Within 6 months of graduating, 82% of the bachelor’s degree Class of 2015 were employed or in grad school
The National Association of Colleges and Employers released its annual report diving into the outcomes of college students six months post-graduation. Bachelor’s degree recipients The bachelor’s degree Class of 2015 had a positive year in terms of outcomes as compared to last year’s class. The percent employed improved, a greater percentage continued their education, and starting salaries increased.… Continue Reading Within 6 months of graduating, 82% of the bachelor’s degree Class of 2015 were employed or in grad school
New report is the latest in recent attention on accrediting bodies
The U.S. Department of Education has released newly-compiled data dashboards on the performance of accrediting agencies, using measures such as graduation and student loan repayment rates at colleges the agencies oversee. The role of accrediting bodies in higher education has received renewed attention in recent years as tuition rates have increased, the proliferation of for-private providers… Continue Reading New report is the latest in recent attention on accrediting bodies
National survey finds 80% of college seniors feel prepared for the workforce
Last week, McGraw-Hill released its third-annual Workforce Readiness Survey, which includes responses from 1,360 current college students across the country (from freshmen to graduate students). These students were asked for their opinion on how they perceive college has prepared them for their future career. Career preparedness 80% of college seniors felt either somewhat or very prepared for a professional career.… Continue Reading National survey finds 80% of college seniors feel prepared for the workforce
USHE institutions host STEM summer camps for kids to encourage exploration, creativity
Utah’s public colleges and universities are busy this summer engaging K-12 students with exciting, hands-on, high-tech STEM summer camps. The summer camps encourage students to have fun with science, technology, engineering and math, and build their confidence and ability in these key areas. Girls-only STEM summer camps Many colleges and universities are hosting girls-only STEM camps,… Continue Reading USHE institutions host STEM summer camps for kids to encourage exploration, creativity
USHE encourages kids to dream big at local festival
On June 11, the Utah System of Higher Education (USHE) participated in the KSL Read Today Summer Book Festival, which partnered with the Salt Lake City Police Department at the Five-O-Fest. The local festival for youth and their families was held on the plaza of the Public Safety building in downtown Salt Lake City with… Continue Reading USHE encourages kids to dream big at local festival
Myth vs. Reality: How do college graduates fare in the workforce?
Recent headlines reported that for the first time in 130 years, more 18 to 34-year-olds live with parents than with partners. Some have attributed this trend to the lack of job prospects for college graduates, that the value of a college degree is diminishing, or that student debt is a drag on homeownership. Understandably, 18… Continue Reading Myth vs. Reality: How do college graduates fare in the workforce?
2015 StepUP READY grantees report on project outcomes
Last Friday, the first cohort of the StepUP READY grantees convened at the USHE offices to share their grant project accomplishments after the first year of implementation. The primary focus of the StepUP READY Grant is to increase the number of Utah students who graduate college-ready and enroll in a post-secondary institution. Each grant project includes a partnership… Continue Reading 2015 StepUP READY grantees report on project outcomes
Concurrent enrollment not only saves students tuition, but improves college performance
Concurrent enrollment provides an opportunity for Utah high school juniors and seniors to earn college credit at a USHE institution while still in high school. Originated in 1985 in Utah by what is now Utah Valley University, the concurrent enrollment program was formally established by the Utah State Legislature in 1988. Concurrent enrollment is a valuable… Continue Reading Concurrent enrollment not only saves students tuition, but improves college performance
10 takeaways from the NCES report: The Condition of Education 2016
The National Center for Education Statistics recently published its annual report, The Condition of Education 2016, which showcases national trends in education. Below are 10 higher education highlights from the report: 1. Employment outcomes vary by ethnicity/sex. 86% of all young adults ages 25-34 with a bachelor’s or higher degree were employed in 2014, yet employment outcomes differ by… Continue Reading 10 takeaways from the NCES report: The Condition of Education 2016
Board of Regents revises Performance Funding metrics
At the May 20 meeting, the Board of Regents adopted revised metrics to the performance, or outcomes-based, funding model, adopted in July 2015 as part of the legislature’s instruction via SB 232 passed in the 2015 Legislative Session. SB 232 requires the Board of Regents to maintain performance metrics in five specific areas: Degrees and certificates… Continue Reading Board of Regents revises Performance Funding metrics