Modern STEM facilities in higher education are critical to Utah’s future
Utah’s STEM industries are growing (STEM=Science, Technology, Engineering and Math). According to the Utah Department of Workforce Services, most job growth since the Great Recession occurred in the STEM fields. We know STEM jobs work: • STEM workers earn higher wages than other degree holders. • STEM job growth rapidly outpaces that of other industries. • STEM […]
Where can I find information on job openings, wages and economic outlook in Utah to help me choose a major in college?
College students today are increasingly concerned about their prospects post-graduation. Before they select a major, many would like to know projected job openings and median wages for occupations aligned with their potential field of study, and locations in their state or region with the lowest unemployment. But where do these students find this information? While there are many national reports discussing this […]
USHE institutions provide economic analysis of proposed federal lands transfer
The State of Utah’s Public Lands Policy Coordinating Office (PLPCO) released a report this week, An Analysis of a Transfer of Federal Lands to the State of Utah. Legislation passed during the 2014 Legislative Session required a report which analyzed the projected economic impact to the state that could result from the possible transfer of […]
Education First and Prosperity 2020 introduce 5-year plan
EducationFirst and Prosperity 2020 launched a five-year plan for education in Utah on October 28, 2014. AXL – short for Academic Excellence – showcased a couple dozen speakers covering a variety of key education issues like literacy, advising, technology, and college preparation. The event was the launching point for the five-year education plan, which aims […]
Do popular college majors and workforce needs align in Utah?
The Utah System of Higher Education (USHE) awards more than 30,000 degrees and certificates every year. Approximately 75-80% of all degrees and certificates awarded annually in Utah are from a USHE institution. What are the most popular majors? How well do they align to job demand in the state? The Department of Workforce Services provides […]
Area of study of Utah college grads vs. industry where employed
Did you know many college graduates enter a different industry than their major? It’s not always a linear relationship between degree and workplace; in fact, the reality of employment post-graduation is much more dynamic than that. After all, a college degree provides graduates with much more than just skills in their particular field: It also […]
USHE and the Utah Data Alliance
The Utah Data Alliance (UDA) is a partnership seeking to increase the use and efficiency of data across multiple levels of education. The Utah System of Higher Education (USHE) is one of six partners working to make education data more accessible and usable through sound and secure practices. The other five partners are: The Department […]
Nearly $1M in UCAP funds awarded to USHE institutions
USHE institutions were awarded a combined $992,500 from the Department of Workforce Services (DWS) to support new Utah Cluster Acceleration Partnership (UCAP) projects during the 2014-2015 fiscal year. This funding allows USHE institutions to develop and enhance programs that lead to job creation and talent development in high-demand industries within the regions they serve. Here […]
Utah wage information by field of study
Increased degree attainment consistently translates to increased annual wages, personal growth and economic development. This interactive infographic illustrates the relationship between degree attainment (e.g. associate, bachelor’s) and annual median wages by field of study.
