Division I athletics at Utah’s public universities generate far more than game-day excitement. A recent report from the University of Utah’s Kem C. Gardner Policy Institute highlights the economic, academic, and community impact of college sports across the state. In FY 2024:
$408.8 Million
Total economic output generated statewide
$229 Million
Gross domestic product contribution
3,020
Jobs supported by intercollegiate athletics
$19 Million
Ticket sales across Utah’s public universities
2,100
Student-athletes competing in Division I sports
19
Division I programs at the U
3.32
Average U student-athlete GPA
95%
U student-athlete graduation rate
$109.8 Million
Total athletic revenue at the U
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