Southern Utah University — acceptance rate 80%, tuition $6,006 in-state, $19,822 out-of-stateSouthern Utah University campus, Cedar City, UT. Photo: Iain.dalton, CC BY-SA 3.0 via Wikimedia Commons.
Outcomes
B
72/100
Affordability
C+
64/100
Resources
C
48/100
Experience
B+
78/100
Prestige
C
43/100
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
15,033
Total Enrollment
59%
Graduation Rate
74%
Retention Rate
22.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
80%
Acceptance Rate
$12,375
Avg Net Price
🏠 Housing Market Near Southern Utah University ▼
42%
of first-year students live off campus and not with family (U.S. Dept. of Education, IPEDS). Upper-year students at most universities move off campus at much higher rates, so near-campus rental demand is typically larger than this figure suggests.
What happens to students who enroll at Southern Utah University, from the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard.
$50,296
Median earnings 10 yrs after entry
$41,147
Median earnings 6 yrs after entry
$12,500
Median debt at graduation
60.7%
Completion rate (within 150% of normal time)
23
Median ACT
24.9%
Students receiving Pell grants
Typical debt at graduation equals about 25% of one year’s median earnings ten years after entry.
Earnings rank: 22nd percentile among bachelor’s-degree-focused colleges after a partial adjustment for local wage levels (UT wage index 1.11). 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 Southern Utah 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.
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
The Southern Utah University Town Property Report
Avg home value near campus: $434,397
Avg rent near campus: $1,466/mo — vs ~$449/mo campus room rate
Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 84720 (2.6% cap, Cedar City)
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🏆 Where Southern Utah University Ranks
Rankings based on Repit College Grade among schools offering each program.
🏘️ Rental Demand: ~6,269 students need off-campus housing
💻 Learning Mode
In-Person36%
Hybrid (Some Online)28%
Fully Online35%
📊 Age Distribution
18-24 (Traditional)61%
25-64 (Adult)27%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the acceptance rate at Southern Utah University?
Southern Utah University has an acceptance rate of 80%.
This indicates a less selective admissions process with good chances for qualified applicants.
How much does it cost to attend Southern Utah University?
Tuition at Southern Utah University is
$6,006 for in-state students
and $19,822 for out-of-state students
.
However, the average net price after financial aid is $12,375.
What is the graduation rate at Southern Utah University?
The graduation rate at Southern Utah University is 59%.
This graduation rate is below average. Consider factors like program type and student demographics when evaluating.
Is Southern Utah University a good school?
Southern Utah University has a Repit College Score of 61/100 (Grade: C+).
Our rating evaluates five key factors:
Outcomes (B): Graduation and retention rates
Affordability (C+): Net cost and financial aid access
Resources (C): Class sizes and selectivity
Experience (B+): Campus life and learning format
Prestige (C): Reputation and recognition
How many students attend Southern Utah University?
Southern Utah University has a total enrollment of 15,033 students.
Is there rental demand near Southern Utah University?
Yes! Approximately 42% of students at Southern Utah University live off-campus (not with family).
That's roughly 6,269 students who need rental housing near campus.
This represents significant rental demand, which affects housing availability and pricing in the Cedar City area.
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