- Students with less than a 2.8 high school GPA may still be admitted in good standing based upon the combination of their GPA and ACT/SAT score. See if you qualify.
- Earlier deadlines apply.
Associate Degree Minimum Requirements
Most USU Eastern and USU Blanding Associates Degrees and Certificates are open enrollment and do not require a minimum high school GPA or ACT/SAT score.
Recommended High School Prep Work
- 4 years of English
- 4 years of Math (One class beyond math 3)
- 3.5 years of Social Science
- 3 years of Lab-Based Science (one each: biology, chemistry, and physics)
- 2 years of a world language (same language, taken progressively during grades 9-12)
Spring Deadlines
| Date | Campuses | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Oct 1 | Logan & Statewide | Priority |
| Dec 15 | Logan | Final |
| Jan 13 | Statewide & USU Eastern | Final |
Summer Deadlines
| Date | Campuses | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Mar 1 | Logan & Statewide | Priority |
| Jun 1 | Logan | Final |
| Jun 26 | Statewide & USU Eastern | Final |
Fall Deadlines
| Date | Campuses | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Mar 1 | Logan & Statewide | Priority |
| Aug 1 | Logan | Final |
| Sep 1 | Statewide & USU Eastern | Final |
Priority Admission Deadline: Last day to be admitted before priority registration.
Final Admission Deadline: Students admitted after this date may be deferred to a future semester.
Transfer Admission Information
Required Materials
- Application
- $50 nonrefundable application fee (nonresidents only)
- All official college transcripts
- If you have less than 24 post-high school credits:
- High school transcript or GED
- Official ACT or SAT scores (optional)
- Concurrent enrollment transcripts
Academic Requirements
Applicants must meet the minimum GPA requirement for their desired major. Applicants whose GPA does not meet the requirements of their desired major may be offered an "Exploratory" major if they have at least a 2.0 GPA and fewer than 60 transfer credits. If the academic work does not meet this standard, applications will be considered on an individual basis.
Transferring Credit
USU accepts credit from any regionally accredited institution and will try to match credits with courses at USU. The process of finding a course-to-course equivalent is called articulation. If no course match is found, you will receive elective credit for your previous course work. View our course-by-course articulation.
Students who transfer to USU and have an Associate of Arts or an Associate of Science degree (or have completed the General Education requirements) from a regionally-accredited institution may be deemed as having satisfied the General Education portion of the University Studies requirements. However, Utah State University will require students to satisfy the Breadth American Institutions requirement, as well as any deficiencies in Communications Literacy, Quantitative Literacy, and the Depth Education requirements. Check the US DOE website for regionally accredited institutions.
Spring Deadlines
Date Campuses Type Oct 1 Logan & Statewide Priority Dec 15 Logan Final Jan 13 Statewide & USU Eastern Final Summer Deadlines
Date Campuses Type Mar 1 Logan & Statewide Priority Jun 1 Logan Final Jun 26 Statewide & USU Eastern Final Fall Deadlines
Date Campuses Type Mar 1 Logan & Statewide Priority Aug 1 Logan Final Sep 1 Statewide & USU Eastern Final Priority Admission Deadline: Last day to be admitted before priority registration.
Final Admission Deadline: Students admitted after this date may be deferred to a future semester.Official College Transcripts
Applicants are required to submit official transcripts from ALL colleges attended. Transcripts are considered official when the transcript remains in the sealed envelope issued by the transferring institution. Transcripts can be forwarded or hand delivered to USU as long as the transcript remains in the original sealed envelope. Also, electronic transcripts are accepted as being official from participating institutions, however, faxed transcripts will not be accepted. Electronic transcripts can be emailed to transcripts@usu.edu.
Applicants must submit transcripts from ALL previously attended institutions. USU is not able to take credits from another institution on another college's transcript. For example: USU is not able to recognize Snow College coursework on a SUU transcript. USU must receive official transcripts from both institutions in order to complete the application and to ensure that your credits transfer over correctly.
Returning Admission Information
If you attended USU previously, you will need to reapply if you meet any of the following criteria:
- You have been absent from university for more than three years.
- You graduated from USU with a bachelor’s degree.
- You were suspended from the university.
If you are unsure about your status or previously submitted forms, please email admit@usu.edu or call 1-800-488-8108.
Required Materials
- Application
- $50 nonrefundable application fee (nonresidents only)
- All official college transcripts
Academic Requirements
Applicants must meet the minimum GPA requirement for their desired major. Applicants whose GPA does not meet the requirements of their desired major may be offered an "Exploratory" major if they have at least a 2.0 GPA and fewer than 60 transfer credits. If the academic work does not meet this standard, applications will be considered on an individual basis.
Spring Deadlines
Date Campuses Type Oct 1 Logan & Statewide Priority Dec 15 Logan Final Jan 13 Statewide & USU Eastern Final Summer Deadlines
Date Campuses Type Mar 1 Logan & Statewide Priority Jun 1 Logan Final Jun 26 Statewide & USU Eastern Final Fall Deadlines
Date Campuses Type Mar 1 Logan & Statewide Priority Aug 1 Logan Final Sep 1 Statewide & USU Eastern Final Priority Admission Deadline: Last day to be admitted before priority registration.
Final Admission Deadline: Students admitted after this date may be deferred to a future semester.Academic Action (Students not in good standing) Deadlines
Applications of students who did not leave in "Good Standing" will not be accepted after the following readmission deadlines.
- Fall Semester: August 1
- Spring Semester: December 1
- Summer Semester: June 1
Please note that the deadlines are earlier than published final admissions deadlines for students returning in good standing.
Readmission of Service Members
U.S. Armed Forces members who cannot attend or start school due to military service will be admitted with the same academic status they had when they last attended. A leave of absence/deferment or new application may be required. Notification of service and intent to return may be directed to the Admissions Office at admit@usu.edu or 1-800-488-8108.
Concurrent Enrollment Admission Information
Concurrent Enrollment is for current high school students who want to get USU credit for taking college level courses at their high school. Concurrent enrollment students must apply to USU Concurrent Enrollment and register for classes through Utah State University.
Admission Requirements
- Application
- $50 nonrefundable application fee (nonresidents only)
- When you apply to USU as a first-year college student and use your A-Number as the promo code, USU will waive the application fee.
Apply for Concurrent Enrollment
Graduate Admission Information
For more information and to apply to the School of Graduate Studies, visit gradschool.usu.edu/apply.Required Materials
- Application
- $55 nonrefundable application fee
- GRE, GMAT, or MAT as required by your intended program
- All official college transcripts
- Three letters of recommendation
- Individual graduate programs will have unique supplemental items required once you apply
- Additional Materials for International Students
- Copy of Passport
- Demonstrated English proficiency (students must provide TOEFL or IELTS scores ; waived for students that attended an institution where the primary language of instruction is English )
- Proof of Financial Support (Affidavit of Financial Support & Bank Statement Copy)
- English translations of transcripts must be provided in a sealed envelope from the school
Academic Requirements
- Have the requisite degree for your intended program by the time you are matriculated.
- 3.0 or higher GPA for the terms that include your last 60 semester or 90 quarter credits.
- Score at or above the 40th percentile on appropriate admissions test.
- Some programs may accept a portfolio in place of admissions test score. Contact the department for details.
Contact the department for application deadlines. Some departments have specific application deadlines and others admit students throughout the year.
Home School Admission Information
Required Materials
- Application
- $50 nonrefundable application fee (nonresidents only)
- Home School Transcript or list of home school subject matter studied
- ACT or SAT scores (optional)
- Official college transcripts of any concurrent enrollment credit earned
Minimum Academic Requirements
- 2.8 high school GPA
- Students with less than a 2.8 GPA may be considered for an Earned Admission Path.
- Home school applicants without a high school GPA will be considered on a case-by-case basis by the Admissions Committee.
Home school applicants are typically not eligible to enroll until after their peers have graduated from traditional high school. Home school students wishing to be considered earlier than this will be evaluated based on the Early Admission standard. If you have questions, please contact Jeff Sorensen, Director of Admissions at jeff.sorensen@usu.edu.
Academic Scholarships
Home School students can be considered for academic scholarships. These academic scholarships are awarded for fall semesters. However, the traditional index requirements do not apply to Home School students. Each student’s application will be reviewed individually and ACT/SAT scores will be weighted heavily in the process. If you have questions regarding academic scholarships, please contact Taylor Myers at taylor.myers@usu.edu.
Spring Deadlines
Date Campuses Type Oct 1 Logan & Statewide Priority Dec 15 Logan Final Jan 13 Statewide & USU Eastern Final Summer Deadlines
Date Campuses Type Mar 1 Logan & Statewide Priority Jun 1 Logan Final Jun 26 Statewide & USU Eastern Final 