The University of Utah is a public research university in Salt Lake City known for its pioneering video game design program and growing technology startup culture. Its proximity to world-class ski resorts and national parks, combined with strong programs in computer science and health sciences, creates a distinctive student experience.
Mascot: Ute
Notable Alumni
Ed Catmull (co-founder of Pixar)•John Warnock (co-founder of Adobe)•J. Willard Marriott (founder of Marriott Hotels)
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The University of Utah Department of Public Safety provides 24/7 patrols, a public safety dashboard, and campus-wide emergency alerts. Vehicle-related crimes have decreased significantly.
The campus sits in the foothills east of downtown Salt Lake City, in Federal Heights — consistently ranked among the city's safest areas.
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