How to Apply to UOnline
Ready to take the next step toward earning your degree online? Applying to UOnline at the University of Utah is straightforward, and we’re here to guide you through the process.
Learn everything you need to know about how to apply to UOnline, from undergraduate and graduate admission requirements to answers for you may want to ask.
UOnline Application Details
To enroll in a UOnline program, you must apply to the University of Utah and indicate your interest in UOnline. There is not a separate UOnline application.
You should direct all general admission inquiries to the University of Utah Admissions Office, including questions about transcripts, status updates, and acceptance information.
Once you are admitted and complete orientation, you’ll receive more information about registering for your UOnline classes.
Before applying, confirm that we have authorization to offer online programs in your state.
Find Your Path to UOnline
We understand that every student’s educational past is different. That’s why we have admission requirements for all student types. Choose yours to get started!
Welcome back to the U! You can apply to UOnline to complete your degree. You must submit your official transcripts if you attended another institution after the University of Utah.
If you’ve earned a high school diploma and attended a college or university but still need to complete your bachelor’s degree, we can help you finish what you started as a transfer student.
If you graduated from high school or earned the equivalent of a high school diploma seven or more years ago and have yet to attend college, UOnline provides a flexible pathway to fit your unique needs.
If you’ve already earned a bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution, UOnline is an excellent option for pursuing a second degree in a flexible format.
As a first-year student who has not attended college, you can start your time at the University of Utah in-person. Explore your next steps for on-campus admissions.
Undergraduate Student Admission
If you want to apply to UOnline as an undergraduate student, follow these steps when filling out your application:
- Under “Campus,” select “Online Only.”
- Under “Type of Application,” select the student type that fits your status.
- UOnline accepts applications from returning, transfer, and second bachelor’s degree students.
- If you apply as “Nondegree Seeking,” you will be admitted as a main campus student.
- Under “Application Term – When do you plan to enroll?,” choose the appropriate semester (spring, summer or fall).
- Under “Academic Interest,” choose the UOnline program you want to pursue.
Note: If you are applying to nursing or social work UOnline programs, you must apply to both the University of Utah and your program of interest.
Graduate Student Admission
Have you already completed your undergraduate degree and are ready to take the next step in your academic journey? UOnline offers convenient, career-advancing graduate programs.
Note: You must apply to the University of Utah and your chosen program. It is important to review program-specific deadlines, as they may vary.
If you want to apply to UOnline as a graduate student, follow these steps when filling out your application:
- Under “Academic Program” select the program you intend to pursue.
- Select the Entry Term.
- If the program you selected is a UOnline Program, a question should appear: “Where do you intend to complete your degree?”
- For most programs, the choices will be Salt Lake City Campus (Main Campus) OR Online.
- Select “Online” to pursue UOnline.
- Note: some programs are only offered online.
Frequently Asked Questions
Have questions about the UOnline application process? Whether you’re wondering about admission requirements, transcripts or deadlines, we’ve got the answers.
Yes, you must submit transcripts from every regionally accredited institution you’ve attended, even if it was just for one course or during high school (like concurrent enrollment). Even if a course from one institution appears on another institution's transcript, you'll still need to send the original transcript. You must have official transcripts sent directly from the institution to the Office of Admissions. Transcripts already in your possession cannot be submitted.
Note: If you have an official transcript sealed in its original envelope from the university or college you attended, you can hand-deliver or mail it to the Office of Admissions by placing the original sealed envelope inside another envelope.
For graduate applicants, if you’ve taken classes or earned a degree from the University of Utah, you’ll need to submit your official University of Utah transcripts with your application. Failing to include all transcripts by the program’s deadline could disqualify you from consideration, so plan ahead to avoid delays.
If you’re transferring as an undergraduate, courses from regionally accredited institutions may transfer, but not all credits will necessarily count. This can apply to preparatory, vocational or religious courses from faith-based institutions. As part of your application, you must submit official transcripts from all regionally accredited institutions you’ve attended. If you completed concurrent enrollment credits in high school, you must submit the official transcript from the college or university, not your high school, to have those credits evaluated. Learn more about how your courses may transfer.
If you’re transferring as a graduate student, and you’ve previously taken graduate courses that haven’t been applied toward a degree or certificate and are relevant to your program, they may be accepted as transfer credits. Talk with the program's academic advisor about the possibility of transferring these credits. Generally, no more than 6 to 9 transfer credits may be considered, and your program will have full discretion over which credits transfer.
Undergraduate students: If you submit your application after the final deadline with all required documentation, we will process and consider it on a space-available basis. Apply as early as possible, as the University of Utah may close applications without notice after the final deadline.
Graduate students: Most graduate programs do not accept late applications. You should contact the UOnline program you’re interested in to see if they accept late applications and to find out the late application deadline. Prepare to pay a late application fee if your program allows late submissions.