7 Best Colleges in Utah

Overview

Brigham Young University was founded in 1875 in Provo, Utah, by the Church of Jesus Christ Latter-day Saints (LDS Church) and the universitys namesake Brigham Young. The Provo campus has 557 acres; however, there are other campuses in Idaho and Hawaii. Brigham Young University-Provo has the #1 Accounting program, #1 Best-value private law school and #3 when it comes to graduates graduating with the least debt.

Features

Brigham Young University-Provo offers 178 majors for 30,400 undergraduate students. Inside the classroom, the student-faculty ratio is 20-to-1. Nearly 56% of the classes have less than 20 students. Outside the classroom, student can access over 70 student organizations. Brigham Young University-Provo participates in NCAA Division I sports teams. Top majors include:

Notables

Brigham Young University is known for a several serious reasons their strict honor code, their adherence to LDS teachings. However, they are also known for other reasons having the first on-campus, full-service grocery store and sending over 70 players to the NFL in the last 30 years. This school has found a way to merge faith and practice.

Overview

The University of Utah (The U of U) was founded in 1850 in Salt Lake, Utah. It is the oldest institution of higher education in Utah. Today, U of U has over 1,535 acres and is the states flagship research university. It is named #1 for the entertainment arts and engineering programs.

Features

The University of Utah offers over 100 majors for 23,800 undergraduate students. Inside the classroom, the student-faculty ratio is 16-to-1. Nearly 40% of the classes have less than 20 students. Outside the classroom, student can access over 100 student organizations including Greek Chapters. The University of Utah participates in NCAA Division I PAC-12 sports. Top majors include:

Notables

The University of Utah states that they have something for everyone. A 90% retention rate seems to prove that. The U consistently creates opportunities for the local and campus community to enjoy concerts, lectures, museums, plays and gardens.

Overview

Westminster College was founded in 1875 as a preparatory school by the First Presbyterian Church of Salt Lake City, Utah. Today, it is the only private, independent liberal arts college in Utah and is located in the eclectic Sugar House district on 32-acres. Westminster sent 23 students to compete at the 2014 Sochi Winter Olympic Games the #1 higher education contributor to the games.

Features

Westminster College offers 38 majors for over 2,100 undergraduate students. Inside the classroom, the student-faculty ratio is 9-to-1. The average class size is 17 students. Nearly 73% of the classes have less than 20 students. Outside the classroom, student can access over 50 student organizations. Westminster College participates in NAIA sports teams but recently just re-joined the NCAA Division II membership process. Top majors include:

Notables

Westminster has created their own core curriculum called the WCore. The WCore is a four-year program that engage your fellow students, explore subjects by taking WSeminars and Experience life outside of Westminster, and extend your learning with a capstone project. In total, you will be required to attend 6 core classes, 4 emphases classes and 1 world experience before you graduate.

Overview

Southern Utah University (SUU) was founded in 1897 in Cedar City, Utah, to train teachers. Since then, the university has expanded greatly on its 129-acre campus with many educational possibilities for their students. Students can catch a local flight from the Cedar City airport to either Salt Lake International Airport (250 miles away) or the Las Vegas McCarran International Airport (170 miles away for connecting flights.

Features

Southern Utah University offers 140 majors for 8,000 undergraduate students. Inside the classroom, the student-faculty ratio is 18-to-1. Nearly 43% of the classes have less than 20 students. Outside the classroom, student can access over 20 student organizations. Southern Utah University participates in NCAA Division I sports. Top majors include:

Notables

Southern Utah University has an outstanding performing arts groups. One of the most notable companies is the SSU Ballroom Dance Company the group does electric American Swing, elegant waltzes, and even the Brazilian Samba.

Overview

Utah State University (USU) was founded in 1888 in Logan, Utah, near the Northern Utah Mountains. Today, USU has four campuses: Logan, Brigham City, Tooele, and Uintah Basin), 1 comprehensive regional college and extension offices in 28 of 29 Utah counties to serve students where they live. This creates a strong bond between Utah State and their communities creating the opportunity for 75% of the students to participate in an internship or experience in their vocation prior to graduation

Features

Utah State University offers over 159 majors for 24,838 undergraduate students (16,000 in Logan). Inside the classroom, the student-faculty ratio is 21-to-1. Nearly 42% of the classes have less than 20 students. Outside the classroom, student can access over 200 student organizations. Utah State University participates in NCAA Division I athletics. Top majors include:

Notables

The 400-acre main campus is a half day drive from 6 national parks and 10 major ski resorts. Today, Utah State University is the #2 university in the West, in the top 4 in the nation for the lowest tuition by Forbes Best College Buys. One of the way students can curtail costs is by borrowing a bike from the Aggie Blue Bikes lending program.

Overview

Weber State University was founded in 1889 in Ogden, Utah, by the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (LDS Church). Weber State University is named after the community as well as John Weber, an early fur trader in the area. The main Ogden campus has 526 acres. However, there are 7 other locations throughout Utah.

Features

Weber State University offers 225 certificate and degree programs for 26,318 undergraduate students. Inside the classroom, the student-faculty ratio is 20-to-1. Nearly 47% of the classes have less than 20 students. Outside the classroom, student can access over 200 student organizations. Weber State University participates in NCAA Division I sports teams. Top majors include:

Notables

Weber State University is known for being the #1 Best Online Colleges in Utah and #9 in the Best Online Nursing Programs. The university is also known for their energy efficiency and conservation. Webster puts their students first and has a great support network to ensure graduation.

Overview

Neumont University is a for-profit, not-regionally accredited technical institute founded in 2003 in Salt Lake City, Utah, by Graham Doxey, Scott McKinley and Marlow Einelund. The University is specifically focused on computer science industry that combines theory, skills and experience to create their educational curriculum experience.

Features

Neumont University offers 10 majors for less than 500 undergraduate students. Inside the classroom, the student-faculty ratio is 24-to-1. Top majors include:

Notables

Neumont University is nationally recognized for their unique, original approach to computer science education that combines classroom instruction with a collaborative learning environment and real-world projects for companies like IBM, Nike and Bosch. They say that the average starting salary is $63,000.