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Best Value Liberal Arts and Sciences Colleges in Utah

Ranked by best return on investment (earnings vs. cost). See our methodology.

Utah Valley University offers the most affordable Liberal Arts and Sciences program at $8,463 net cost while producing graduates earning $33,987 annually, the highest in the state. This creates an unusual value changing where the cheapest option delivers the strongest earnings potential. The gap between UVU's costs and Westminster University's $26,536 price tag spans nearly $18,000. Utah's Silicon Slopes tech corridor increasingly values liberal arts graduates for their communication skills and critical thinking abilities, particularly in user experience design and content strategy roles.
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Programs
$8,463 – $26,536
Net Price Range
$28,253
Avg. Program Earnings
59.4%
Avg. Graduation Rate

7 Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities Programs

Program rankings
# School Net Price Program Earnings In-State Tuition Graduation Rate Acceptance Rate
1 $8,463 $33,987 $6,270 40.7%
2 $10,722 $32,029 $6,391 43.0%
3 $11,432 $25,194 $6,770 59.0% 83.9%
4 $12,869 $24,863 $9,228 57.3% 93.7%
5 $14,487 $25,194 $6,496 82.2% 66.7%
6 $13,172 $9,315 63.9% 89.1%
7 $26,536 $41,416 69.4% 69.8%

Frequently Asked Questions

What explains the large earnings gap between Utah programs?

Utah Valley University graduates earn $33,987 annually while Utah State graduates earn $24,863, a difference of over $9,000. This gap likely reflects UVU's proximity to Silicon Slopes tech companies and stronger industry connections in the Wasatch Front region.

How do graduation rates compare across Utah's affordable options?

Among schools under $15,000 net cost, Southern Utah University leads with a 59% graduation rate compared to Utah Valley's 40.7% and Weber State's 43%. Brigham Young University tops all programs at 82.2% but costs $14,487 annually.

Is private education worth the premium for liberal arts students in Utah?

Westminster University costs $26,536 compared to public options under $15,000, but graduation data for earnings comparison isn't available. The $12,000+ premium over BYU represents a significant investment without clear return data.

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Net price reflects the average cost after grants and scholarships for first-time, full-time students. See our methodology for details.