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How to Get a Teacher License in Utah

Teacher license requirements in Utah — experience, exams, fees, reciprocity, and salary data from State Dept of Education / Board of Teaching.

Experience

— months

Exam Fee

$130

Passing Score

70%

Avg Salary

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Requirements

Teacher — Teach academic and social skills to students in K-12 public and private schools.

Minimum Age	18 years old
Education	Bachelor's degree + state-approved teacher preparation program + student teaching
Experience Details	Bachelor's degree + state-approved teacher preparation program + student teaching

Exam Name	Utah Praxis or state-specific content and pedagogy exams
Passing Score	70%
Code Edition	Praxis or state-specific content and pedagogy exams
Application Fee	$130

Practice with real exam-style questions based on the Praxis or state-specific content and pedagogy exams.

Accumulate required experience

Complete — months of supervised work experience.

Apply for the exam

Submit your application and $130 fee through the state portal.

Pass the exam

questions, 70% to pass.

Receive your license

After passing, your license will be issued. Renew every 2 years.

Teachers in Utah earn less than the national average. Data from BLS OEWS May 2024.

25th Percentile

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Median
$64,405

75th Percentile

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Data last verified April 2026. Requirements may change — always verify with the State Dept of Education / Board of Teaching.