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Study at Southern Utah University


Southern Utah University is situated in Cedar City, Utah. SUU was founded by the citizens of Cedar City in 1897. The school was initially named Branch Normal School. Over the years, it underwent five name changes and finally settled on its present name. SUU has now evolved into a comprehensive, regional university which offers a range of graduate, baccalaureate, associate and technical programs. Southern Utah University is divided into the following academic colleges and schools:
  • College of Computing, Integrated Engineering and Technology
  • College of Education
  • College of Humanities and Social Sciences
  • College of Performing and Visual Arts
  • College of Science
  • School of Business
  • School of Continuing and Professional Studies
SUU awards Associate, Bachelors and Masters Degrees. There are a number of clubs and student organizations on campus, including 4 recognized Greek service organizations. SUU's sports teams are called the Thunderbirds. They compete in the NCAA Football Championship Subdivision in football, and in Division I in other sports. Some of the notable alumni of SUU are Michael O. Leavitt, the 14th Governor of Utah, and Harry Reid, the Senate Majority Leader representing the State of Nevada.

Profile of Southern Utah UniversitySouthern Utah University is located in a self-contained town, in Cedar City, UT. The school is a public institution. Degree levels at Southern Utah University top out at the Master's degree.

Course Topics

Students at the school often study education and teaching.

Southern Utah University Selectivity

The admissions department at Southern Utah University does not accept all those who apply. Most students' verbal SAT scores were in the range of 440 to 590 in 2007. A quarter of students admitted in 2007 scored 570 or higher on the math SAT.

FacultyThe school's tenure system is geared toward rewarding and keeping the most valuable professors.

Student Enrolment

The school offers classes to 7, 057 students (5, 899 full-time equivalent).

Student LifeSouthern Utah University does offer meal plans to students. Students sports include formal participation in Mid-Continent Conference competitions.

Southern Utah University Tuition and AffordabilityTuition is fairly low at Southern Utah University. Southern Utah University Programs and Degrees
General CategoryDegreesMost Common Majors
Education and Teaching327education, elementary school teaching, physical education teaching, English teaching, family/home economics teaching, music teaching, social science teaching, drama and dance teaching, . . .
Liberal Arts240general studies, sociology, political science, interdisciplinary studies, history, English, Spanish language, economics, . . .
Business and Management182accounting, business management, marketing, finance
Science91biology, geology, chemistry
Nursing and Emergency Medicine77registered nursing
Media54communication studies
Therapy and Counselling50psychology
Security and Law Enforcement50criminal justice and police
Family and Social Work38family and consumer science, human nutrition, child development
Engineering Technician20engineering technology, civil drafting, CAD and design
Drama and Performing Arts16drama, dance
Construction Trades13construction manager
Design12graphic design, interior design
Computer Science and Engineering11computer and info science, computer science, information technology
Agricultural Science and Management11agriculture
Hospitality10hospitality management
Nutrition and Exercise Therapy9athletic trainer
Art Studies8arts management, art studies
Mathematics6mathematics
Fine Arts6fine arts
Music5music
Engineering5engineering science, civil engineering
Law4legal assistant
Mechanics and Repair4automobile mechanics
Animal Science and Care1animal husbandry
Photography and Commercial Art0commercial art
Production Trades0cabinetmaking
Contact: Southern Utah UniversitySouthern Utah University

351 West University Blvd

Cedar City, UT 84720

General Phone: (435) 586-7700

http: //www.suu.edu