Overview
- The University of Utah offers more than 100 undergraduate majors, including top-ranked programs in business, entrepreneurship, engineering and other STEM areas, education, nursing, and more. Utah’s broad spectrum of diverse academic pursuits contributes to the intellectual energy you will experience on campus.
International direct students at Utah Global receive:
- Exclusive and rigorous academic coursework
- Priority access to in-demand courses that fit their interests
- Guidance from academic advisors and mentors
- Career development and networking opportunities
- Intensive classes with domestic students
Pursue your dream degree in Salt Lake City, Utah- from Game Design to Computer Science to Business. The options are as follows:
- College of Engineering
- David Eccles School of Business
- College of Architecture and Planning
- College of Education
- College of Fine Arts
- College of Health
- College of Humanities
- College of Law
- College of Mines and Earth Sciences
- College of Nursing
- College of Pharmacy
- College of Science
- College of Social and Behavioral Science
- College of Social Work
- School for Cultural and Social Transformation
[Undergraduate Entry Requirements]
GPA: 3.0
English Language Score*: IELTS: 6.5+/ TOEFL: 80
Before you begin, note you will need the following documents:
High school/secondary school transcripts and any post-secondary transcripts. Copy of your passport, and English-language test scores*
*Acceptable English test scores include: TOEFL – iBT, IELTS, ITEP, PTE, GSCE/IGSCE - Data
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CLASS SIZE: Undergraduate CLASS LEVELS: Undergraduate Degree COURSE LENGTH: 4 Years MINIMUM AGE: 18 Years Old REQUIREMENT: Refer to the description VISA INFORMATION: I-20 Issued Upon Request HOUSING: Off campus residence - Dates
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2025
16 WEEKS: 1/6 - 4/30 Apply by 12/1 - Costs
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- APPLICATION FEE
- US$ 0
- TUITION FEE (2024 - 2025)
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16 WEEKS US $16,189 - HOUSING
PLACEMENT FEE - N/A
- HOUSING FEE
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LENGTH HOMESTAY DORMITORY / ON-CAMPUS APARTMENT OFF-CAMPUS RESIDENCE 16 WEEKS US $5,850 to $12,500 - Airport Pickup Service
- Free (Upon request)
- Remarks / Other Information
- Dates and Fees are approximate and may change without prior notice.
School advises student to apply 3-6 months ahead of requested start date.
Entry and progression requirements are subject to change and may vary by program.
[How to request services before arrival]
Please provide your arrival details at least 15 days in advance to the program start date. Airport transfer is available at Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC). They need to know when you are arriving so they can confirm your housing and enrollment. Also, they offer free rides from the airport to campus. Click HERE.
NOTE: All students are required to submit arrival details before they depart for Utah. -
- Location
United States Salt Lake City, Utah-
Location
Utah Global
University of Utah
201 PRESIDENTS CIRCLE SALT LAKE CITY, UT 84112 U.S.A. - Getting To Your School
- From Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC):
It is about an hour to the campus by car. You must provide your arrival details at least 15 days in advance to the program start date. Airport transfer is available at Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC). They need to know when you are arriving so they can confirm your housing and enrollment. Also, they offer free rides from the airport to campus, and you can confirm an airport transfer service with their request form. All students are required to submit arrival details before they depart for Utah.
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