A Faster, More Efficient Path
Starting in Spring 2026, ALL of Ensign College's bachelor's degrees are available in a three-year format. This means you can get the same fully-accredited, skills-based education in less time and at a lower cost.
- Save a year of tuition costs
- Get into your career faster
- Start earning sooner
Think of it as a fast track to building your career and your life.
A Redesigned Bachelor's Degree
These programs are not accelerated or compressed, where students take the same number of courses in a shorter time. Instead, each program has been intentionally and carefully redesigned to require fewer credits while still delivering the most essential outcomes and skills graduates need to find a good job.
A regular bachelor’s degree takes 120 credits. That includes general education classes, courses in your major, and electives. With a 3-year degree, you’ll still complete your general education and major courses, but the electives are optional, not required. That means you get the same skills, knowledge, and career preparation, just without the extra time and cost.
Ensign is the first and only college in the nation to offer all bachelor's degrees in this format. The following degrees and areas of study are available:
| Bachelor's Degree | Areas of Study |
| Business Management | Accounting Business Management Finance Human Resource Management Marketing |
| Communication | Communication Digital Marketing |
| Information Technology | Cybersecurity Software Engineering Systems Administration |
Frequently Asked Questions
Why should I choose a 3-year bachelor's degree?
The purpose of this option is to save you time and money and get you into the workforce quickly. If you aren't sure, talk to your advisor about your goals.
Will graduate schools accept 3-year bachelor's degrees?
Yes. This is the same BAS degree as the traditional program, just finished faster. It meets the bachelor’s degree requirement for most graduate schools. Every graduate program is a little different, so if you plan to go on, check with the school you’re applying to about their specific requirements.
Do employers see the 3-year bachelor's degree as equally valid?
Yes. Employers see this as a regular bachelor’s degree. It’s the same accredited BAS degree from Ensign College, nothing less. The only difference is that you finished in less time.
Will 4-year bachelor's degrees still be available?
Yes. All bachelor's degrees will have 3-year and 4-year options.
Can international students do 3-year bachelor’s degrees?
Not yet. At this point, the 3-year option on our Salt Lake City campus is only available to domestic students.
Reach Out to Us!
Fill out the form to learn more about how Ensign College's flexible, career-focused programs can help you reach your career goals.
You can also reach our Admissions Office directly at (801) 524-8145 or admissions@ensign.edu .
