Ensign College
About Ensign College
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Ensign College in Salt Lake City is owned by the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and has taught business and technical skills since 1886. A third of its students transfer on to a four-year college, most of them to Brigham Young University.
Founded
1886
Location
Salt Lake City, Utah
Students
7,568
Institution
Community College
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
Open
Admits all qualified applicants
Graduation Rate
43.3%
Below national average
Tuition
$4,004
Per year
Avg Net Price
$10,824
After financial aid
SAT Average
Not required
No test scores requested
Median Earnings
$50,630
10 years after enrollment
Admissions
How competitive is getting in?
Selectivity
Open Admission
Every applicant who meets the basic requirements is admitted, so there is no acceptance rate
How to Apply
Test Policy
No test needed
Application Fee
$35
Early
N/A
Deadline
Rolling
Academics
How strong is the academic experience?
Student Success
Below Average
43.3% complete their degree within three years
Retention
54.4%
Transfer Out
33.9%
Teaching Quality
20:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
8.7%
$/Student
$2.2K
Class Size
Large
The 43.3% graduation rate is below the national average of 44%. It's worth looking into what support systems the school offers to help you finish your degree.
Tuition & Costs
What will you actually pay?
Tuition & Fees
$4,004
Annual Tuition
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
No on-campus housing
Books & Supplies
$278
Total Cost of Attendance
$14,145
After Financial Aid
$10,824
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$10,436
Receive Grants
8.2%
Take Loans
1.9%
Tuition is $4,004/yr, and after aid the average student pays about $10,824.
Financial Aid
Who gets aid and what happens after
Financial aid comes in two forms: grants and scholarships (free money you don't repay) and loans (borrowed money you pay back after graduating). Here's how students at Ensign College fund their education.
While in School
8.2%
Get Grants
Free money
1.9%
Take Loans
Must repay
$27,046
Median Family Income
After Graduation
N/A
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
N/A
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
Student Body
Diversity, gender, and enrollment
From gender balance and racial diversity to age and background, here's a look at who attends Ensign College.
Gender
52.1%
Female
48%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
7,568
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
N/A
Graduates
29.6%
First-Gen
24 yrs
Avg Age
64.3%
Age 25+
The campus has a balanced gender split (52% women, 48% men). 29.6% are first-generation college students, so there's a strong community of students who understand that experience. 11.3% international students bring global perspectives to campus life.
Campus Life
What it's like to be a student here
Campus Setting
City: Midsize
Campus Quick Facts
7,568
Students
community
Institution
Medium
Campus Size
N/A
Classification
What This College Offers
Semester calendar
Study Abroad
No
AP Credit
Yes
Teacher Cert
No
ROTC
Yes
Evening College
Yes
Online Programs
Yes
Job Placement
Yes
Career Counseling
Yes
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of Ensign Collegeearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$50,630
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
—
229 grads
Design and Applied Arts
—
31 grads
Entrepreneurial and Small Business Operations
—
8 grads
Computer/Information Technology Administration and Management
—
5 grads
Legal Support Services
—
4 grads
Marketing
—
4 grads
Graduates earn about $43K six years out, growing to $51K by year ten. Above average, though your choice of major will be the biggest factor.
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Data sourced from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard Some figures may reflect prior academic years. Our editorial team reviews and updates college profiles to ensure accuracy. If you notice outdated information, please let us know.