Utah Tech University (formerly Dixie State) Scholarships (2026–2027)
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Last Updated on June 5, 2026
What This Page Covers:- Tuition, housing, and average family net price
- Automatic merit ranges and qualifier benchmarks
- Flagship and hidden-gem awards
- Honors and stacking strategy
📊 Admissions Snapshot
- Acceptance Rate: ~100%
- Middle 50% ACT: 20
- Middle 50% SAT: 1075
- Average GPA: 3.39
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📌 Utah Tech University (formerly Dixie State) at a Glance
🏆 Full tuition available (Presidential (Nonresident) & Trailblazer Promise)
Average Net Price
$15,488/year (in-state estimate)
Average paid for residents.
Automatic Merit
$1,000–$3,400/yr
No separate application.
Scholarships Tracked
21 opportunities
12 automatic · 8 hidden gem · 1 honors
Typical Qualifiers
GPA 2.3+; ACT TBD+ / SAT TBD+
Benchmarks for top-tier awards.
Testing Policy
Test-optional
No superscore.
Key Deadlines
Priority: Mar 1 • FAFSA: Jun 30
Full-Tuition / Full-Ride
Presidential (Nonresident) & Trailblazer Promise
Honors College
Honors Program Available
Utah Tech is one of the clearest “high access, high value” schools in the West. Admission is wide open, but the real story is how predictable the money is—automatic merit based on GPA, a Presidential Scholarship that can cover full in-state tuition, and multiple out-of-state waivers (WUE, Good Neighbor, Red Rocks) that can bring costs way down.
This is a strong fit for families who want a plan they can control. If your student hits the GPA thresholds and you apply on time, you can map out a realistic cost early—and often get close to in-state pricing even from out of state. It’s not about chasing rare competitive awards here—it’s about stacking smart, predictable aid to build an affordable path.
FAQ
Is this college test-optional? Yes — Utah Tech University (formerly Dixie State) is test-optional.
What is the middle 50% ACT/SAT? ACT: 20; SAT: 1075.
Average net price? About $15,488/yearyear after aid.
Does this school use waivers/reciprocity?
Yes — participates in WUE.
💰 Cost of Attendance at Utah Tech University (formerly Dixie State) 2026-2027
📅 2026–2027 Planning Note: The costs below reflect the most recently published figures (2025–2026). Universities typically finalize the next year’s rates in the spring, and we’ll update this page once official 2026–2027 numbers are released.
Planning tip: At large public universities, tuition, fees, and housing usually increase modestly each year (often in the 2–5% range). For early budgeting, families may want to plan for roughly $1,000–$1,500 more in-state or $2,000–$3,000 more out-of-state in total direct costs once new rates are published.
| Category (2026–2027) |
In-State |
Out-of-State |
| Tuition & Mandatory Fees (2 semesters) |
$6,482 |
$18,714 |
| Housing & Meals (typical) |
$7,786 |
$7,786 |
| Total (Direct Costs) |
$14,268 |
$26,500 |
Average Federal Net Price: $15,488 — this is what families actually paid after grants and scholarships (no loans), based on the most recent federal data. Your specific cost could be significantly lower or higher depending on your financial aid eligibility and merit scholarships. New to Net Price & SAI? Read our guide.
Western Undergraduate Exchange (WUE) / Good Neighbor / Red Rocks Waivers —
learn how WUE pricing works
Utah Tech participates in WUE, Good Neighbor, and Red Rocks programs, which offer reduced nonresident tuition rates.
Worked example (2025–2026): Out-of-state tuition & fees are $9,356.79/semester.
WUE/Good Neighbor tuition & fees are $4,632.99/semester (tuition $4,176.24 + fees $456.75).
That’s about $4,723.80 saved per semester (~$9,447.60 per year).
- Who qualifies? Legal residents of eligible WUE or border states/counties; online-only programs may be excluded.
- How much? 150% of in-state tuition (plus standard fees) instead of full nonresident rates.
- Apply or automatic? First-time freshmen are auto-considered; if not notified after admission, submit the waiver application. Retention typically requires 12–20 credits/term and minimum GPA standards.
Who gets in-state rates?
Utah residents qualify per state residency rules. Nonresidents may earn in-state rates after meeting residency reclassification criteria, but time on WUE does not count toward residency.
How is the credit band applied?
Utah Tech charges a flat full-time rate for 12–20 credits per semester; taking more credits within that band doesn’t increase base tuition.
Are allowances fixed bills?
No. Books, personal, transportation, and most housing/meal figures are allowances used for financial aid calculations, not fixed charges paid directly to the college.
Sources:
University COA page — https://financialaid.utahtech.edu/student-financial-aid-handbook/budget-cost-information/
Admissions Tuition & Fees — https://admissions.utahtech.edu/tuition-costs/
Scholarships (WUE & Waivers) — https://scholarships.utahtech.edu/non-resident-freshman-scholarships-2/
College Scorecard — https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?367706-Utah-Tech-University
BigFuture (Net Price) — https://bigfuture.collegeboard.org/colleges/utah-tech-university/tuition-and-costs
✅ Automatic Merit Scholarships
Utah Tech awards admission-based scholarships automatically when you’re admitted by the priority date. Awards are tied to your Index Score (unweighted GPA × 10 + highest ACT composite) or unweighted GPA alone. Top nonresident and resident tiers use the index; mid tiers are GPA-only.
Full TuitionAutomatic
Presidential (Nonresident)
📅 Deadline: March 1 · 📢 Results: Letters issued within 2–3 business days of admission once awarding begins in late October or early November
✓ Renews (3.5 GPA)
Full Tuition
full nonresident base tuition scholarship
✘ Not stackable
⚠ The university's top merit award for non-residents. Covers 100% of base tuition (effectively zeroing out the tuition bill). Action Required: No separate application; automatic consideration for those admitted by the March 1 deadline
Holistic / Status Based
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Stacking & Combining
Covers full nonresident base tuition up to 130 overall attempted credits and cannot be combined with WUE, Red Rocks, Good Neighbor, Half Merit, Alumni Legacy, or any other nonresident waiver. Departmental, leadership, or talent awards may layer on top up to the catalog cap of $1,000 above base resident tuition per semester (with no excess in waivers).
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Strategic Detail
Utah Tech's premier nonresident academic award. 2026–2027 rules require an ACT or SAT score in addition to GPA — superscores are not considered. Awarded automatically with no separate scholarship application, but only to students fully admitted (transcripts and test scores received) by March 1. Renewal needs 24 UT credits per academic year (12 minimum each semester) with a 3.5 cumulative GPA.
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Who Actually Wins
Most winners: Out-of-state academic stars whose unweighted GPA and ACT or SAT score combine to an index of 68 or higher (think 3.8 GPA paired with a 30 ACT, or a 3.9 with a 29). They finish admission by March 1, enroll full time, and hold a 3.5 cumulative GPA each year to renew through 130 attempted credits.
App Required
Good Neighbor (Nonresident)
📅 Deadline: May 1
✓ Renews (2 GPA)
🏫 2.5+ GPA
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Stacking & Combining
Charges qualifying students resident tuition plus a small surcharge, so it cannot be combined with WUE, Red Rocks, Alumni Legacy, Half Merit, or any other nonresident tuition waiver — Utah Tech awards the single best tuition benefit. Departmental, talent, or leadership awards can layer on top of this waiver up to the catalog cap of $1,000 above base resident tuition per semester.
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How to Apply
Graduate from a qualifying Coconino or Mohave County (Arizona) or Clark or Lincoln County (Nevada) high school with at least a 2.5 unweighted GPA, complete the full Utah Tech admission process, and submit the Good Neighbor nonresident waiver application by the May 1 priority deadline or the July 15 final deadline for fall.
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Strategic Detail
Geographic neighbor waiver that drops nonresident tuition down to roughly resident tuition plus a small surcharge for fall-entering freshmen from four bordering counties. Renewal only needs 6 UT credits per semester and a 2.0 GPA, which is the most forgiving renewal load of any Utah Tech merit award. May 1 priority and July 15 final deadlines per the 2026–2027 catalog.
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Who Actually Wins
Most winners: Families just across the border in Coconino or Mohave County Arizona and Clark or Lincoln County Nevada who lock down a 2.5+ unweighted GPA, get fully admitted on time, and file the Good Neighbor form by July 15. Your student then stays full enough (just 6 credits a semester) with a 2.0 college GPA and they keep paying close to in-state Utah rates.
Full TuitionAutomaticgeographicpipeline
Presidential (Resident)
📅 Deadline: March 1 · 📢 Results: Letters issued within 2–3 business days of admission once awarding begins in late October or early November
✓ Renews (3.5 GPA)
Full Tuition
full in-state base tuition scholarship
✔ Stackable
⚠ High‑achieving Utah residents (index 68+) can earn a renewable Presidential Scholarship that pays all base in‑state tuition up to 130 credits; families still need to cover fees, housing, and food.
Holistic / Status Based
✚
Stacking & Combining
Covers full in-state base tuition for up to 130 overall attempted credits and cannot be combined with any other Utah Tech automatic academic scholarship. Per the 2026–2027 catalog, departmental, leadership, talent, or affiliate awards can layer on top so long as the combined total does not exceed base resident tuition by more than $1,000 per semester (and the excess is not in waivers).
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Strategic Detail
Utah Tech's top resident academic award. 2026–2027 rules require an ACT or SAT score in addition to GPA — only the top two resident tiers (Presidential and Chancellors) need a test score; superscores are not considered. No separate scholarship application is required; awarding begins in late October each year. Renewal requires 24 UT credits per academic year (12 minimum per semester) with a 3.5 cumulative GPA.
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Who Actually Wins
Most winners: Utah's strongest applicants — typically a 3.8+ unweighted GPA paired with a 30+ ACT (or SAT equivalent) so their index hits 68 or higher. They finish admission with transcripts and test scores in by March 1, enroll full time, and hold a 3.5 cumulative GPA each year to renew through 130 attempted credits.
Automatic
Chancellors (Nonresident)
📅 Deadline: March 1 · 📢 Results: Letters issued within 2–3 business days of admission once awarding begins in late October or early November
✓ Renews (3.2 GPA)
Holistic / Status Based
✚
Stacking & Combining
Brings nonresident tuition down to the in-state base rate and cannot be combined with WUE, Red Rocks, Good Neighbor, Half Merit, Alumni Legacy, or any other automatic academic scholarship. Outside and departmental awards may layer up to the catalog cap of $1,000 above base resident tuition per semester.
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Strategic Detail
Second-tier nonresident academic award. 2026–2027 rules require an ACT or SAT score in addition to GPA; superscores are not considered. Index range 61 to 67.9 — lower than the resident Chancellors threshold of 64, so out-of-state students get a meaningful break here. Renewal needs 24 UT credits per year (12 minimum per semester) with a 3.2 cumulative GPA.
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Who Actually Wins
Out-of-state students whose unweighted GPA and ACT or SAT score combine to an index between 61 and 67.9 — for example a 3.5 GPA with a 28 ACT, or a 3.7 with a 25 — who finish admission by March 1, enroll full time, and hold a 3.2 cumulative GPA each year to renew through 130 attempted credits. Notably the nonresident index range starts at 61, not 64 like the resident Chancellors threshold.
Automatic
Chancellors (Resident)
📅 Deadline: March 1 · 📢 Results: Letters issued within 2–3 business days of admission once awarding begins in late October or early November
✓ Renews (3.5 GPA)
Holistic / Status Based
✚
Stacking & Combining
Pays $3,400 per year toward in-state tuition (with the student covering the remaining base tuition balance) and cannot be combined with another Utah Tech automatic academic scholarship. Outside awards — Sterling Scholar, departmental, leadership, talent — may stack on top up to the catalog cap of $1,000 above base resident tuition per semester (no excess in waivers).
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Strategic Detail
Second-highest resident academic tier. 2026–2027 rules require an ACT or SAT score in addition to GPA — only the top two resident tiers (Presidential and Chancellors) need a test score; superscores are not considered. Renewal requires 24 UT credits per academic year (12 minimum per semester) with a 3.5 cumulative GPA — the same renewal bar as Presidential, not the 3.2 used by lower tiers.
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Who Actually Wins
Most winners: Utah residents whose unweighted GPA paired with their best ACT or SAT score yields an index of 64 to 67.9 — think 3.7 GPA with a 27 ACT, or 3.6 GPA with a 28. They finish admission by March 1, enroll full time, and hold a 3.5 cumulative GPA each year to renew through 130 attempted credits.
Automatic
Trustees (Resident)
📅 Deadline: March 1 · 📢 Results: Letters issued within 2–3 business days of admission once awarding begins in late October or early November
✓ Renews (3.2 GPA)
🏫 3.7+ GPA
✚
Stacking & Combining
Pays $2,400 per year toward in-state tuition and cannot be combined with another Utah Tech automatic academic scholarship. Outside and departmental awards — Sterling Scholar, leadership, talent, fine arts — may layer on top up to the catalog cap of $1,000 above base resident tuition per semester (with no excess in waivers).
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Strategic Detail
Third resident academic tier. GPA-only — no ACT or SAT required. Renewable up to 130 attempted credits with 24 UT credits per year and a 3.2 cumulative GPA.
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Who Actually Wins
Most winners: Utah residents with a strong unweighted GPA in the 3.7–4.0 range who finish admission by March 1. No ACT or SAT needed for this tier. Renewal asks for 24 UT credits per year (12 minimum each semester) and a 3.2 cumulative GPA — slightly higher than the lower Deans and Merit tiers.
Automatic
Founders (Nonresident)
📅 Deadline: March 1 · 📢 Results: Letters issued within 2–3 business days of admission once awarding begins in late October or early November
✓ Renews (3 GPA)
🏫 3.3+ GPA
✚
Stacking & Combining
Drops nonresident tuition to roughly 125% of the resident rate (renewable up to 130 attempted credits) and cannot be combined with WUE, Red Rocks, Good Neighbor, Half Merit, Alumni Legacy, or any of the top two nonresident academic scholarships. Outside or departmental awards may layer on top up to the catalog cap of $1,000 above base resident tuition per semester.
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Strategic Detail
Third-tier nonresident academic award. GPA-only — no ACT or SAT required. Renewable up to 130 attempted credits with 24 UT credits per year (12 minimum per semester) and a 3.0 cumulative GPA.
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Who Actually Wins
Out-of-state students with strong GPAs between 3.25 and 4.0 who didn't take (or don't need) an ACT/SAT for this tier and who finish admission by March 1. Renewal needs 24 UT credits per year with a 3.0 cumulative GPA.
Automatic
WUE / Red Rocks (Nonresident)
📅 Deadline: May 1
✓ Renews (2 GPA)
🏫 2.5+ GPA
✚
Stacking & Combining
Sets nonresident tuition at approximately 150% of the in-state rate (no attempted credit cap) and cannot be combined with any other Utah Tech academic scholarship or nonresident waiver. Outside or departmental awards can layer on top up to the catalog cap of $1,000 above base resident tuition per semester.
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Strategic Detail
Workhorse nonresident waiver that drops tuition to roughly 1.5x the in-state rate for fall-entering freshmen from WUE states or Red Rocks pathway regions. Unlike the top three academic scholarships, this waiver has no overall attempted-credit cap and uses the more forgiving July 15 deadline. Open to DACA, undocumented, and Dreamer students per Utah Tech's published guidance.
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Who Actually Wins
Out-of-state students from WUE-member western states (and Red Rocks-eligible regions) with at least a 2.5 unweighted GPA who get the waiver request in by July 15 — ideally by the May 1 priority date. Once enrolled, 12 credits a semester and a 2.0 college GPA keep the waiver going with no overall credit cap.
Automatic
Deans (Resident)
📅 Deadline: March 1 · 📢 Results: Letters issued within 2–3 business days of admission once awarding begins in late October or early November
✓ Renews (3.2 GPA)
🏫 3.4+ GPA
✚
Stacking & Combining
Pays $1,500 per year toward in-state tuition and cannot be combined with another Utah Tech automatic academic scholarship. Outside and departmental awards may layer on top up to the catalog cap of $1,000 above base resident tuition per semester.
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Strategic Detail
Fourth resident academic tier. GPA-only — no ACT or SAT required. Renewable up to 130 attempted credits with 24 UT credits per year and a 3.2 cumulative GPA.
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Who Actually Wins
Most winners: Solid Utah residents with unweighted GPAs in the 3.4–3.69 range who finish admission by March 1 — no test score needed. Renewal requires 24 UT credits per year and a 3.2 cumulative GPA, so families should know this renewal bar is the same as Trustees, not lower.
Automatic
Half Merit (Nonresident)
📅 Deadline: July 15
✓ Renews (2 GPA)
🏫 2.3+ GPA
✚
Stacking & Combining
Sets nonresident tuition at resident rate plus half of the nonresident differential and cannot be combined with WUE, Red Rocks, Good Neighbor, Alumni Legacy, or any of the top three nonresident academic scholarships — students keep the single highest tuition reduction. Outside awards can stack on top up to the catalog cap of $1,000 above base resident tuition per semester.
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Strategic Detail
Lower-tier nonresident waiver awarded automatically by GPA to fall-entering freshmen who are fully admitted by July 15. Explicitly open to DACA, undocumented, and Dreamer students per the catalog's nonresident waiver guidance.
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Who Actually Wins
Out-of-state students with a high school GPA between 2.3 and 2.49 who finish admission by the July 15 nonresident waiver deadline. Once enrolled, they need just 12 credits a semester and a 2.0 college GPA to keep paying about half the usual nonresident bill.
Automatic
Merit (Resident)
📅 Deadline: March 1 · 📢 Results: Letters issued within 2–3 business days of admission once awarding begins in late October or early November
✓ Renews (3.2 GPA)
🏫 3.0+ GPA
✚
Stacking & Combining
Pays $1,000 per year toward in-state tuition and cannot be combined with another Utah Tech automatic academic scholarship. Outside and departmental awards may stack on top up to the catalog cap of $1,000 above base resident tuition per semester.
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Strategic Detail
Entry-level resident academic tier. GPA-only — no ACT or SAT required. Renewable up to 130 attempted credits with 24 UT credits per year and a 3.2 cumulative college GPA.
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Who Actually Wins
Utah resident students with B/B+ unweighted GPAs in the 3.0–3.39 range who finish admission by March 1. The catch parents should plan for — Merit renews at a 3.2 college GPA, slightly higher than the 3.0 entry threshold, so students need to step it up a touch in their first year.
App Required
Alumni Legacy Waiver (Nonresident)
📅 Deadline: July 15
Non-Renewable
🏫 2.5+ GPA
✚
Stacking & Combining
Reduces nonresident tuition for one year only and cannot be combined with WUE, Red Rocks, Good Neighbor, Half Merit, or any other nonresident waiver — Utah Tech applies the single best tuition benefit.
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How to Apply
Apply as a nonresident freshman whose parent is a Utah Tech (or Dixie State / Dixie College predecessor) alum, complete admission, and submit the dedicated Alumni Legacy Waiver application — documenting the alum relationship — by the July 15 nonresident waiver deadline for fall.
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Strategic Detail
One-year-only nonresident tuition reduction for children of Utah Tech alumni. The 2026–2027 catalog references a May 1 priority for non-resident waivers, but Utah Tech's dedicated Alumni Legacy waiver page lists only the July 15 deadline and explicitly labels this a one-year award — treating the dedicated page as authoritative.
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Who Actually Wins
Most winners: Nonresident freshmen with at least a 2.5 GPA whose parent earned a degree from Utah Tech (or its Dixie State / Dixie College predecessor) and who submit the Alumni Legacy form with the proof of legacy by July 15. Important for families to know — this is a one-year-only award, not renewable.
* GPA/test bands are estimates based on official selectivity and prior cohort profiles. "Who Actually Wins" insights are pulled from external peer-sourced data where students and parents have reported real-world award results. Because colleges can change funding thresholds and deadlines at any time, always verify these details with the institution before finalizing your application strategy.
Note: Dollar examples reference tuition for illustration; rates adjust annually. Utah Tech does not allow stacking of academic scholarships with nonresident waivers (you keep the best single offer).
Do I need a separate application?
No. For automatic scholarships and waivers, your admissions file (including transcript, index/ACT/SAT if needed) by the deadline is all you need. Waiver programs for continuing/non-auto admits require a simple form by July 15.
Are test scores required for scholarships?
Top scholarships (Presidential/Chancellors) require ACT/SAT and use the Index (GPA × 10 + ACT). Lower tiers are GPA-only. Highest ACT composite from one sitting is used—no superscore.
Can I stack multiple waivers or scholarships?
No. Only one academic scholarship or nonresident waiver applies at a time; students receive whichever yields the best tuition rate.
How long are awards renewable?
Awards are renewable each year (fall/spring) as long as credit/GPA requirements are maintained and up to 130 attempted credits. See your award letter for details.
Sources:
Utah Tech Resident Scholarships: https://scholarships.utahtech.edu/utah-resident-freshman-scholarships/
Utah Tech Nonresident Scholarships: https://scholarships.utahtech.edu/non-resident-freshman-scholarships/
WUE and Red Rocks Waivers: https://scholarships.utahtech.edu/wue-waiver/
Good Neighbor Waiver: https://scholarships.utahtech.edu/good-neighbor-scholarship/
Utah Tech University Catalog: https://catalog.utahtech.edu/scholarships/
🏆 Competitive Scholarships
Some universities set aside selective awards that go beyond the automatic GPA/test-based scholarships. These usually require an extra application, essay, or interview, and they are limited in number. At Utah Tech University, there are currently no central, university-level competitive scholarships published outside of the automatic merit and waiver programs already listed. Honors and departmental opportunities are covered in their own sections below.
This institution does not offer designated Competitive scholarships at this time.
Why is this table blank?
Utah Tech does not currently advertise any central, university-wide competitive scholarships beyond automatic merit and waiver programs. Departmental and Honors awards—often donor-funded or selective—are covered later in this guide.
Does this mean students can’t apply for extras?
Not at all. Many departments (Engineering, Business, Arts, etc.) and the Honors Program offer their own competitive scholarships, but they are not run through a central freshman or university-wide competition.
Where should I look instead?
Once a student selects a major or joins Honors, check the departmental scholarship portal and the Honors College section for opportunities that require essays, applications, or recommendations.
Sources:
Utah Tech Scholarships: https://scholarships.utahtech.edu/
Utah Tech University Catalog: https://catalog.utahtech.edu/scholarships/
Utah Tech Scholarship Universe: https://utahtech.scholarshipuniverse.com/
💎 Hidden Gem Scholarships
Beyond the big automatic awards, Utah Tech students can also tap into smaller, niche programs — often tied to need, identity, service, or military pathways. These “hidden gems” don’t always get as much attention, but they can make a real difference for families when stacked with other aid.
Automatic
Red Cliffs Community Scholarship
📅 Deadline: March 1 · 📢 Results: Letters issued within 2–3 business days of admission once awarding begins in late October or early November
Non-Renewable
🏫 2.0+ GPA
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Stacking & Combining
Pays $1,000 toward in-state tuition for one year only (fall and spring, not summer) and cannot be combined with another Utah Tech automatic academic scholarship. Outside and departmental awards may layer up to the catalog cap of $1,000 above base resident tuition per semester. After year one, students should aim for 30 credits at a 3.3 GPA to qualify for the 1-Year Current Student Scholarship to keep aid flowing.
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Strategic Detail
Geographically gated entry-level resident award for current Washington County and Kane County (southwestern Utah) high school seniors. One year only — fall and spring semesters only, no summer use. Bridges students to the Current Student Scholarship pathway in year two.
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Who Actually Wins
Washington and Kane County high school seniors with unweighted GPAs between 2.0 and 2.99 who get admitted to Utah Tech by March 1. It's a real lifeline for local students just below the Merit threshold — but families should plan ahead, because it's one year only and the path forward is the Current Student Scholarship after earning 30 credits with a 3.3 GPA.
App Required
Rising Star Scholarship
📅 Deadline: December (application/invitation for awards paid in spring)
Non-Renewable
🏫 3.0+ GPA
✚
Stacking & Combining
One-semester award that can be layered on top of other scholarships and aid for eligible students.
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How to Apply
Participate in the UT Success Program as a first-year student, maintain a 3.0+ GPA at midterm, and respond to an invitation to apply through the Rising Star scholarship process.
Selection criteria: Awarded based on midterm GPA and engagement in the Success Program.
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Strategic Detail
CRP table lists $1,000, $500, and $250 one-semester awards by invitation for first-year students in the Success Program with midterm GPAs of 3.0+; Utah Tech’s Rising Star page confirms this tiered award structure and spring disbursement.
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Who Actually Wins
Most winners: Active first-year participants in the Student Success Program who earn midterm GPAs of 3.0 or better and respond to the Rising Star invitation.
App Required
Student Body President Scholarship
📅 Deadline: June 1
Non-Renewable
Holistic / Status Based
✚
Stacking & Combining
Pays $1,000 over one year and can stack on top of any Utah Tech automatic academic scholarship up to the catalog cap of $1,000 above base resident tuition per semester (with no excess in waivers).
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How to Apply
Serve as student body president at a Utah high school during your senior year, enroll at Utah Tech directly out of high school, and submit a signed letter on school letterhead from your principal or counselor (or an email from the principal's school address to scholarships@utahtech.edu) confirming your student body president role. The June 1 priority deadline applies.
Selection criteria: Awarded automatically upon verification of student body president role via signed letter from the high school principal or counselor.
💌 Letters of Rec
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Strategic Detail
Leadership recognition stipend layered on top of academic awards for Utah high school student body presidents enrolling at Utah Tech directly from high school. One-year, non-renewable, $1,000 total. Claimed by submitting a signed letter from the high school principal or counselor by the June 1 priority deadline.
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Who Actually Wins
Utah high school senior student body presidents who land at Utah Tech right after graduation. The lift is small — a signed letter from your principal — but it's a free $1,000 most families don't realize is there. Must be claimed directly out of high school, so don't sleep on it.
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Trailblazer Promise
📅 Deadline: March 1
✓ Renews (2 GPA)
Full Tuition
last-dollar tuition and fee grant
✔ Stackable
⚠ Utah residents who qualify for the Utah/Trailblazer Promise (based on FAFSA and need) can have base tuition and mandatory fees fully covered each year; room and board are not included
🏫 2.0+ GPA🎓 All Undergrad
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Stacking & Combining
Acts as a last-dollar program that stacks with Pell and other scholarships to eliminate in-state tuition and fee charges; amount decreases if other tuition-targeted aid increases.
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Strategic Detail
CRP table describes Trailblazer Promise as paying remaining in-state tuition and fees after Pell and scholarships for Pell-eligible Utah residents; Utah Tech’s official page confirms the last-dollar structure, Pell requirement, and FAFSA deadline.
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Who Actually Wins
Most winners: Low-income Utah residents who qualify for Pell Grants, complete the FAFSA on time, and remain enrolled and in good standing at Utah Tech.
App Required
START Scholar Academy
📅 Deadline: March 1
✓ Renews (3 GPA)
🏫 2.5+ GPA
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Stacking & Combining
START awards can be layered on top of automatic merit and other aid; specific award amounts may vary by semester based on GPA and program funding.
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How to Apply
Apply to the START Scholar Academy as a first-generation, first-time freshman, participate in required programming, and complete the Utah Tech scholarship portal application by March 1.
Selection criteria: Evaluation of first-generation status, GPA, and engagement in START Academy requirements.
✎ Essays
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Strategic Detail
CRP table indicates up to $2,000 per year based on semester GPA for first-generation, first-time freshmen in the START Scholar Academy; Utah Tech program descriptions emphasize cohort participation and academic performance as conditions for ongoing support.
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Who Actually Wins
Most winners: Admitted first-generation freshmen who join the START Academy, stay engaged in cohort activities, and maintain strong semester GPAs.
App Required⚠ All Undergrad Only
Earn to Learn
📅 Deadline: June 1
✓ Renews (2.5 GPA)
$4,000–$4,500/yr
✔ Stackable
🏫 2.5+ GPA🎓 All Undergrad
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Stacking & Combining
Matched funds are applied toward tuition and fees and can be combined with Pell, Trailblazer Promise, and other scholarships, subject to total aid not exceeding cost of attendance.
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How to Apply
Submit an Earn to Learn application by June 1, complete FAFSA and financial-literacy requirements, save at least $500 in an approved account, and work with a success coach to have savings matched with scholarship funds.
Selection criteria: Eligibility and need-based selection with emphasis on program participation and savings behavior.
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Strategic Detail
CRP table notes that students save $500 and receive up to $4,000 in matching funds (for a total of up to $4,500) for tuition and fees; Utah Tech’s Earn to Learn page explains the matched-savings model, FAFSA requirement, and financial-coaching component.
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Who Actually Wins
Domestic students with financial need who can meet savings targets and program requirements and remain in good academic and financial standing.
App Required
Sterling Scholar Scholarship
📅 Deadline: June 1
Non-Renewable
Holistic / Status Based
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Stacking & Combining
Pays $1,000 over one year and can layer on top of any Utah Tech automatic academic scholarship (Presidential, Chancellors, Trustees, Deans, Merit) up to the catalog cap of $1,000 above base resident tuition per semester (with no excess in waivers).
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How to Apply
Win a Utah Sterling Scholar Certificate in your high school senior year, enroll at Utah Tech directly out of high school, and present your Sterling Scholar Certificate to the Scholarship Office by June 1 priority to claim the $1,000 one-year award.
Selection criteria: Awarded automatically to Utah Sterling Scholar Certificate winners upon presentation of the certificate by the June 1 priority deadline.
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Strategic Detail
Recognition stipend layered on top of academic awards for Utah Sterling Scholar Certificate holders enrolling at Utah Tech directly out of high school. One-year, non-renewable, $1,000 total. Claimed by presenting the Certificate to the Scholarship Office by the June 1 priority deadline.
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Who Actually Wins
Most winners: Utah high school seniors who earned the Sterling Scholar Certificate in any of the recognized academic or arts categories and head straight to Utah Tech out of high school. A nice bonus that stacks on top of your main academic award — just remember to walk the certificate into the Scholarship Office by June 1.
App Required⚠ All Undergrad Only
First-Generation Scholarship
📅 Deadline: March 1
✓ Renews (2.75 GPA)
$500–$1,000/yr
✔ Stackable
🏫 2.8+ GPA🎓 All Undergrad
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Stacking & Combining
Can be combined with automatic merit scholarships and other aid up to cost-of-attendance limits.
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How to Apply
Complete the Utah Tech Scholarship Portal application, indicate first-generation status, and submit required essays or questions by the March 1 priority deadline.
Selection criteria: Holistic review of first-generation status, GPA, and responses in the scholarship application.
✎ Essays
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Strategic Detail
CRP table lists $500–$1,000 per year for first-generation students who apply through the Utah Tech Scholarship Portal and may renew with continued progress; the Utah Tech scholarships site shows multiple first-generation and identity-based awards in this range.
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Who Actually Wins
Most winners: First-generation undergraduates who maintain steady academic progress and submit a strong scholarship portal application.
Full TuitionApp Required⚠ All Undergrad Only
Army ROTC Scholarship
📅 Deadline: March (national Army ROTC boards); campus-based scholarship deadlines vary by term.
✓ Renews (4 yrs)
Full Tuition
tuition or room and board plus stipend and books
✔ Stackable
🎓 All Undergrad
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Stacking & Combining
Army ROTC scholarships may cover either full tuition and fees or room and board plus an annual book allowance and monthly stipend; other grants and scholarships can often be applied to remaining costs subject to federal ROTC and Utah Tech aid rules.
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How to Apply
Apply to Utah Tech, enroll in Army ROTC, and complete the national Army ROTC scholarship or campus-based ROTC application; meet Army academic, fitness, medical, and service-commitment standards to contract.
Selection criteria: Selection uses national Army ROTC criteria emphasizing academics, leadership, and physical fitness.
✎ Essays🎤 Interview💌 Letters of Rec
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Strategic Detail
CRP table cites full tuition and fees or room and board plus a $420 monthly stipend and about $1,200 per year for books; Utah Tech’s Army ROTC page directs students to U.S. Army ROTC scholarship options that offer similar federal benefits, though specific stipend and book amounts can change.
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Who Actually Wins
Students who intend to commission as Army officers, maintain strong academics and fitness, and successfully compete in the national or campus-based ROTC selection process.
Full TuitionApp Required⚠ All Undergrad Only
Air Force ROTC (cross-enrollment)
📅 Deadline: Typically around February 1 for national AFROTC boards; deadlines vary by cycle.
✓ Renews (4 yrs)
Full Tuition
tuition scholarship and stipend
✔ Stackable
🎓 All Undergrad
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Stacking & Combining
AFROTC scholarships may pay full or partial tuition plus a monthly stipend and book allowance; other aid may cover remaining expenses subject to Air Force ROTC and institutional policies.
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How to Apply
Participate in Air Force ROTC via cross-enrollment with a host detachment and apply for High School or In-College AFROTC scholarships through the Air Force ROTC application; meet AFROTC academic, fitness, and commissioning standards.
Selection criteria: National AFROTC evaluation of academics, fitness, leadership, and commitment to serve as an Air Force officer.
✎ Essays🎤 Interview💌 Letters of Rec
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Strategic Detail
CRP table notes full or partial tuition plus a $420 monthly stipend and around $900 per year for books for cross-enrolled AFROTC cadets; AFROTC materials describe similar national scholarship benefits, though specific stipend and book amounts differ by year.
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Who Actually Wins
Most winners: AFROTC cadets—often in STEM or leadership fields—who are competitive in national Air Force ROTC scholarship competitions and commit to officer commissioning.
* GPA/test bands are estimates based on official selectivity and prior cohort profiles. "Who Actually Wins" insights are pulled from external peer-sourced data where students and parents have reported real-world award results. Because colleges can change funding thresholds and deadlines at any time, always verify these details with the institution before finalizing your application strategy.
Disclaimer: Amounts and deadlines reflect Utah Tech scholarship and program listings; some slots are limited. Check portal/departments each year for updates.
- Student Leadership Scholarships — available for student government and major campus roles via scholarship portal.
- Alpha Alpha Alpha (Tri-Alpha) Honor Society — for eligible first-gen students (3.2+ GPA, 30+ credits); connects to national scholarships.
- Talent and Departmental Scholarships — for Fine Arts (music, theater, art) and most academic majors; apply through department or portal.
- Clubs and Campus Org Awards — many student groups offer nomination-based and application awards; varies by group.
FAQ
Are these automatic?
No; most require a scholarship portal or program-specific application. Trailblazer Promise is auto-awarded to Pell-eligible Utah residents with a FAFSA.
Can they stack with automatic merit?
Usually, yes—hidden gem scholarships can be added atop merit/waivers, but ROTC replaces tuition directly (students keep one main tuition funding source).
How do I learn more/apply?
Use the UT scholarship portal or talk to program directors (ROTC, Earn to Learn, Success) for the latest guidance.
Sources:
Utah Tech Scholarships: https://scholarships.utahtech.edu/
Trailblazer Promise: https://scholarships.utahtech.edu/trailblazer-promise/
Earn to Learn: https://scholarships.utahtech.edu/ut-earn-to-learn/
ROTC at Utah Tech: https://scholarships.utahtech.edu/army-rotc/
UT Success Program: https://scholarships.utahtech.edu/rising-star-scholarship/
🎖️ Honors Program (Booth Honors at Utah Tech University)
The Booth Honors Program gives ambitious students a way to go deeper — with small seminars, closer mentoring, and opportunities that make a big school feel personal. It’s designed for motivated learners who want more challenge, not more years on their degree plan.
What a Typical Utah Tech Honors Student Looks Like
• High school GPA: 3.5+ (all students must maintain ≥3.25 once enrolled)
• Strong writing and curiosity shown in the required application essay
• Leadership or service involvement on campus or in the community
• ACT/SAT optional — not required for Honors admission, though typically a strong test-taker if submitted
Honors Perks That Matter
- Priority registration every semester
- Small, discussion-based Honors seminars waived for general education requirements
- Dedicated Honors space (“The Booth”) and Honors housing option
- Faculty mentorship, support with research and study abroad, and travel/research grants
- Special community and networking events
App Required⚠ All Undergrad Only
Honors Research/Travel Grant
📅 Deadline: Rolling — submit well before planned travel or project start
✓ Renews (3.25 GPA)
🏫 3.3+ GPA🎓 All Undergrad
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Stacking & Combining
Can be combined with central undergraduate research grants, departmental funds, and other Utah Tech scholarships; total funding cannot exceed actual project or travel costs.
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How to Apply
Be an active Booth Honors student in good standing and enrolled in Honors coursework progressing toward Honors graduation. Work with a faculty mentor to develop a proposal for research, creative work, conference travel, or study abroad, then submit a written application to the Honors Program describing the project, budget, and timeline.
Selection criteria: Reviewed on academic merit of the project, clarity of budget and timeline, faculty mentor endorsement, and fit with Honors learning outcomes.
✎ Essays💌 Letters of Rec
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Strategic Detail
The Booth Honors Program reserves a limited pool each year for active Honors students doing research, conference travel, study abroad, or other experiential learning. Award sizes vary based on project needs and available funding, but small to moderate one-time grants are typical.
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Who Actually Wins
Engaged Booth Honors students who show up with strong, well-scoped research or travel proposals — clear academic outcomes, a real budget, and a faculty mentor in their corner.
* GPA/test bands are estimates based on official selectivity and prior cohort profiles. "Who Actually Wins" insights are pulled from external peer-sourced data where students and parents have reported real-world award results. Because colleges can change funding thresholds and deadlines at any time, always verify these details with the institution before finalizing your application strategy.
Is Booth Honors automatic?
No. Students must apply (essay required); priority deadlines are March 16 (fall) and October 1 (spring admission).
Does it add time to my degree?
No. Honors requirements overlay your major/electives and do not extend graduation.
Are there extra scholarships?
Booth Honors offers competitive research and travel grants (apply through the program); students are also eligible for central and departmental scholarships.
How do I stay eligible?
Stay enrolled full time, keep a 3.25+ college GPA, and participate in Honors programming/seminars as required.
Sources:
Booth Honors at Utah Tech: https://honors.utahtech.edu/
Research and Travel Grants: https://honors.utahtech.edu/scholarships/
Booth Honors Admission/Criteria: https://honors.utahtech.edu/admission-process/
Utah Tech University Catalog (Honors): https://catalog.utahtech.edu/programs-courses/honors/
⭐ What Utah Tech University Is Known For
Utah Tech is a hands-on, polytechnic university with strong ties to regional industry and health sectors. If your student wants experience, professional programs, or preparing for high-demand careers with direct paths to work, Utah Tech delivers.
Top Program Spotlight:
Registered Nursing / Nursing (RN)
Utah Tech grants more RN degrees than nearly any other major on campus; it’s among the most popular and robust nursing programs statewide.
- Business Administration & Management — one of the most popular majors by number of graduates.
- Kinesiology & Exercise Science — high student interest; strong state demand for professionals in health, wellness, and therapy.
- Information Systems & Analytics / IT — growing offerings; responsive to tech workforce needs, particularly online and hybrid models.
- Electrical Engineering (BS) — listed among the degree programs in catalog; investment in STEM & engineering tied to the polytechnic mission.
- Hotel & Resort Management — supports Utah’s strong hospitality & tourism industry in southern Utah.
Is Utah Tech R1? — No. Utah Tech is not classified as an R1 research university. Its strengths are in applied learning, polytechnic-style programs, regional service, and workforce development.
Final Thoughts
College costs can be confusing, but Utah Tech makes it easier to plan with clear automatic scholarships, special waivers, and hidden-gem programs like ROTC and first-gen support. Pair that with the Booth Honors experience, and your student can get a strong education while keeping the price within reach. Take some time to compare Utah Tech’s offers with other Utah schools and regional WUE partners — the savings can be significant when you look at the full picture.
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