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About Westminster University

small private universityhealth sciences focuslow student faculty ratiomasters level programs

Westminster University is a private university in Salt Lake City, UT, known for its small private university, health sciences focus, and low student faculty ratio. With an acceptance rate of 70%, Westminster University is accessible for most qualified applicants, typically enrolling around 191 students each year. Westminster University is test optional; students who submit scores are typically admitted with SATs between 1166–1373, though many competitive applicants choose not to submit. Westminster University offers merit scholarships regardless of financial need, with awards averaging $28,293 per year; the sticker price of $54,255 may look very different from what your family actually pays.

Admissions

Westminster University acceptance rate and admitted student profile

accessible for most qualified applicants

70%
Overall Accept Rate
3.75
Typical Admitted GPA
1270
Median Admitted SAT
SATSubmitted score range: 1166 – 1373 (test optional)

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Application Strategy

Strategy tips for applying to Westminster University

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Demonstrated Interest
Westminster is located in Salt Lake City, so show that you have thought concretely about how you would use the city, whether through internships, outdoor recreation, or community engagement. Reference specific Salt Lake City resources or neighborhoods in your application materials to signal genuine interest.
Test Score Strategy
Westminster is test optional and your current score falls below the 75th percentile for admitted students, so withholding your score is likely the stronger move. Focus your application energy on your essays, GPA, and activities instead.

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Financial Aid & Cost

What Westminster University actually costs your family

Average net prices by income bracket from College Scorecard data.

Family IncomeSticker PriceEst. Net Cost / yr
0-30k~$54k/yr$23.0k
30k-48k~$54k/yr$24.1k
48k-75k~$54k/yr$21.8k
75k-110k~$54k/yr$25.3k
110k+~$54k/yr$30.4k

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Outcomes & Campus

Student outcomes and campus profile

69%
6-Year Graduation Rate
$53k
Median Earnings (6 yrs)
9:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
1,121
Undergrad Enrollment
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