C
Average
Score: 50/100
Overall (traditional)
B
Outcome Rating
65/100 · earnings-weighted

Utica University

4-Year Private Non-Profit
📍 Utica, New York 13502
ℹ️
Rating Context: ⚠️ Limited Data Available. Some metrics for this institution are incomplete or unavailable, which may affect the overall grade. Consider researching this school directly for the most current information.

Suggested Focus: For this type of institution, we recommend prioritizing the Outcomes Score (B) which measures graduation and job placement rates — the most relevant metrics for career programs.
Graduation Rate: 55%
Outcomes
B
69/100
Affordability
F
26/100
Resources
C
54/100
Experience
B
70/100
Prestige
D
31/100

Two ratings: the overall grade compares colleges the conventional way (outcomes, cost, resources, experience, reputation). The Outcome Rating asks what students earn: 60% wage-adjusted earnings 10 years after enrolling, 25% graduation, 15% retention. Methodology

Quick Stats

3,733
Total Enrollment
55%
Graduation Rate
73%
Retention Rate
14.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
87%
Acceptance Rate
N/A
Avg Net Price

Earnings, Debt & Completion

What happens to students who enroll at Utica University, from the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard.

$63,277
Median earnings 10 yrs after entry
$57,422
Median earnings 6 yrs after entry
$22,500
Median debt at graduation
56.2%
Completion rate (within 150% of normal time)
1,110
Average SAT
33.4%
Students receiving Pell grants

Typical debt at graduation equals about 36% of one year’s median earnings ten years after entry.

Earnings rank: 67th percentile among bachelor’s-degree-focused colleges after a partial adjustment for local wage levels (NY wage index 1.10). This drives the Outcome Rating.

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, retrieved Oct 2026. Earnings are for federally aided students who enrolled, whether or not they graduated.

Earnings by Major at Utica University

Median pay of bachelor's degree graduates by field of study, and how each program ranks against every college reporting that major — by raw pay and adjusted for state wage levels. Same school, very different paychecks.

Major1 yr after4 yrs aftervs. nationalRank (pay)Rank (wage-adj.)Median debt
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing$78,857$94,981+7%#209 of 966#400$18,750
Homeland Security$57,215$82,733+18%#3 of 33#8$25,000
Criminal Justice and Corrections$45,521$69,898+26%#26 of 660#52$24,345
Construction Management$66,541————$27,000
Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences$32,043$62,369+2%#61 of 156#75$23,638
Business/Managerial Economics$22,841$60,150-23%#80 of 84#84—
Rehabilitation and Therapeutic Professions$39,478$56,113+1%#40 of 85#47$27,000
Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication—$55,344-13%#137 of 178#161—
Business Administration, Management and Operations$38,356$53,705-21%#1000 of 1176#1095$21,500
Research and Experimental Psychology$31,695$53,457-4%#51 of 82#53$23,250
Accounting and Related Services—$51,882-32%#786 of 796#793—
Psychology$30,715$50,847+0%#470 of 1027#648$26,000
Communication and Media Studies$23,890$44,969-20%#565 of 660#616$24,345
Biology$25,786————$27,750

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, field-of-study data. Earnings are for graduates who received federal aid and were working; small programs are not reported.

For parents & investors

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  • Avg home value near campus: $212,030
  • Avg rent near campus: $1,527/mo — vs ~$663/mo campus room rate
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 13502 (5.6% cap, Utica)

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🏆 Where Utica University Ranks

Rankings based on Repit College Grade among schools offering each program.

🥉
Financial Forensics and Fraud Investigation
of 3 schools
#5
Critical Infrastructure Protection
of 6 schools
#19
Corrections and Criminal Justice, Other
of 25 schools
#19
Developmental and Child Psychology
of 23 schools
#19
Clinical/Medical Social Work
of 22 schools

Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $23,208 $23,208
Room $5,970
Board $7,110
Total Cost (On-Campus) $40,191 $40,191

Financial Aid

98%
Receive Any Aid
38%
Receive Pell Grants
75%
Take Out Loans
N/A
Avg Net Price

Programs & Career Paths

Top Degree Programs

Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.

Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse 252 grads/yr Critical Infrastructure Protection 101 grads/yr Family Practice Nurse/Nursing 98 grads/yr Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, General 88 grads/yr Business Administration and Management, General 74 grads/yr Physical Therapy/Therapist 61 grads/yr Corrections and Criminal Justice, Other 54 grads/yr Occupational Therapy/Therapist 44 grads/yr Developmental and Child Psychology 39 grads/yr Clinical/Medical Social Work 35 grads/yr Health/Health Care Administration/Management 34 grads/yr Physical Education Teaching and Coaching 33 grads/yr Financial Forensics and Fraud Investigation 29 grads/yr Construction Management, General 23 grads/yr Psychology, General 19 grads/yr Communication, General 19 grads/yr Special Education and Teaching, General 17 grads/yr Secondary Education and Teaching 14 grads/yr Hospital and Health Care Facilities Administration/Management 14 grads/yr Sport and Fitness Administration/Management 14 grads/yr

Related Career Paths

Careers that graduates from Utica University's top programs commonly pursue.

Registered nurses
$94k/yr 3,391,000 jobs
Nursing instructors and teachers, postsecondary
$80k/yr 91,600 jobs
Managers, all other
$137k/yr 1,333,700 jobs
First-line supervisors of police and detectives
$106k/yr 160,800 jobs
Emergency management directors
$86k/yr 13,200 jobs
Nurse practitioners
$129k/yr 320,400 jobs
Chief executives
$206k/yr 309,400 jobs
Compensation and benefits managers
$140k/yr 20,900 jobs

Student Demographics

3,733
Total Students
63%
Women
78%
Traditional Age (18-24)

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 62%
Hispanic 8%
Black 10%
Asian 4%
Two or More 3%
Non-Resident 2%

🏠 Living Arrangements

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 31%
Hybrid (Some Online) 26%
Fully Online 43%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 78%
25-64 (Adult) 18%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Utica University?
Utica University has an acceptance rate of 87%. This indicates a less selective admissions process with good chances for qualified applicants.
How much does it cost to attend Utica University?
Tuition at Utica University is $23,208 for in-state students and $23,208 for out-of-state students .
What is the graduation rate at Utica University?
The graduation rate at Utica University is 55%. This graduation rate is below average. Consider factors like program type and student demographics when evaluating.
Is Utica University a good school?
Utica University has a Repit College Score of 50/100 (Grade: C). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (B): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (F): Net cost and financial aid access
  • Resources (C): Class sizes and selectivity
  • Experience (B): Campus life and learning format
  • Prestige (D): Reputation and recognition
Note: As a smaller institution, we recommend focusing on the Outcomes score when evaluating this school.
How many students attend Utica University?
Utica University has a total enrollment of 3,733 students. Most students (78%) are traditional college-age (18-24).

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Data source: IPEDS 2023-24 | Last updated: October 2026 | Methodology