Quick Summary
Since 1888, Utah State University has been one of United States's prominent public land-grant research universitys, based in Logan. Ranked #1201-1400 globally by QS World University Rankings 2026, it enrolls 27943 students including 3.5% from outside United States. Known for strengths in Agriculture & Forestry, Biological Sciences, Education, it maintains an acceptance rate of 94%.
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Institutional Profile
Who they are
USU is a premier R1 research institution offering a high-quality education with a lower cost of living and exceptional outdoor recreational opportunities in the Cache Valley.
Subject Strengths
Agriculture & ForestryBiological SciencesEducationEnvironmental SciencesEngineering - Aerospace
Founded1888
TypePublic Land-grant Research University
Total Students27943
Intl Students3.5%
Faculty Ratio19
CampusResidential
Campus Size400 acres
Affiliated HospitalsNot Available
AccreditationNorthwest Commission on Colleges and Universities (NWCCU)
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Global Standing
Three independent ranking systems
QS World 2026
#1201-1400
Quacquarelli Symonds
Times Higher Ed
#801-1000
THE World University
ARWU Shanghai
#701-800
Academic Ranking
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Academics & Research
What you can study
Associate,Bachelor,Master,PhD,Educational Specialist
Programs
42
PhD Programs
70
Online Programs
Space Dynamics Laboratory,Utah Water Research Laboratory,Bingham Research Center,Center for Anticipatory Intelligence
Research Centers
Very High
Research Output
Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities (NWCCU)
Accreditation
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Admissions Brief
What it takes to get in
Entry Requirements
Acceptance Rate94%
IELTS6.5
TOEFL71
Min GPA3
GREOptional for most programs
GMATOptional for most programs
SATOptional
ACTOptional
Key Dates
FALLApplication Deadline · August 1
SPRINGApplication Deadline · December 1
MAR-APRDecisions Released
Required Documents
TranscriptsSOPEnglish ScoresLORsPassport
Insider Tip
Submit your application by the December 1 priority deadline for maximum scholarship consideration. International students should provide certified translations of all transcripts.
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Cost Ledger
Annual estimate
UG Tuition
$25,800/yr
per year · USD
Living Cost
$13,500/yr
per year · USD
PG Tuition
$23,500/yr
per year · USD
Application Fee
$50
one time · USD
Total Estimated Annual Cost
$39,300/yr
tuition + living + essentials · USD
Scholarships AvailableAvailable
Avg Scholarship$5,500
Financial AidAvailable
Work-StudyAvailable
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Featured & Popular Programs
A sample from Associate,Bachelor,Master,PhD,Educational Specialist programs total
| Program | Level | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Elementary Education | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
| Business Administration | MASTER | 1-2 YRS |
| Psychology | PHD | 3-5 YRS |
| Mechanical Engineering | MBA | 12-24 MO |
| Communicative Disorders and Deaf Education | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
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Career Outcomes
Where graduates land
$56,000
Average Salary After Graduation
91%
Employment Rate
Internship PlacementStrong career services support with dedicated internship coordinators in each college.
Industry Connections
NASABoeingNorthrop GrummanThermo Fisher ScientificU.S. Department of Agriculture
Notable Alumni
Bobby Wagner,Lars Peter Hansen,Merlin Olsen,Mary L. Cleave
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Campus & Student Life
Life beyond lectures
Housing
On-campus available
Sports Facilities
Maverik Stadium,Dee Glen Smith Spectrum,Aggie Legacy Fields,Wayne Estes Center
Student Clubs
200
Library Resources
Merrill-Cazier Library,Anne Carroll Moore Children's Library,Digital Exhibit Space
Exchange Programs
Available
Summer Programs
Available