Overview

The Financial Planning and Counseling Major at University of Utah equips students with the necessary tools to help individuals and families make informed financial decisions. It prepares students for careers as financial planners, wealth managers, financial counselors, or advisors working in various settings such as financial planning firms, banks, insurance companies, or as independent consultants.

Throughout the program, students may have opportunities for internships or practical experiences to apply their knowledge in real-world scenarios. They are encouraged to pursue certifications as a Certified Financial Planner™ (CFP) and/or as an Accredited Financial Counselor® (AFC).

Career Opportunities

After graduation students work in a variety of companies and nonprofit programs such as: Fidelity investments, TIAA, Goldman Sachs, boutique financial planning firms across the country, Utah saves, Volunteer Income Tax Assistants (VITA), NeighborWorks® Salt Lake banks and credit unions etc.

The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics predicts demand will grow 15% through 2029 for personal financial advisors. They also note, "Those who obtain certification will likely have the best prospects."
According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, the median pay is $87,860 annually for personal financial advisors.

As a Certified Financial Planner®, your expertise and credibility can earn more. You will be more likely to reach the top salary of $167,780 annually in the peak of your career.

A new study shows that 9 out of 10 CFP® professionals are very satisfied with their career choice in financial planning.
An even higher 92% say they are very satisfied with their decision to pursue CFP® certification, and 91% would recommend CFP® certification to other financial professionals.

Programme Structure

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-01-12 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-11-01 00:00:00
Starting 2027-05-18 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-04-01 00:00:00
Starting 2027-08-24 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-04-01 00:00:00

Language

English

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Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Salt Lake City, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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General requirements

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Submit Proof of English Proficiency

Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

32932 USD / year

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Out-of-State

32932 USD / year

≈ 32932 USD / year
Domestic

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In-State

10480 USD / year

≈ 10480 USD / year

Living costs

Salt Lake City

United States

1000 - 1730 USD / month

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Career Opportunities

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

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Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Domestic

Living costs

Salt Lake City

Funding

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