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March 31, 2023
Ensign College will hold its 136th Commencement exercises in the historic Salt Lake Tabernacle on Temple Square on Friday, April 7, 2023, at 10 a.m. For more than 13 decades, the College has honored students who seek to enter the workforce with two-year degrees and certificates. In 2020 Ensign College began offering a limited number of Bachelor of Applied Science degrees, providing students with additional options.
November 07, 2022
Going through your list of to-dos as you prepare to start college? One task you’ll want to give some extra lead-time is finding housing near your college of choice. While your housing selection isn’t set in stone forever, moving multiple times during school breaks is not ideal, so try setting your sights on a place you’ll be happy staying long-term. What other things should you consider as you start your hunt? Here are some steps to take before choosing your place.
October 27, 2022
UPDATED October 27, 2022
October 27, 2022
On Friday, October 28 at 11 a.m., Ensign College will host the first annual Analytics Career Day, in the Ensign College Multipurpose Room on the college’s first floor at 95 N 300 W in Salt Lake City. The event is sponsored in partnership with BYU-Idaho and the Research and Business Development Center (RBDC). Over 125 students in data science and business analytics programs at both schools will learn from and mingle with industry professionals during a panel discussion, networking sessions, and lunch.
October 11, 2022
Learning the skills to succeed in a career is only part of why so many young people choose a college education. Indeed, college provides the ideal environment for making lasting connections and breaking out of your comfort zone to try new things. Whether you’re looking for ways to stay active, want to join an academic team, or just need to have some fun after a hard day of classes, we’ve highlighted some resources for getting involved during school.
October 05, 2022
Ensign College is excited to announce its new collaboration with BYU Continuing Education. This exciting opportunity will allow BYU FlexGE students to take classes at both Ensign College and BYU.
September 30, 2022
Going to college and learning how to execute the intricacies of your chosen profession is a fantastic accomplishment, and one you should be proud of. However, having the prowess to program software or launch an SEO campaign (the technical skills of the job) is only half the battle. Today’s employers want workers who can demonstrate their grasp of essential soft skills, as well.
September 26, 2022
As a soon-to-be or already graduated job-seeker, among the things most on your mind is likely how to stand out in a sea of other highly qualified job candidates. You know that skills are paramount, as is steady performance in school and great references. Previous experience in your field—paid or unpaid—is definitely a bonus. But—you may be wondering what else you can do to get noticed in a stack of resumes and line of interviewees.
September 19, 2022
Until recently, a bachelor’s degree, for most college graduates, was the the ticket to a fruitful job search. However, as businesses have embraced evolving technologies at a seemingly breakneck pace, their expectations of job applicants have evolved as well. Researchers, including administrators at Ensign College, have observed this evolution, responding with updated degree offerings designed to meet the demand for capable employees.
September 12, 2022
Ensign College recently identified 313 cybersecurity employment opportunities available along the Wasatch Front, with new positions added every day. Likewise, across the U.S., the demand for cyber- analysts, auditors, engineers and other cybersecurity experts is unparalleled, as every business and entity recognizes the need to protect its assets.
August 07, 2022
College marks a significant era of evolution for high school grads or workers looking to improve their long-term financial situations. What many people don’t tell you is how to maximize this pivot point to achieve more immediate success in the workforce.
July 19, 2022
The time will soon come when you’ll graduate from being a student to a working professional. This is a significant transition, and one you should prepare for with diligence and enthusiasm. If there’s one thing we can’t stress enough for those seeking success—it’s preparation.
July 15, 2022
Are you an incoming freshman, wondering how to prepare for your first semester? Transitioning from high school to college is an exhilarating milestone… with so much to learn! To set yourself up for success, your first order of business should be preparing for new student orientation.
July 07, 2022
Identifying your route to a satisfying career is a lofty concept. College? Vocational school? Starting your own business? (To learn more about your educational options, visit our series here.) You’ll face it as you contemplate your direction after graduating high school, when you select your career or start a family, and possibly down the road if you’re considering a job change. Your direction may change due to life circumstances, and detours are inevitable. However, with the right preparation, tools, and mindset, you can make an informed decision to set you on the right path.
June 21, 2022
College is one of the best investments you can make into your future. That’s a fact most experts can agree on. However, the cost of your college education is an important factor in your decision—and your future financial health. According to Educationdata.org, in 2018, the average student loan balance had reached a record high of $35,359. The difficulties that student debt creates for newly graduated professionals is undeniable.
June 17, 2022
While college students come in all shapes and sizes (and from a myriad of backgrounds) the oft uttered axiom “poor college student” is no myth. Scrimping your pennies to pay your way through school takes sacrifice, gumption, and a fair amount of planning. Though some students may have the luxury of part-time (or even full-time) employment to ease the financial burden, college is expensive!
June 15, 2022
Picking a career path is one of the first steps you’ll take as you prepare for college—and it’s a pivotal one.
May 18, 2022
Graduating high school and stepping into the unknown of college is exhilarating…and can also be a bit nerve-wracking. Especially as recent years have brought online models of education and quickly shifting plans to the forefront.*
May 02, 2022
Since joining DECA in 2014, Ensign College students have progressively topped their 4-year university counterparts, finishing with their best ever results at the 2022 International Career Development Conference (ICDC). Their first year competing in a live national event, fifteen of the 2-year college’s seventeen participating students moved on to the final presentation in the Preliminary DECA Awards.