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Western Governors University

Salt Lake City, UT·Private·~100% acceptance

Located in Salt Lake City, UT, Western Governors University is a private university. Admissions are accessible, with about 100% of applicants accepted. Students pay an average net price of about $12,548 per year after financial aid. About 48% of students graduate, and alumni earn a median of about $60,615 ten years after enrolling.

Average cost
$12,548/yr avg net price after aid
Full cost $16,728
Aid cuts ~$4,180/yr on average

Average across all aided students (U.S. College Scorecard). Your actual price depends on your family's income. Take the free Matchmaker for an estimate based on your numbers.

Deadlines
ED
EA
RD
Rolling

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Admissions
GPA range3.2–3.7
SAT (middle 50%)Not reported
ACT (middle 50%)Not reported
Test policyTest optional
Programs
Computer Science
Data Science / Statistics
Information Systems / IT
Mathematics
Physics
Chemistry
Biology
Environmental Science
Outcomes
48%
graduation rate
65%
freshman retention
$69,572
median earnings, 6yr
$60,615
median earnings, 10yr
Frequently asked questions
What is Western Governors University's acceptance rate?
Western Governors University admits about 100% of applicants.
How much does Western Governors University cost?
At Western Governors University, the average net price after aid is about $12,548 per year, and the full cost of attendance is about $16,728 per year before aid. Your actual price depends on your family's income. Take Blueprint's free Matchmaker for an estimate based on your numbers.
What are Western Governors University's application deadlines?
Western Governors University's deadline is Regular Decision around Rolling. Always confirm exact dates on the school's official site.

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