In the world that we live in today, education is no longer a luxury but a necessity. Completing a certificate or a degree at one of Utah’s colleges or universities will help ensure a productive and fulfilling future. Workers with a bachelor’s degree earned an average of $56,788 in 2006; those with a high school diploma earned $31,071.
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USHE Transfer Credit Information
A Transfer Credit Evaluation shows students how course credits earned at one college should transfer to other institutions. The nature of the transfer credit is more important than whether the class transfers. Click USHE Transfer Credit Information for links to campus transfer credit...
Frank Chong Named Deputy Assistant Secretary for Community Colleges
This week, Dr. Frank Chong began serving as Deputy Assistant Secretary for Community Colleges at the United States Department of Education. This office is housed within the Office of Vocational and Adult Education. Dr. Chong had served as president of Laney College in Oakland, California since July, 2006. Dr. Chong...
UtahFutures.org
Utah’s comprehensive education-to-workforce resource to access information on schools, scholarships, occupations, and prep materials for the SAT, ACT, and AP tests.
Facts about The American Graduation Initiative
In an increasingly competitive world economy, Americas economic strength depends upon the education and skills of its workers.
Happy Holidays and Warm Wishes!
From the Academic Affairs Staff at the Utah System of Higher Education: Liz Hitch, Teddi Safman, Blair Carruth, Gary Wixom, Cyd Grua, and Tamara Raty.
Regents Approve Changes to Excess Credit Policy
At its meeting in November, the Utah State Board of Regents approved a change to its tuition policy with the intent of increasing the number of students who complete their...
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Utah Schools Use Technology to Exhance Education
SALT LAKE CITY (Deseret News, August 11, 2012) — Students at Utah's colleges and universities will find more educational options than ever when they return this fall as schools increase the number...
David L. Buhler Named as Commissioner of Higher Education
(Salt Lake City) By unanimous vote, and with the approval of Governor Gary Herbert, the State Board of Regents selected David L. Buhler as Utah’s eighth Commissioner...
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SLCC Ranked 3rd in the Nation for Associate’s Degrees
SALT LAKE CITY (Deseret News) — Community College Week has named Salt Lake Community College as the third most prolific producer of associate degrees in the nation. “Salt Lake Community...
USU-Eastern & Snow College Rated Among the Top Community Colleges in the Nation
NEW YORK (CNNMoney) -- With tuition at four-year colleges skyrocketing, a growing number of high school seniors are looking to community colleges as a low-cost option. But figuring out which community...
Dixie State College Given Regent Approval for New Four-Year Degree in Art
(St. George, UT) - Dixie State College of Utah received Utah State Board of Regents approval to offer a new four-year bachelor’s degree program in art at...
College and Career Readiness Statement
College and Career Readiness Recommendations to High School Students The Utah State Board of Regents and the Utah State Board of Education believe all students should have education and career goals...
Faculty Disciplines Majors’ Meetings – 2011
Introduction: On September 30, 2011, faculty from the Utah System of Higher Education (USHE), Brigham Young University, Westminster College and Western Governor’s University representing 37 academic disciplines, convened...
No Child Left Behind – Request for Proposals
Request for Proposals for Higher Education Projects
The Utah System of Higher Education is now taking proposals for the NCLB Grant. Please see the attached file for further information:...








