International Graduate Admissions & Graduate Costs at the University of Utah

## Eligibility - Must hold a completed and officially conferred U.S. four‑year bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited U.S. institution, or an institutionally‑recognized international equivalent recognized by the foreign country’s Ministry of Higher Education. - International applicants must meet the application deadlines set by their department and the I‑20 document deadlines. ## Application Process - Submit an application through the University of Utah’s ApplyYourself system. - Some programs require additional program‑specific applications; check the individual department page. - Pay the non‑refundable graduate application fee of $65 (international applicants). Some departments may offer a fee waiver; consult the department’s website. - The application will be evaluated only after all required fees and documents are received. ## Required Documents - Copy of all college‑level transcripts (original and English translation if needed). Transcripts must include the student’s name, institution name, degrees conferred with dates, and a copy of the diploma if not listed. - Proof of English proficiency, if required by the program. - Official transcripts will be required after admission. - SEVIS/I‑20 documents are requested only after admission and intent to enroll are confirmed. ## Fees and Funding - Graduate application fee: $65 (international). - International students must provide proof of funding for at least 9 credit hours per semester to obtain an I‑20. - The University of Utah does not guarantee funding; students must secure their own financial support. ## Estimated Graduate Expenses (2026‑2027) | Category | Master’s | Doctorate | |---|---|---| | Living Expenses (Housing & Food) | $19,198 | $19,198 | | Books & Course Materials | $1,600 | $1,600 | | Miscellaneous & Personal Expenses | $9,000 | $9,000 | | Total Living Expenses | $32,798 | $32,798 | | Tuition & Fees | $31,106 | $20,064 | | International Student Fee | $300 | $300 | | International Orientation Fee | $75 | $75 | | Total Education Expenses | $30,481 | $20,439 | | Total Estimated Expenses for I‑20 | $63,279 | $53,237 | - The estimated cost for each dependent is $6,000 per year. - Living costs may be higher if living off‑campus. - International students pay non‑resident tuition rates; resident tuition may apply during the summer term. ## Tuition Waiver (House Bill 118) - Eligible foreign nationals who attended a Utah high school for three or more years and graduated (or will graduate) may qualify for a tuition waiver that covers the non‑resident portion of tuition. - Proof of funding is still required for I‑20 issuance. - The waiver does not affect the estimated I‑20 funding requirement. ## Unknowns and Variability - Department‑specific tuition rates and credit hour requirements may differ; students should verify with their chosen program. - Some programs may cover or partially cover the application fee; details are not provided in the source. - Exact application deadlines are not listed; they vary by department. - Actual living expenses can differ based on personal spending habits and housing choices. - The cost estimates are for the 2026‑2027 academic year and are subject to change. ## Source Limitations - The information is drawn from a single webpage and may not reflect the most current policies or dates. - No explicit dates for application or I‑20 deadlines are provided. - Funding sources, scholarship opportunities, and visa processing times are not detailed. - The article does not include external verification or confirmation of the figures presented. ## Read Time 5 minutes Source: https://admissions.utah.edu/apply/international/international-graduate-admissions-graduate-costs/ Checked: 2026-10-05T09:43:06.652507+00:00 Confirm details with the official institution before applying.