Weber State University Tuition & Completion (2026)
Weber State University is a public community college in Ogden, Utah, with about 16,360 students. The college offers associate degrees, career certificates, and transfer pathways to four-year universities. Typical net price after grant aid is about $10,258 for students who receive it, compared with published tuition near $6,557. Student demographics in federal data include White (69.8%) and Hispanic or Latino (14.0%) among the largest enrollment groups.
Key Facts
- 2024 Undergraduate Tuition: $6,557
- 2024 Average Net Price: $10,258 After Financial Aid
- 2024 Acceptance Rate: N/A Moderate Selectivity
- 2024 Enrolled Students: 16,360 67.1% Full-Time
- 2024 Graduation Rate: 46.20%
- Carnegie Classification: Master's Colleges and Universities: Medium Programs
- First-Generation Students: 37.4%
- Tuition trend: In-state tuition increase of 0.0% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Net price trend: Average net price increase of 2.0% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Full-Time Faculty: 96.3%
- Undergraduate Enrollment: 39,448
- Room & Board: $9,572 annual estimate
Weber State University: what the data shows
Common questions about Weber State University, answered from College Scorecard and IPEDS in this repository.
Where is Weber State University?
Weber State University is located in Ogden, UT (ZIP 84408-1001).
NCES locale classification: Town.
Is Weber State University public or private?
Weber State University is a Public institution.
How much does Weber State University cost?
Published tuition: $6,557 in-state, $17,545 out-of-state.
Average net price after aid: $10,258.
| Family income band | Avg. net price |
|---|---|
| Family income $0–$30,000 | $7,796 |
| $30,001–$48,000 | $8,300 |
| $48,001–$75,000 | $10,157 |
| $75,001–$110,000 | $12,596 |
| $110,001+ | $14,300 |
Sticker tuition × four years (estimate, no room/board): $26,228.
How big is Weber State University?
Total enrollment: 16,360 students.
Undergraduate enrollment: 39,448 students.
Graduate enrollment: 1,029 students.
About 67% enroll full-time in our extract.
What is the graduation rate at Weber State University?
150%-time completion rate: 46.20%.
First-year retention: 67.3%.
What do graduates of Weber State University earn?
Median earnings: $47,061 six years after entry; $56,287 ten years after entry (College Scorecard).
How much debt do students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers: $15,113.
16.52% of students receive Pell grants.
What is Weber State University known for?
Largest IPEDS program completions at this institution:
- General Studies (1,601 completions)
- Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse (793 completions)
- Radiologic Technology/Science - Radiographer (298 completions)
- Computer Science (289 completions)
- Health Professions and Related Programs (174 completions)
- Business Administration and Management, General (165 completions)
- Clinical/Medical Laboratory Technician (161 completions)
- Computer Programming/Programmer, General (151 completions)
- Criminal Justice/Safety Studies (151 completions)
- Elementary Education and Teaching (142 completions)
See ROI & Programs for more.
Is Weber State University a good school?
We do not score schools on opinion. Federal data in our extract show completion rate 46.20%; median earnings $56,287 at 10 years; net price $10,258. Compare these figures to your cost, aid, and career goals.
Tuition & Cost
Tuition Costs
$6,557
2024 Undergraduate Tuition
In 2024, the cost of tuition at Weber State University was $6,557.
Tuition comparison with similar institutions.
Average Net Price
$10,258
2024 Value
In 2024 Weber State University had an average net price — the price paid after factoring in grants and loans — of $10,258.
Average net price comparison with similar institutions.
Total Cost of Attendance
$41,032 Estimated 4-Year Total Cost
$10,258 Average Annual Net Price (after aid)
$26,228 4-Year In-State Tuition
$70,180 4-Year Out-of-State Tuition
$9,572 Room & Board (annual, on-campus estimate)
$1,400 Books & Supplies (annual estimate)
$17,529 Estimated Annual Sticker (tuition + room/board + books)
$70,116 Estimated 4-Year Sticker (before aid)
4-year total cost breakdown for Weber State University.
Financial Aid by Income Level
16.52% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Grants
10.17% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Loans
Financial aid distribution by income level.
Student Loan Default Rate
0.00%
3-year cohort default rate (College Scorecard)
The published 3-year cohort default rate for borrowers at Weber State University was 0.00%.
Cohort default rates account for borrowers who default in the first three years.
Tuition tracker
Published tuition and average net price by reporting year come from the College Scorecard institution file. Values are not adjusted for inflation; missing cells mean the field was not reported or was suppressed for Weber State University in that year.
Reporting years in the table below: 2013–2023 (Scorecard labels refer to the institutional submission cycle).
| Year | In-state tuition & fees | Out-of-state tuition & fees | Average net price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | $4,990 | $13,311 | $9,760 |
| 2014 | $5,184 | $13,838 | $10,812 |
| 2015 | $5,321 | $14,235 | $11,571 |
| 2016 | $5,523 | $14,749 | $10,059 |
| 2017 | $5,712 | $15,260 | $12,061 |
| 2018 | $5,859 | $15,646 | $11,832 |
| 2019 | $5,986 | $15,969 | $11,968 |
| 2020 | $5,956 | $16,138 | $11,647 |
| 2021 | $6,228 | $16,644 | $10,289 |
| 2022 | $6,391 | $17,084 | $10,514 |
| 2023 | $6,391 | $17,084 | $10,722 |
Sticker tuition and net price over time
Where the institution reported separate in-state and out-of-state tuition, both appear. Gaps mean the value was not reported for that year.
College Scorecard reporting-year fields (not inflation-adjusted).
Net price by family income
Brackets follow Scorecard definitions for the series shown (public vs private institution).
Latest income-band net prices available in the processed extract.
Acceptance Rate & Admissions
Acceptance Rate
Acceptance rate data is not available for this institution.
Acceptance rate compared to national average.
Test Scores
Test score data is not available for this institution.
Average SAT and ACT scores for admitted students.
Academic Requirements
GPA requirements are not published by this institution. Contact the admissions office for specific academic requirements.
Estimated GPA and test score ranges.
Enrollment & Student Demographics
Weber State University reported total enrollment of about 16,360 students in the latest College Scorecard extract. The student body is about 41% male and 59% female. Enrollment by race and ethnicity includes White (69.8%), Hispanic or Latino (14.0%), and Non-Resident Alien (4.8%). About 16.52% of undergraduates receive Pell Grants. Roughly 37.4% of students are first-generation college students.
Full-Time vs Part-Time Enrollment
67.1% Full-Time Enrollment
The total enrollment at Weber State University in 2024 is 16,360 students.
Undergraduate enrollment is about 39,448 students. Graduate enrollment is about 1,029 students.
Full-time vs part-time enrollment comparison.
Retention Rate over Time
67.3%
2024 Retention Rate
Retention rate measures the number of first-time students who began their studies the previous fall and returned to school the following fall.
Retention rate over time compared to similar institutions.
Enrollment by Race & Ethnicity
The largest enrollment share in our College Scorecard extract is White at 69.8%.
Shares are for total enrollment (undergraduate and graduate combined when reported).
College Scorecard student demographics.
Graduates & Outcomes
Time to Complete
23.18% 100% Completion Time
46.20% 150% Completion Time
In 2024, 23.18% of students graduating from Weber State University completed their program within 100% "normal time".
Completion rates over time compared to similar institutions.
Completions by Sex (Top Programs)
- General Studies: 39% male / 61% female
- Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse: 15% male / 85% female
- Radiologic Technology/Science - Radiographer: 19% male / 81% female
IPEDS completions by sex for the five largest programs (aggregate CIPs excluded).
Completions by Race & Ethnicity
Combined IPEDS award counts across reported programs; largest group: White.
Summed across program completion records in our extract.
ROI & Programs
Financial value and program information for Weber State University.
Return on Investment
$15,113 Median Student Debt
$56,287 Median Annual Earnings (10 years)
26.85% Debt-to-Earnings Ratio
1271.78% Return on Investment
2.7 years Estimated Payback Period
Financial value analysis for Weber State University.
Top Programs by Completions
10 largest programs by IPEDS completions (of 156 reported codes; aggregate/unknown CIP buckets excluded).
1. General Studies: 1,601 completions
2. Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse: 793 completions
3. Radiologic Technology/Science - Radiographer: 298 completions
4. Computer Science: 289 completions
5. Health Professions and Related Programs: 174 completions
6. Business Administration and Management, General: 165 completions
7. Clinical/Medical Laboratory Technician: 161 completions
8. Computer Programming/Programmer, General: 151 completions
9. Criminal Justice/Safety Studies: 151 completions
Most popular programs at Weber State University.
Employment Outcomes
Employment outcome data is not available for this institution.
Earnings outcomes for Weber State University graduates.
Operations
Instructional staffing and expenditure indicators for Weber State University from College Scorecard (not a full IPEDS finance statement).
Instructional Resources
- Full-time faculty share: 96.3%
- Average faculty salary (Scorecard): $9,800
- Instructional expenditure per FTE: $7,318
Endowment and detailed non-instructional staff counts require IPEDS Finance/HR surveys and are not in this extract.
Scorecard instructional metrics where reported.
About
Weber State University is a public institution located in Ogden, UT, classified as Master's Colleges and Universities: Medium Programs. In the latest IPEDS completions in our extract, the largest programs by awards were General Studies, Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Radiologic Technology/Science - Radiographer. Enrollment is approximately 16,360 students. Student body composition includes White (69.8%), Hispanic or Latino (14.0%), Non-Resident Alien (4.8%). The 150%-time completion rate is 46.20%. Approximately 16.52% of students receive Pell Grants. About 37.4% of students are first-generation college students.
Institution Type
Public
Carnegie Classification: Master's Colleges and Universities: Medium Programs
Location
Ogden, UT 84408-1001
Region: Rocky Mountains
Insights and Analysis
Diverse Program Offerings: With over 156 distinct degree programs, Weber State University provides students with a wide range of academic options. This diversity allows students to explore various fields and find programs that align with their interests and career goals.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Weber State University located?
Weber State University is located in Ogden, UT.
How much does Weber State University cost?
Reported tuition is $6,557 and average net price is $10,258 in the latest College Scorecard data. On-campus room and board is estimated at $9,572 annually.
What is the student body demographics at Weber State University?
Weber State University reports undergraduate enrollment of about 39,448 students, White (69.8%), Hispanic or Latino (14.0%) in federal College Scorecard data.
How many first-generation students attend Weber State University?
About 37.4% of students at Weber State University are first-generation college students.
What do graduates of Weber State University earn?
Median earnings are $47,061 six years after entry and $56,287 ten years after entry.
What is the graduation rate at Weber State University?
The 150%-time completion rate is 46.2% for the cohort reported to the College Scorecard.
How much debt do Weber State University students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers is $15,113.
Is Weber State University public or private?
Weber State University is a public institution located in Ogden, UT.
Is Weber State University an HBCU?
No. Weber State University is not flagged as an HBCU in the IPEDS institutional directory.
Is Weber State University a tribal college?
No. Weber State University is not flagged as a tribal college in IPEDS.
Is Weber State University a Hispanic-serving institution (HSI)?
Using a 25% Hispanic enrollment threshold on College Scorecard demographics, Weber State University does not meet that proxy (reported share 14.0%).
Is Weber State University religiously affiliated?
No religious affiliation is reported for Weber State University in IPEDS institutional characteristics.
Data Sources
This page uses data from the following sources:
- College Scorecard - U.S. Department of Education
- Institutional characteristics, costs, completion rates, and earnings data
- Data years: 2015-2024
- Source: collegescorecard.ed.gov
- Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS)
- Employment and wage data by occupation
- Latest data: May 2024
- Source: bls.gov/oes
- O*NET Online - U.S. Department of Labor
- Occupational skills, knowledge, abilities, and work activities
- Database version: 28.0 (August 2023)
- Source: onetcenter.org
- IPEDS (Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System) - National Center for Education Statistics
- Institutional data, completions, enrollment, and financial aid
- Data years: 2015-2024
- Source: nces.ed.gov/ipeds
- Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS)
- Demographic and workforce data
- Latest data: 2023 ACS 5-Year Estimates
- Source: census.gov/acs
- Related geography & profiles
- Utah college costs
- Utah colleges by ROI
- Utah trade schools profile
- Rocky Mountains regional profile
- All state profiles
- Regional profiles
- National benchmarks
- School directory
- All schools in Utah
Data Processing: All data has been processed, cleaned, and aggregated for presentation. Where specific data points are unavailable, estimates are based on available data and clearly marked.
Last Updated: Data reflects the most recent available information as of January 2025.
Methodology
Data for this profile is sourced from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard dataset, which provides comprehensive information on institutions of higher education in the United States.
All financial figures are adjusted for inflation and represent the most recent available data. Graduation rates and completion times are calculated according to federal standards.