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With nine public institutions and two private universities scattered all across the state, you will find that not only are the students of Utah’s colleges receiving an education, but the surrounding communities are benefitting as well. Utah’s institutions of higher learning spread culture and learning beyond the sphere of their student bodies.

Public Colleges:        

College of Eastern Utah

Located in Price, a quiet community with a population of 10,000 about two hours southeast of Salt Lake City is the College of Eastern Utah. CEU offers associates degrees and certificate programs.

451 E 400 North, Price

(435) 637‑2120

Dixie College

Dixie College began in 1916 with only 42 students. The school, located in a semi-tropical climate 300 miles south of Salt Lake City and 110 miles northeast of Las Vegas, now has over 6,000 students attending. Dixie offers associates of arts, science and applied science degrees, as well as over 35 certificate programs.  Dixie is also in close proximity to Zions National Park, Bryce Canyon, Grand Canyon National Parks, Cedar Breaks National Monument, Lake Powell and Lake Mead.

225 S 700 East, St. George

(435) 652-7500

Salt Lake Community College

With five different campuses, Salt Lake Community College accommodates over 21,000 students, offering associates of arts, science and applied science degrees.

4600 S Redwood Rd., Taylorsville

(801) 957-4111

Snow College

They call it the “warmest snow on earth,” because of the warm and friendly campus atmosphere. Snow College offers its 2,700 students associates of arts, science and computer science degrees.

150 E College Ave., Ephraim

(435) 283-7000

Southern Utah University

Located three hours south of Provo and three hours north of Las Vegas is Southern Utah University, offering its 5,800 students associates, bachelors and masters degrees, as well as some certificates Southern Utah University is also the host of the annual Utah Shakespearean Festival.

351 W Center, Cedar City

(435)586‑7700

University of Utah

The University of Utah or the “U” is one of the 87 universities across the nation designated by the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching as a “Research I” institution. It is also the site for the award-winning Huntsman Cancer Institute.  Over 26,000 students attend this Salt Lake City university that offers bachelor’s, masters and doctoral degrees. The University of Utah also has a law school and a medical school.

240 S University Street, Salt Lake City

(801) 581‑7200

Utah State University

Over 20,000 students attend Utah State University in Northern Utah. It began as an agriculture school and while it remains one of the strongest in that field (they aren’t the Aggies for nothin’), it offers a variety of undergraduate and graduate degrees, including a well-reputed teaching program.

Utah State University, Logan

(435) 797-1000

Utah Valley State College

Over 18,000 students attend Utah Valley State College. Many study the general education requirements and then transfer to a university. However, as UVSC continues to add more and more 4-year programs, many students also find they can complete their degree in all in one place. In addition to the bachelors of science, UVSC offers associates degrees in arts, science and applied science.

800 W University Pkwy., Orem

(801) 222‑8000

Weber State University

Located about 45 minutes north of Salt Lake City is Weber State University. WSU offers its more than 14,000 students associate of arts, science and applied science degrees, as well as bachelors of arts and science and masters degrees.

3750 Harrison Blvd., Ogden

(801) 626‑6000