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How to use the Study Abroad Cost Calculator
- 1Choose a country. For the US, pick the state, city and type of university (community college, public or private).
- 2Choose your level of study, lifestyle and number of years.
- 3Enter the tuition from your offer letter or I-20 if you have it, and review the yearly cost, the likely range and the total.
Tuition in Utah for international students
International students pay the out-of-state (non-resident) rate at public universities. In Utah that averages $26,340 a year in 2025-26, compared with $8,170 for state residents. The national average is $31,880.
Fees differ widely between universities: flagship and research universities usually charge more than regional campuses, so check each university's own cost of attendance.
| Type of university | Typical tuition per year |
|---|---|
| Community college (international rate) | about $10,000 |
| Public university, out-of-state (Utah average) | $26,340 |
| Private nonprofit university (US average) | $45,000 |
Yearly budget to study in Utah
Tuition plus 12 months of living costs and health insurance (about $2,500 a year). Budget = sharing with two other students; average = sharing with one; comfortable = your own apartment.
| University type | Budget | Average | Comfortable |
|---|---|---|---|
| Community college | $28,989 | $34,068 | $44,415 |
| Public university | $45,329 | $50,408 | $60,755 |
| Private university | $63,989 | $69,068 | $79,415 |
Living costs in Utah
Across Utah's metro areas, a typical home rents for about $1,676 a month (Zillow), so a student sharing with one other person pays around $838 a month for housing. Food, transport, books and personal costs add about $959 a month; prices in Utah are 1.1% below the US average.
In total, expect about $1,797 a month for an average student lifestyle.
| City | Typical rent (whole home) | Your share (2 sharing) | Living cost per month |
|---|---|---|---|
| Salt Lake City | $1,644 | $822 | $1,801 |
Utah vs neighboring states
A year at a public university (out-of-state tuition, average lifestyle, 12 months):
| State | Out-of-state tuition | Living per month | Total per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wyoming | $24,050 | $1,694 | $46,880 |
| New Mexico | $26,400 | $1,686 | $49,136 |
| Utah ★ | $26,340 | $1,797 | $50,408 |
| Idaho | $28,110 | $1,720 | $51,254 |
| Nevada | $28,420 | $1,931 | $54,086 |
| Arizona | $37,570 | $1,814 | $61,835 |
| Colorado | $38,230 | $2,044 | $65,259 |
Cost of studying in each US state
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost an international student to study in Utah?
About $50,408 a year at a public university (out-of-state tuition $26,340, living about $21,568, insurance $2,500). A private university is closer to $69,068 and a community college about $34,068. That makes Utah the 18th cheapest of the 50 states and DC for a public-university year.
How much money do I need to show for an F-1 visa?
Your university's I-20 lists the estimated cost for one academic year (tuition plus living costs), and you must show funds to cover at least that amount, usually with bank statements, a sponsor letter or a scholarship letter.
Can I work while studying in the US?
On an F-1 visa you can work up to 20 hours a week on campus during term and full time in breaks. Off-campus work is only allowed through CPT or OPT, so plan to cover your costs without relying on a job.
