University of Utah and Brigham Young University are frequently compared when students or parents prepare college admissions. The U is a four-year, public school located in Salt Lake City, UT and BYU is a four-year, private (not-for-profit) school located in Provo, UT.
The following list compares two colleges briefly in important perspectives. You can compare them with comprehensive information on full comparison page.
| University of Utah | vs. | Brigham Young University |
|---|---|---|
| Salt Lake City, Utah | Location | Provo, Utah |
| Four-year, Public | School Type | four-year, Private (not-for-profit) |
| Doctor's degree | Highest Degree Offered | Doctor's degree |
| Research University (very high research activity) | Carnegie Classification | Research University (high research activity) |
In-State$9,620
Out-Of-State$30,860 | 2025 Tuition & Fees | $6,688 |
| 60% | % Receiving Financial Aid | 73% |
| $10,995 | Average Amount of Financial Aid | $7,639 |
| 85.98 % | Acceptance Rates | 67.78 % |
| 26.02 % | Yield (Enrollment Rates) | 77.53 % |
| 1,285 | SAT Score | 1,360 |
| 26 | ACT Score | 30 |
| 65 % | Graduation Rate | 81 % |
| - | Transfer-out Rate | - |
| 86 % | Retention Rate | 91 % |
| 36,894 | Student Population | 35,873 |
| 2,500 | Number of Faculties | 1,308 |
| 19 to 1 | Students to Faculty Ratio | 21 to 1 |
| Distance Learning (Online Classes), ROTC, Study Abroad, Weekend/Evening College, Teacher Certification | Special Learning Opportunities | Distance Learning (Online Classes), ROTC, Study Abroad, Teacher Certification |
| Academic/career counseling service, Employment services, Placement services, On-campus daycare | On Campus Student Services | Academic/career counseling service, Employment services, Placement services |
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