Utah State University

As of Fall 2024, the total student enrollment at USU is 28,900. This includes 1,621 international students. Out of the total student enrollment, 25,000+ are UG students and 3,100+ are PG students. The student body at this university represents 80 countries. Some of the countries from where international students at this university hail are India, China, Japan, Hong Kong, Australia, UK, etc. Also, international students can work on-campus while studying at USU.

The acceptance rate of USU is around 94%. This means that it is slightly easier to take admission to this university. So, to take admission to this university, applicants who have a good academic background and meet the entry requirements have a higher chance of getting admission. For admission to UG courses, a GPA of 2.7 is required in high school / secondary school education. For admission to PG courses, a GPA of 3.0 is required. Additionally, meet the English language requirements.

Yes, Utah State has a dry campus policy (no alcohol). On-campus students can enjoy many activities all year round. There are 25 club sports teams. Additionally, students can check out the 200+ student-run clubs and organizations. Additionally, there are many recreational facilities at the campus. Also, various health facilities are there at the campus such as Health and Wellness Center. Additionally, Counselling and Psychological services are available for students.

Utah State ranks at #259 in the 2025 edition of National Universities category. As per Washington Monthly, this university ranked at #18 in the public universities category nationally in 2023. Additionally, there are 370+ course options available. Known for its cutting-edge research, USU is an R1 institution recognised by Carnegie. It is known for a few of its courses in academic fields like Engineering, Agriculture, Business, Education, etc. USU is a premier land and space grant institution.

For one academic year, the average tuition fees at USU ranged between INR 20.2 L - 27.14 L. The UG tuition fee is USD 14,368 for 9 months. The course-wise tuition fees can be checked from the table given below:

Additionally, students are required to pay the living expenses. The living expenses for UG students are given as follows:

USU offers courses at the Undergraduate and Graduate levels. More than 370 courses are offered at this university. At the UG level, 120+ courses are offered and at the PG level, 130+ course options are there. A few of the popular UG degrees are Psychology, Economics, Computer Science, Mechanical Engineering, etc. A few of the study areas are given below:

• Biology
• Biological Engineering
• Neuroscience
• Biochemistry
• Political Science
• History
• Statistics

USU University requires a Bachelor's degree for admission to MS in Computer Science. Additionally, a GPA of 3.0 is required. Also, an English language proficiency score is also required. So, the applicants can submit an IELTS score with 6.0 / TOEFL with 79 in iBT. Additionally, a course in Data Structure and Algorithms with a grade C or better is required. Submit the following application materials too:

• Three letters of recommendation
• Academic transcripts
• A resume
• Statement of purpose

IELTS / TOEFL scores are required for international student admission to USU. The minimum test scores required in these tests are given below:

For Utah State University admissions, the applicants are required to have a minimum GPA. The GPA requirements differ for UG and PG courses. The minimum requirements are given below:

• UG: A GPA of 2.7 is required in high school / secondary school education
• PG: For admission to PG courses, a GPA of 3.0 is required

Along with meeting the minimum GPA requirements, do submit an English language proficiency score. IELTS / TOEFL scores are accepted for admission.

To take admission to the Utah State University MBA course, the applicants are required to have an UG degree with a 3.0 GPA. The application for this can be submitted online. The application fee for this course is USD 55 (Around INR 4,700). The application materials required for this course are:

• Resume
• Statement of Purpose
• Reference letters
• Academic transcripts
• English language proficiency score: IELTS score of 6.0 / TOEFL with 79 in iBT / PTE score of 53