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Utah Valley University stands out with the state's most affordable Entrepreneurial and Small Business Operations program at just $8,463 net cost, nearly three times less expensive than Westminster University's $26,536 price tag. The Silicon Slopes tech corridor creates strong demand for business operations specialists, making Utah an ideal place to launch entrepreneurial careers. Six programs across the state serve students with costs ranging dramatically based on institutional type, while maintaining consistent earning potential around $42,682 for graduates.
6
Programs
$8,463 – $26,536
Net Price Range
$42,682
Avg. Program Earnings
58.0%
Avg. Graduation Rate

6 Entrepreneurial and Small Business Operations Programs

Program rankings
# School Net Price In-State Tuition Graduation Rate Acceptance Rate
1 $8,463 $6,270 40.7%
2 $12,869 $9,228 57.3% 93.7%
3 $13,172 $9,315 63.9% 89.1%
4 $14,487 $6,496 82.2% 66.7%
5 $15,265 $6,074 34.2%
6 $26,536 $41,416 69.4% 69.8%

Frequently Asked Questions

What makes Brigham Young University unique among Utah business programs?

BYU combines private education quality with public school affordability at $14,487 net cost, significantly lower than most private institutions. The program achieves an impressive 82.20% graduation rate, nearly double that of Utah Valley University's 40.70%.

How do public universities in Utah compare for business operations degrees?

Public options range from Utah Valley University's $8,463 to Utah Tech University's $15,265 net costs. The University of Utah offers the highest graduation rate among public schools at 63.90%, while Utah State maintains strong accessibility with a 93.73% acceptance rate.

Is Westminster University worth the premium cost for entrepreneurial studies?

Westminster charges $26,536 net cost, more than triple Utah Valley University's price, but offers a 69.40% graduation rate. Students must weigh the $18,073 cost difference against potential networking and resources at this private Salt Lake City institution.

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