USU Blanding Sees 1.4% Enrollment Growth for Fall 2025

BLANDING, Utah — As many colleges around the country are seeing declines in enrollment, Utah State University Blanding is celebrating a 1.4% increase in students this fall — an achievement that reflects the university’s commitment to the local community and its student-centered approach.

“This enrollment increase shows how hard our recruiting and admissions teams work to reach prospective students,” said Donna Blake, interim associate vice president for USU Blanding. “They work to create a personal connection with everyone they meet, show them what USU Blanding can offer them and give them guidance on their educational journey.”

USU Blanding has increased staff positions on their recruiting team over the past year, which has allowed for more outreach initiatives and connection with potential students. This growth is a testament that USU Blanding offers quality education as well as an exceptional student experience.

USU Blanding serves the communities of southeastern Utah and the Four Corners region. This residential campus gives students the opportunity to create friendships and receive dynamic education with small class sizes. Students also can participate in research and other hands-on learning opportunities with amazing faculty members who are dedicated to student success.

“USU Blanding is a special campus,” Blake said. “We serve a unique and vibrant community, and our campus is trusted to deliver high impact and quality education that is accessible and close to home. Our students routinely tell us how supported they feel here and how their time at USU Blanding has helped them grow as people and learners. Come take a tour, gets your questions answered and see what USU Blanding can offer you.”

Offering residential campus housing and dining, Utah State University Blanding gives students the personalized attention and small class sizes of a small-town college with the resources of a large university, all while providing award-winning education. With degree options ranging from associate to doctorate degrees, plus technical education offerings in Business, Technical Trades and Health Professions, USU Blanding offers programs that help fuel local economies and empower individuals and their communities. Learn more at blanding.usu.edu.