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Impact & Prosperity Epicenter

1755 Student Life Way, Salt Lake City, UT 84112
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Description

Opening in Fall 2024, the Impact & Prosperity Epicenter will be a place where change makers unite to live, learn, and work to solve the world's great challenges. The Impact & Prosperity Epicenter integrates housing with programming to offer students an unparalleled and integrated experience that matches passionate students with the expertise of industry professionals and scholars to empower a new generation of change makers committed to social good. We're currently looking for motivated self-starters who are passionate about people and the planet to apply to live and thrive in our on-campus community beginning in fall 2024. We encourage students from a diverse range of backgrounds and experience levels to apply. The building is located in the heart of campus with convenient access to the Student Life Center, Trax (light rail) stations, buses, dining, and many other nearby University resources. It will house 778 residents in three different housing options, each designed to meet the unique needs of students throughout their academic journey. Housing options include end-cap communities, 4- and 8-bedroom apartments, and classic single and double room. The Epicenter will also be the landmark home of the Center for Business, Health, and Prosperity as well as the Sorenson Impact Institute.

Amenities

  • 24-Hour Front Desk
  • Chair
  • Closet Space
  • Desk
  • Diverse and Vibrant Activities and Events
  • Email Newsletter
  • Events Calendar
  • Free Laundry Facilities on Each Floor
  • Full Kitchen in each End-Cap Communities and Apartments
  • Full Service Cafe
  • Games & Activities
  • High-Speed Internet
  • Hub & Community Corner
  • Impact Courses
  • Lending Library from Front Desk
  • Shared Kitchen Space on Each Floor for Single and Double Rooms
  • Twin XL Bed

Meal Plans

Meal plans are only required for first-year students at the Impact & Prosperity Epicenter.
Swoop 5*
$3,417.00
$1,708.50 per semester
$200 flex dollars per semester
5 meals per week
Swoop 10
$5,870.00
$2,935.00 per semester
$200 flex dollars per semester
10 meals per week
Swoop 15
$6,445.00
$3,222.50 per semester
$200 flex dollars per semester
15 meals per week
Swoop 21
$6,642.00
$3,321.00 per semester
$200 flex dollars per semester
21 meals per week
*Swoop 5 is a meal incentive initiative tailored for commuters or individuals with access to kitchen facilities, enabling them to select one meal for each class day throughout the week. As a result, students residing in housing options that require mandatory meal plans are not eligible to participate in this program.

Living Learning Communities (LLCs)

LLCs often help residents complete their general education requirements and make progress on their honors degree or choice of major by engaging community members in a required course.

Impact and Prosperity Epicenter

The Impact & Prosperity Epicenter is a Theme Community where change-makers unite to live, learn and work to solve the world’s great challenges. This immersive community will prepare students to become thoughtful global citizens committed to the betterment of people and the planet.

LLC Fee: $34.00
Who Selects Residents: Resident applications will be selected by a committee representing the Sorenson Impact Institute and Center for Business, Health, and Prosperity.
Associated Courses: There are no required courses for this community. However, residents are invited to participate in our premier courses, programs, and activities.
How to Apply: First-Year, Sophomore, Upper-Division and Graduate Students in any academic focus of study are eligible to apply. Complete your Housing U application and a Supplemental Application.
Contact Information: Impact & Prosperity Epicenter - epicenter@utah.edu 801-646-6468

Location Details

The Impact & Prosperity Epicenter is centrally located on Lower Campus near many campus facilities, including the Student Life Center, Student Union, Spencer Fox Eccles Business Building, Lassonde Studios and Kahlert Village.


Eligibility

Who's Eligible: First Year, Upper Division, Graduate


Room Genders Available

Gender Inclusive Rooms, Female Rooms, Male Rooms

Rate Estimator
The rates displayed in this tool are intended solely as an estimate for your budgetary considerations.
Academic Year 2025-2026
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Room Types

First Year

First Year Single

First Year

First Year Single

Room Price: $11,815.00

Room Layouts
First Year

First Year Double

First Year

First Year Double

Room Price: $10,274.00

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Upper Division, Graduate

Upper Division 4 Bedroom Apartment

Upper Division, Graduate

Upper Division 4 Bedroom Apartment

Room Price: $13,685.00

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Upper Division, Graduate

Upper Division 8 Bedroom Apartment

Upper Division, Graduate

Upper Division 8 Bedroom Apartment

Room Price: $13,685.00

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Upper Division, Graduate

Upper Division End Cap Unit

Upper Division, Graduate

Upper Division End Cap Unit

Room Price: $13,548.00

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