Strategic

Enrollment Management

 

Strategic Enrollment Management (SEM) opens doors to the Aggie Experience! We are here for the learner, because of the learner, and we advocate for the learner. We are engaged in their success, empowered to drive growth and opportunity, and energized by challenges as we innovate to shape the future.

Recent Stories

Fall 2026 Headcount Enrollments

Total Enrollments

32,831

Undergraduate

29,064

Graduate

3,240

Majority Campus

Enrollemt stats by campus.

Entry Action

Enrollment stats according to student type.

College

Enrollment stats by college.

Residency

Enrollment stats by residency.

73.4%

of enrolled students receiving aid and financial assistance

25.6%

of students receive institutional aid

22.4%

of students receive federal student aid

25.4%

of students receive institutional and federal student aid

Fall 2026 Incoming Undergraduate Enrollments

3-Year Enrollment Trends

Three year enrollment trends.

First-Year Funnel Breakdown

Funnel chart of the first-year enrollment process. The chart visually represents the narrowing pipeline from application to enrollment at Utah State University.

Transfer Funnel Breakdown

Funnel chart of the transfer student enrollment. The chart visually represents the narrowing pipeline from application to enrollment for transfer students at Utah State University.

1,302

(22%) First Generation Students

Top 10 Undergraduate Degrees

Executive Leadership

Katie North

Katie North
Associate Vice President
Strategic Enrollment Management

435-797-0256
katie.north@usu.edu

Corey Mikkelsen

Corey Mikkelsen
Executive Director
Undergraduate Recruitment

435-797-2835
corey.mikkelsen@usu.edu

Craig Whyte

Craig Whyte
Executive Director
Student Financial Support

435-797-8264
craig.whyte@usu.edu

Ian Anderson

Ian Anderson
Executive Director
Enrollment Strategy & Innovation

435-797-7351
ianander@usu.edu

Shelby Frauen-Riddle

Shelby Frauen-Riddle
Executive Director
Admissions Pathways & Engagement

435-797-7350
shelby.frauen@usu.edu

Our Departments

Admissions Pathways & Engagement

The Admissions office is responsible for guiding prospective students through the application process, and providing information about academic programs, campus life and admissions requirements through campus visits and outreach. They offer various pathways to admission and unforgettable events to allow students to decide to make USU their home.

Undergraduate
Recruitment

Undergraduate Recruitment focuses on attracting and engaging prospective students by providing information about academic programs, campus life, and financial aid. The team works to connect with future Aggies and help them navigate the admissions process to make informed decisions about joining the USU community.

Student Financial
Support

Student Financial Support offers services to help students pay for school. Our main goal is to help students understand costs and make college affordable. We explain federal, state, and school financial aid programs and provide one-on-one financial coaching to guide students through the process.

Enrollment Strategy & Innovation

Enrollment Strategy & Innovation uses data, technology, and innovative strategies to enhance the enrollment experience. We streamline processes, align marketing and systems, and use analytics to create a seamless journey from inquiry to enrollment, supporting access, excellence, and student success.