Frequently Asked Questions

For traditional programs: USU tuition changes yearly, for an estimate of what tuition costs might look like see page one of the USU Tuition & Fees document

For Technical Education Certificates: The cost for tuition is currently $95 per credit hour plus an additional $3 per credit hour for student fees. Differential tuition applies to the Commercial Driver’s License and Heavy Equipment Operator programs. For additional information about what is considered “technical education” and quotes for the CDL & HEO programs see page four of the USU Tuition & Fees document

 To find course listings and degree maps go to our Degree Finder website, search for your desired program, then on the right-hand side of the page under “Program Requirements” you’ll find a link to the course information.

There are many opportunities for financial aid at USU. Here are just a few to get you started:

• Fill out FAFSA
• Take advantage of the Aggie Advantage Scholarship
• Log in to Scholarship Universe (this is the database USU uses to match you with scholarships you may qualify for, both internal and externally)
• Check out Admissions Scholarships
• Apply for private or third party scholarships
• Look into our Work Study program
• See if your program offers any Department Scholarships

Yes, a lot of them! Check out our CAAS specific scholarships by department

Yes! We offer tours of the following facilities:

• ASTE Building (Agricultural machinery focused)
• Aggie Creamery & NDFS Building
• Aggie Chocolate Factory
• LAEP Studios (Landscape Architecture & Environmental Planning Studios)
• OPDD Studios (Outdoor Product Design & Development Studios)
• Aviation Maintenance Labs
• Teaching Greenhouse
• Research Greenhouse
• Logan-Cache Airport
• Caine Dairy
• Animal Science Farm (Includes Equine facilities)
• Greenville Research Farm

You can schedule a tour of any of these facilities

These are great questions for you academic advisor! Scheduling an appointment with them is one of the quickest ways to get answers about your specific program. You can schedule an appointment with your advisor.

We know that navigating the Professional Pilot program can sometimes be tricky. That’s why we’ve created an entire Frequently Asked Questions page dedicated to questions about our aviation program. Take a look!

To become a veterinarian you’ll need a Degree of Veterinary Medicine (DVM). This degree is typically received after acceptance to a 4-year postbaccalaureate program. USU’s Bioveterinary Science program is designed to help prepare students for this Vet school. Beginning Fall 2025 USU will have their own, 4-year Veterinary Medicine program for students to apply to after their bachelors degree. For more information about our Veterinary Medicine Graduate program contact Ryan Soelberg at ryan.soelberg@usu.edu.

There are many ways to get involved! Two of the easiest ways are Clubs and Leadership opportunities.

Clubs: Check out our CAAS Student Club page. There are clubs representing every within the college. Many students use clubs to give them experience outside of the classroom and to compliment the majors they’re in. Studying equine science but really like other animals too? Consider joining the sheep and goat club!

Dean’s Leadership Council: This program provides opportunities for students to be leaders within our college and the University as a whole. Ambassadors work to help recruit future Aggies around the country, and Council focuses on providing resources for current students. If you’re looking for leadership opportunities, this organization is a great one! Applications for the Fall open Spring of the previous year (typically between January and March).

That’s an excellent question! For starters you can check out our Transfer Guide and Frequently Asked Questions page put together by the registrar’s office. If you’re still not sure how exactly your credits will transfer, set up an appointment with your Academic Advisor