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University of Utah reports enrollment of 39,060

The university says its fall 2026 census count grew by 888 students, or 2.3%, from the prior year.

The John R. Park Building at the University of Utah, photographed in 2012
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The University of Utah reported fall enrollment of 39,060 on Monday, Oct. 19, an increase of 888 students, or 2.3%, over last year's census count. The university said enrollment grew for a seventh consecutive year. [1]

The incoming class includes 6,672 first-year students and 1,538 new transfer students. Undergraduate enrollment reached 30,279, while graduate enrollment fell to 8,781 from 8,911, according to the university. [1]

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  1. University of Utah Communications · Student growth remains steady, U leaders plan for future, Oct. 19, 2026 attheu.utah.edu

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