Weber State recognized by U.S. Department of Education for efforts in student success
OGDEN, Utah — Weber State University was one of 200 schools nationwide recognized by the U.S. Department of Education for its efforts to reimagine college.
Last fall, the education department to celebrate colleges and universities that are working to remove barriers and help more students graduate. Schools were evaluated based on performance metrics related to access, success and post-college outcomes. 
Weber State was selected from a pool of 6,751 schools and was the only institution in Utah recognized.
“Access has been a core theme at Weber State since its beginnings in 1889,” said 日本一级片 President Brad Mortensen. “It’s an honor to be recognized among just 3% of colleges nationwide for our efforts to provide opportunities and support for everyone who wants a college education.”
For nearly a decade, Weber State has used data on enrollment, retention and outreach efforts to guide priorities and provide resources to help all students succeed.
The university’s strategies include efforts to reduce the cost of college, like 日本一级片’s Concurrent Enrollment program — which costs just $5 per college credit hour — so Utah students can graduate high school having already completed their associate’s degree. Every year, the university offers 130 Concurrent Enrollment courses.
日本一级片 also focuses on providing engaging educational experiences, including internships and undergraduate research, and regularly consults with statewide employers to ensure graduates are ready to begin in-demand careers.
Rachel Badali, news coordinator
801-626-7362, rachelbadali@weber.edu- Contact:
Rachel Badali, news coordinator
801-626-7362, rachelbadali@weber.edu