Dixie State University

Dixie State University Overview

Dixie State University is a public, state school in a small town setting in St. George, Utah. Dixie State University was founded in 1911 and presently has around 12,266 students a year, including 12,201 undergrads. Dixie State University offers on-campus housing for students. Most students live in off campus housing.

There are many ways for students to get involved at Dixie State University!

Interested in music or performing? Sing in a chorus or perform with one of Dixie State University's theater groups.

Interested in journalism or communications? Dixie State University students can write for the campus newspaper, host a radio show or be a producer for the student-run television channel.

Dixie State University does not have any greek life opportunties.

Planning to play sports? Dixie State University has many options for athletes. See them all and learn more about life at Dixie State University on the Student Life page.

2022 Dixie State University Facts At-A-Glance
Academic Calendar	Semester
Early Decision Acceptance Rate	Info Not Available
Early Action Acceptance Rate	EA not offered
Average GPA	3.4
Applicants Submitting SAT scores	12%
In-State Tuition	$5,267
Out-of-State	$16,836
Percent of Need Met	33.2%
Average First-Year Financial Aid Package	$1,963

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Is Dixie State University a Good School?

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There is no one way to define a "good" college or university. Admissions criteria, acceptance rate and average GPA are good indicators of how selective an institution is.

Let's take a look at these areas to get a clearer sense of what Dixie State University offers and if the school seems like a good fit for you.

Retention and Graduation Rates at Dixie State University

Retention refers to the number of students that stay enrolled at a school over time. It is a way to measure how satisfied students are with their school experience, and if they have the support necessary to succeed in college.

About 59% of students who start at Dixie State University come back for their second year of college. Dixie State Universityhas a six year graduation rate of 25 for undergrads. Compare this to the average six-year graduation rate for colleges and universities in the U.S., which is around 61% for public schools and 67% for private.

Job Outlook Dixie State University Graduates

Job placement rates after graduation and average starting salaries can all give important clues about the value of a degree from a specific school.

Check with Dixie State University directly, for information on any information on starting salaries for recent grads.

Dixie State University's Endowment

An endowment is the total value of a school's investments, donations, and assets. Endowment is not necessarily an indicator of the quality of a school, but it can give you a sense of how much money a college can afford to invest in expanding programs, improving facilities, and support students.

As of 2022, the total market value of Dixie State University's endowment was $14.4 million. The average college endowment was $905 million in 2021. The school spends $2,386 for each full-time student enrolled.

Tuition and Financial Aid at Dixie State University

Tuition is another important factor when choose a college. Some colleges may have high tuition, but do a better job at meeting students' financial need.

Dixie State University meets 33.2% of the demonstrated financial need for undergraduates. The average financial aid package for a full-time, first-year student is around $1,963 a year.

The average student debt for graduates in the class of 2022 was around $5,379 per student, not including those with no debt. For context, compare this number with the average national debt, which is around $36,000 per borrower.

The 2023-2024 FAFSA Opened on October 1st, 2022

Some aid is available on a first-come, first-served basis, so fill out the FAFSA as soon as you can. Visit the FAFSA website to apply for student aid. Remember, the first F in FAFSA stands for FREE! You should never have to pay to submit the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), so don't give your money (or info!) to any website that claim you do.

Learn more about Tuition and Financial Aid at Dixie State University.

Based on this information, how does Dixie State University sound? Remember, a school that is perfect for one person may be a terrible fit for someone else! So ask yourself: Is Dixie State University a good school for you?

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Where is Dixie State University?

Dixie State University is located in the small town setting of St. George, Utah.

If you would like to see Dixie State University for yourself, be sure to plan a visit! The best way to reach campus is to take Interstate 15 to St. George, or book a flight to the nearest airport, St. George Municipal.

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