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Best Value Teacher Education and Professional Development Colleges in Utah

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

Utah's teacher education programs show striking cost differences, with Utah Valley University charging just $8,463 net price while Westminster University reaches $26,536. The state's growing tech economy in Silicon Slopes creates unique opportunities for educators who understand educational technology integration. Graduates earn between $29,689 and $42,309, with public universities generally offering stronger value propositions. Utah's emphasis on family-friendly policies and educational innovation makes it an attractive market for new teachers across all grade levels.
9
Programs
$8,463 – $26,536
Net Price Range
$36,566
Avg. Program Earnings
55.6%
Avg. Graduation Rate

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Program rankings
# School Net Price Program Earnings In-State Tuition Graduation Rate Acceptance Rate
1 $8,463 $36,205 $6,270 40.7%
2 $10,722 $36,776 $6,391 43.0%
3 $11,432 $37,272 $6,770 59.0% 83.9%
4 $13,172 $40,652 $9,315 63.9% 89.1%
5 $10,442 $31,012 $8,300 50.9%
6 $12,869 $37,528 $9,228 57.3% 93.7%
7 $15,265 $37,653 $6,074 34.2%
8 $14,487 $29,689 $6,496 82.2% 66.7%
9 $26,536 $42,309 $41,416 69.4% 69.8%

Frequently Asked Questions

What explains the $18,000 cost gap between Utah's cheapest and most expensive teacher education programs?

Utah Valley University offers the lowest net price at $8,463 as a public institution, while Westminster University charges $26,536 as a private nonprofit. Public universities benefit from state funding that keeps costs down for teacher education students. However, Westminster graduates earn $42,309 compared to UVU's $36,205, partially offsetting the higher investment.

How do graduation rates vary among Utah's teacher education programs?

Brigham Young University leads with an 82.2% graduation rate, followed by Westminster at 69.4% and University of Utah at 63.9%. Public universities show more variation, with Southern Utah University reaching 59% while Utah Tech University drops to 34.2%. Higher graduation rates generally correlate with better student support systems and academic preparation.

Does choosing a public university guarantee lower debt for teacher education students in Utah?

Not necessarily, as debt levels vary significantly among public institutions. Utah State University graduates carry $15,750 in debt while Utah Tech University students face $27,860. BYU, a private university, actually offers one of the lower debt loads at $13,385 due to church subsidies and strong financial aid programs.

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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.