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Inter­national Fresh­man Admis­sions & Under­graduate Costs

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International Freshmen are first-year applicants who are completing or have completed their secondary education (high school) and have not yet attended any post-secondary institution (college or university).

This is only the beginning. Ready to hit the ground running? Read on to learn how to begin your journey at the U!

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Your Future Begins With U

  1. Review Admissions Standards and Deadlines

    The University of Utah accepts undergraduate applications for the spring semester, summer terms and fall semester.

    The University of Utah academic calendar is divided into three semesters.

    Deadlines and applications for the next year are made available in August of the current year. Below are the application deadlines for each term:

    • Spring due Jan 1
    • Full Summer due May 1
    • Second Summer Term due Jun 1
    • Fall due Aug 1

    Remember: International students must meet both application deadlines and I-20 document deadlines.

    Review Undergraduate Admissions Standards

    See I-20 deadlines

  2. Submit Your Application

    Apply for admission by completing and submitting the Common Application.

    • Once you’ve started your application, you can save and continue at any time until submitted.
    • After submission, changes cannot be made.
    • For more information, see the Common App guide for first-time students.
    Application fees

    International students have a non-refundable application fee of $65.

    • Students who will study at the U on a visa are not eligible for need-based fee waivers.
    • Applications are not complete until the application fee has been paid.
    • Fees must be paid online within the application.
    F-1 visa applicants who currently live outside the US

    If you are pursuing an F-1 student visa, the following criteria must be met in order for the university to issue an initial I-20 Certificate of Eligibility:

    • An admissions decision has been reached
    • All immigration documents have been received and verified

    For any admissions timeline-related questions, please contact our office.

    The immigration document deadlines for students living outside the United States are as follows:

    • Spring: November 1
    • Summer: April 1
    • Fall: June 1

  3. Submit Required Documents

    Transcripts (mark sheets, school records, grades) for secondary school (9-12) are required.

    • If transcripts are only written in a language other than English, please provide an official English translation.
    • We will accept unofficial copies of transcripts for any schools outside of the U.S. to complete your application.
    • Please note that if you are admitted, we will require official copies of your transcripts.
    • Unofficial transcripts can be sent to us directly at admisstranscripts@utah.edu.

    Before starting classes at the University of Utah, you must submit an official copy of your secondary school transcript and proof of graduation directly to the Office of Admissions.

    • If you have taken the U.S. GED or HiSET exam in lieu of a high school diploma, please have your official U.S. GED or HiSET scores sent directly from the GED or HiSET website.
    • We do not accept non-U.S. GEDs or HiSETs.

    Official printed transcripts can be dropped off in a closed envelope sealed with adhesive at the International Admissions service window in the Student Services Building (SSB) or mailed to:

    The University of Utah
    International Admissions
    201 South 1460 East, Room 250s
    Salt Lake City, UT 84112 USA

    Transcripts are considered official if your international school uses the following electronic transcript services:

    When requesting your transcripts using any of these services, please use the email admisstranscripts@utah.edu.

    View International Application Documents Info

  4. Submit Proof of English Proficiency

    English language proficiency is imperative to your success at the University of Utah. See how you can demonstrate English proficiency.

  5. Track Your Application

    Your application will be evaluated once we receive:

    • Your completed application
    • The application fee
    • All required documentation

    Please allow 7-10 business days for the online tracker to reflect newly received materials.

    Track the status of your application

Estimated Inter­national Under­graduate Expenses for I-20 Purposes

Below is a breakdown of estimated undergraduate expenses for international students requesting an I-20 from the University of Utah for FALL 2025 – SPRING 2026 – SUMMER 2026.

Total Living Expenses $28,342

Living Expenses (Housing & Food): $17,442

Books & Course Materials: $1,300

Miscellaneous & Personal Expenses (Includes Health Insurance): $9,600

Total Educational Expenses $32,895

International Student Fee ($150 per semester): $300**

International Orientation Fee (One-time charge only): $75**

Tuition and Fees: $32,520

Total Estimated Expenses $61,237

**The Office of International Student & Scholar Services charges these fees.

Undergraduate international students must only prove to have funding for 12 credit hours per semester in order for the University of Utah to issue an I-20.

House Bill 118 Tuition Waiver

You may qualify for the House Bill 118 tuition waiver, which allows eligible Utah high school graduates the opportunity to attend Utah universities and colleges and have the non-resident portion of your tuition waived.

You qualify for this waiver if you:

  • Are a foreign national legally admitted to the United States (holds a non-immigrant visa such as F-1, H-4, J-1, etc.)
  • Attended a Utah high school for three or more years.
  • Graduated or will graduate from a Utah high school or attained the equivalent of a high school diploma (GED or HiSET) in Utah.

PLEASE NOTE:

  • House Bill 118 is a Utah State law.
  • If HB118 requirements are met, proof of funding is required for I-20 issuance.
  • The estimated amount needed for an I-20 is calculated independently of the Utah State Law HB118 tuition waiver.
  • If your HB118 application is approved, you will be responsible for the resident portion of the tuition cost.

Learn more about HB 118 and other residency related tuition waivers.

Important Notes About Dependents & Actual Expenses

The estimated cost per year for each dependent is $6,000.

  • This will be calculated into the required proof of funding for each dependent requested.
  • Your actual expenses may be higher or lower than this estimate depending on your personal spending habits.
  • The estimated cost for room and board is for living on-campus.
  • If you will be living off-campus, the cost of living will likely increase.

International students pay non-resident tuition rates at the University of Utah.

  • The estimate reflects the minimum amount required for issuing an I-20 needed for the F-1 student visa application process.
  • Amounts are subject to change at any time.
  • All students are eligible for resident tuition rates during the summer term.