Sandy Center - The University of Utah

The Sandy Center will close effective Jan. 1, 2027.

No. All Fall 2026 classes currently scheduled at the Sandy Center will continue as planned.

The closure is part of the University of Utah’s implementation of House Bill 265, which requires the U to strategically reallocate approximately $19.6 million in existing state funding over three years toward areas of high student and workforce demand. Sandy was identified as one of the reductions in the U’s approved plan.

Operating a separate instructional location requires dedicated facility and administrative resources, while most courses offered at Sandy are general education courses that are also available through other delivery options, including at the main campus and online.

The closure also comes as the U takes a broader look at how and where it delivers academic programs across Salt Lake County. This work is part of an intentional redesign of the university’s academic reach and aligns with the Utah System of Higher Education’s new regional framework initiative.

The Spring 2027 class schedule will be available Sept. 28. Once the schedule is available, students can review their options and work with their academic advisor to identify in-person and online courses that meet their academic needs and help them continue making progress toward their degree.

Yes. Continuing Education, youth programming and Osher Lifelong Learning Institute offerings will continue at other locations after the Sandy Center closes.

Students with questions about course selection, degree requirements or their individual academic plans should contact their academic advisor via EAB Navigate.

Questions, concerns or feedback about the Sandy Center closure may be directed to VP.UCL@UCL.utah.edu.