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Weber State University

Weber State · Ogden, Utah, United States

Weber State University is a comprehensive public polytechnic and regional teaching institution founded in 1889, situated along the scenic foothills of the Wasatch Mountains in Ogden, Utah. Renowned for engineering technology, automotive service technology, nursing and healthcare leadership, and professional sales, Weber State is an essential driver of the Northern Utah aerospace and defense innovation cluster adjacent to Hill Air Force Base.

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Key institutional metrics

Founded / Established
1889
Student Population
29,500+
International Ratio
3%
Academic Staff
1,150+
Location
Ogden, Utah, United States

Academic overview & strategic disciplines

Weber State comprises seven academic colleges: the College of Engineering, Applied Science & Technology (EAST), Dumke College of Health Professions, Goddard School of Business & Economics, College of Science, Telitha E. Lindquist College of Arts & Humanities, Moyes College of Education, and the College of Social & Behavioral Sciences. The university operates the Miller Advanced Research and Solutions (MARS) Center.

Research admissions & international qualifications

Undergraduate admissions evaluate high school graduation credentials, transcripts, and core curriculum with open and test-optional admissions. Graduate programs require an accredited bachelor's degree with a minimum 3.0 GPA, professional statement, two letters of recommendation, and English language proficiency (TOEFL 79+ or IELTS 6.5+).

Featured degrees, scholarships & fellowships (6)

Featured faculty researchers (3)

Dr. Fon Brown

Professor of Electrical and Computer Engineering
Department of Electrical & Computer Engineering

Dr. Fon Brown researches digital signal processing, reconfigurable FPGA logic, aerospace telemetry, and embedded microcontroller architectures for defense-grade...

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Dr. Brian Rague

Associate Dean of the College of Engineering, Applied Science & Technology
Department of Computer Science

Dr. Brian Rague investigates parallel algorithms, high-performance distributed computing, software engineering process metrics, and cyber-resilient industrial c...

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Dr. John Mull

Professor of Zoology
Department of Zoology

Dr. John Mull conducts ecological field research in Great Basin and Rocky Mountain ecosystems, examining seed dispersal mutualisms, arthropod community structur...

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Important advisory & disclaimer

OpenField is an independent research platform not officially affiliated with Weber State University. Information reflects public documentation reviewed on 2026-10-16. Students must verify application deadlines, fee structures, and prerequisite details directly with official university admissions departments before applying.

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