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About Utica University

private masters universityhealth sciences focussmall class sizesaccessible admissionsupstate new york

Utica University is a private university in Utica, NY, known for its private masters university, health sciences focus, and small class sizes. With an acceptance rate of 81%, Utica is accessible for most qualified applicants, typically enrolling around 430 students each year. Utica is test optional; students who submit scores are typically admitted with SATs between 1084–1250, though many competitive applicants choose not to submit. Utica offers merit scholarships regardless of financial need, with awards averaging $14,819 per year; the sticker price of $38,493 may look very different from what your family actually pays.

Admissions

Utica University acceptance rate and admitted student profile

accessible for most qualified applicants

81%
Overall Accept Rate
1167
Median Admitted SAT
SATSubmitted score range: 1084 – 1250 (test optional)

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Application Strategy

Strategy tips for applying to Utica University

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Application Strategy
Utica University has a nationally recognized cybersecurity program, so if you have any interest in that field, mention it specifically in your application materials rather than listing a generic interest in technology or business.
Essay Strategy
Utica offers strong pre-law, occupational therapy, and criminal justice programs, so if you are applying to one of these, write directly about why that specific program at Utica fits your career goals rather than keeping your essay vague about your direction.

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Financial Aid & Cost

What Utica University actually costs your family

Average net prices by income bracket from College Scorecard data.

Family IncomeSticker PriceAvg. Net Cost / yr
0-30k~$38k/yr$13.3k
30k-48k~$38k/yr$14.5k
48k-75k~$38k/yr$16.4k
75k-110k~$38k/yr$20.2k
110k+~$38k/yr$26.7k

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Outcomes & Campus

Student outcomes and campus profile

56%
6-Year Graduation Rate
$57k
Median Earnings (6 yrs)
12:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
2,864
Undergrad Enrollment

Student Body

Student body composition

Race & Ethnicity

66%White
11%Hispanic
10%Black / African American
5%Unknown / Unreported
4%Asian
4%Two or More Races
1%American Indian / AK Native
1%International
0%Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander
Gender45% Men · 55% Women
Citizenship / Immigration Status100% Citizens and Immigrants · 1% International
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