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Equine Studies

Learn more about studying Equine Studies as an international student.

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Key facts

  • Program
    Associate
  • Duration
    2 years
  • Program
    On campus
  • Pace
    Full-time
  • Annual tuition fee
    21,446USD
  • Start date
    Jan, May, Sep
  • University ranking
    Not ranked

Program overview

What Southern Utah University says about their program:

Southern Utah University’s Equine Studies associate degree program gives students hands-on experience working with horses. During the accredited, two-year program, you’ll cover everything from riding and training horses to horse husbandry including studies in the areas of agricultural business, vaccinations, horse production, horse science and industry, animal/livestock breeding, pest management, and range lands. The SUU Equine Studies program is the only equine-dedicated degree offered within Utah or Nevada and it is the only opportunity students have to become degree certified to work with horses.

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Admission requirements

Undergraduate academic requirements

  • High school diploma
  • Foreign transcripts will be converted to a U.S. 4.0 grade point average (GPA) scale and must meet a 2.0 minimum GPA requirement

Postgraduate academic requirements

  • Achieved and awarded a bachelor's Degree from an accredited university or college
  • Achieved an overall undergraduate GPA of 3.0 or higher

English proficiency

Undergraduate

  • TOEFL

    71

  • IELTS

    6.0

  • Duolingo

    105

  • iTEP Academic

    4.2

  • TOEFL Essentials

    7.5

Graduate

  • TOEFL

    79

  • IELTS

    6.0

  • Duolingo

    110

  • iTEP

    4.2

  • TOEFL Essentials

    8.0

English proficiency waivers

Undergraduate

  • ACT

    18

  • SAT

    Critical Reading 450

  • Applicants with an undergraduate degree from an accredited college or university in the U.S. or an English speaking country
  • Transfer students from a U.S. college who have completed 24 or more credits at a 2.0 GPA or higher
  • Students who have successfully graduated from an English language program may submit an official transcript indicating graduation with an overall grade performance of at least 80% or a B average

Graduate

  • Applicants with an undergraduate degree from an accredited college or university in the U.S. or an English speaking country
  • Transfer students from a U.S. college who have completed 24 or more credits at a 2.0 GPA or higher
  • Students who have successfully graduated from an English language program may submit an official transcript indicating graduation with an overall grade performance of at least 80% or a B average

Documents required

Undergraduate

  • Application form
  • Application fee
  • Academic transcripts
  • Translations
  • Diploma of previous studies
  • English proficiency proof
  • Copy of passport

Graduate

  • Application form
  • Application fee
  • Academic transcripts (All international college transcripts must be evaluated by an approved foreign credential evaluation company)
  • Translations
  • Diploma of previous studies
  • English proficiency proof
  • Copy of passport
  • International Graduate Student Financial Form
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Scholarships at Southern Utah University

  • International Centurium Scholarship

    Official page

    A four-year, merit-based award worth $4,000 total for new international undergraduate students at Southern Utah University, the entry tier of SUU's international scholarship ladder. Admitted international students are automatically considered through the standard admissions application; priority deadlines are April 15 for Fall and October 15 for Spring. Selection factors include academic merit (GPA around 3.0+), citizenship, and financial need. As with the Founders' and Deans' tiers, this award is designated for international undergraduates only, confirming eligibility for non-domestic students.

  • International Deans' Scholarship

    Official page

    A four-year, merit-based award worth $7,000 total for new international undergraduate students at Southern Utah University. Like the other international scholarship tiers, all admitted international applicants are automatically considered upon completing their admissions application by the priority deadline (April 15 for Fall, October 15 for Spring). The International Student Scholarship Committee weighs academic merit, citizenship, and financial need when selecting recipients. It cannot be combined with other substantial SUU tuition scholarships. Because the award is restricted to students holding international (non-US) status, it is explicitly open to international undergraduates.

  • International Founders' Scholarship

    Official page

    A four-year, merit-based award worth $9,000 total for new international undergraduate students at Southern Utah University. All admitted international students are automatically considered when they submit their admissions application; no separate scholarship application is required. Awards are decided by the International Student Scholarship Committee based on academic merit (GPA, typically 3.0 or higher), citizenship, and financial need. Priority deadlines are April 15 for Fall entry and October 15 for Spring entry. This scholarship is specifically reserved for international (non-resident, non-domestic) undergraduate applicants, making eligibility for international students explicit.

  • International Student Scholarship

    Official page

    A need-based scholarship awarded by the Associate Provost for International Affairs to an international student in good standing who has been approved to attend Southern Utah University. The award amount varies from year to year rather than being a fixed sum. The final application deadline is March 1, and questions can be directed to the Financial Aid Office. Eligibility is explicitly tied to international student status, so this award is open to international undergraduates who demonstrate financial need.

All scholarship information on Studee is provided for guidance only. Always check the university's official scholarship page for the latest information on eligibility, award amounts, deadlines, and application requirements.

Fees

  • Undergraduate tuition

    US$21,446 per year

  • Graduate tuition

    US$17,342 per year

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What is the cost of living near Southern Utah University?

Local figures aren't available yet — values reflect USA-wide averages.

Category Cost  (in United States Dollar)
Rent, 1-bed apartment in city centre$1,652Range: $1,046 to $4,269
Rent, 1-bed apartment outside centre$1,349Range: $891 to $2,857
Utilities (electricity, heating, water, refuse)$214Range: $130 to $400
Internet (60 Mbps unlimited)$73Range: $50 to $110
Mobile phone plan (data + calls)$61Range: $30 to $110
Monthly public transport pass$65Range: $35 to $138
Monthly grocery basket$350Range: $250 to $500
Coffee shop drink$5Range: $3 to $9
Cinema or cultural event ticket$15Range: $11 to $23
Gym membership$45Range: $20 to $135

Indicative monthly costs per person.

Data sourced from numbeo.com (Crowdsourced).

Visa requirements for Southern Utah University

Many international students will require a visa to study in the US, and this is a vital step of your study abroad journey. Make sure you understand the requirements you may need to meet before applying.