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Earn a Second Degree at the U

Second bachelor’s students are those who have completed a bachelor’s degree from any regionally accredited college or university, including the University of Utah.

If you wish to pursue a second degree at the U, read on to learn about the admissions process.

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Review Admissions Standards and Deadlines

Applicants are expected to have completed their previous degree with a cumulative GPA of 2.35 or higher.

The University of Utah uses a holistic review process to ensure all applicants have the opportunity to present a complete picture of their qualifications. Identifying each student’s capacity for academic success is essential to providing an extraordinary undergraduate experience.

Academic factors that are taken into consideration include:

  • Cumulative transferable GPA
  • Rigor of course selection
  • Grade trend and academic awards

Non-academic factors include:

  • Involvement in student organizations, athletics, or other extracurricular activities
  • Significant commitment to community engagement and volunteer work
  • Familial and financial responsibilities
  • Work experience
  • Extraordinary circumstances
  • Ability to contribute to and benefit from a culturally and intellectually diverse learning community

All applications are evaluated in the order in which they are received, and notification of admissions decisions are sent on a rolling basis.

Applications submitted after these deadlines will be considered on a space-available basis.

  • Spring Applications due January 1
  • Summer (Full Term) Applications due May 1
  • Summer (Second Session) Applications due June 1
  • Fall Applications due August 1

Remember

We encourage you to apply as soon as possible.

Financial Aid & Scholarships

Did you know the University of Utah is a PAC-12 Top Affordable School? We offer a full range of scholarships, grants, work-study, and loans to make college as affordable as possible. Typically, students pursuing a second bachelor’s degree are eligible for work-study and loans. For more information, see financialaid.utah.edu.

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