UNIVERSITY OF UTAH

ABOUT UTAH

Founded in 1850 and now serving 36,881 students in Salt Lake City, the University of Utah operates 17 varsity sports within the Big 12 Conference after joining the league in 2024. The Utes compete across men's and women's basketball, football, soccer, swimming and diving, cross country, tennis, golf, baseball, softball, and women's lacrosse—providing comprehensive athletic opportunities for student-athletes across Olympic and traditional sports. Utah's athletic department represents one of the region's premier collegiate programs, drawing from a student body that has grown substantially since the institution's founding.

Utah athletics emphasize both competitive excellence and broad participation across gender-balanced offerings. The football program anchors the athletic department's profile within the Big 12, while Olympic sports including swimming and diving, cross country, and track athletes contribute to the department's national competitiveness. With equal investment in men's and women's programs—including basketball, soccer, tennis, and golf for both genders—Utah maintains a commitment to athletic accessibility across its 17 varsity teams, supported by the university's comprehensive infrastructure in Salt Lake City.