Four ways BYU-Pathway is making education accessible everywhere the Church is organized
Its students are often the first in their families to pursue degrees. They balance work and family responsibilities. Some live in areas where universities are exclusive or unaffordable. Others lack internet access, technology, or financial resources.
BYU-Pathway’s unique approach meets students where they are — making higher education accessible for them so they can become capable leaders and empowered disciples of Jesus Christ.
Elder Ronald A. Rasband of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles said, “[BYU-]Pathway is all about access to education. Completing the courses means access to employment, and access to employment means a better life for families and more opportunities to serve the Lord.”Expanding language offerings
Matheus Galvão from São Paulo had discovered BYU-Pathway years earlier but couldn’t enroll without knowing
English. Everything changed when BYU-Pathway began offering courses in
“Having access to quality education in my own language means not only overcoming a barrier but also maximizing my learning,” Matheus said. “It gives me greater confidence to dedicate myself to my studies.”
Creating centers of strength
In high-enrolling areas with limited local resources, BYU-Pathway is sponsoring learning centers that provide technology and reliable internet to support students. These centers also give students the opportunity to build friendships, participate in institute classes, and encourage each other as they learn.
Providing flexibility
BYU-Pathway makes it possible for more people to fit education into their lives through its partnerships with BYU-Idaho and Ensign College, the first accredited institutions in the United States to offer innovative
Opening doors to employment
Jeannot Akondi Njoke from South Africa had a demanding work schedule at a tire shop when he enrolled in BYU-Pathway. Within months of quitting his job to focus on education, BYU-Pathway connected him with a remote job opportunity as a data entry specialist.
“This has given me more peace of mind and has been a huge boost to continuously performing better in my studies, knowing my next job upgrade might be a few skills away,” Jeannot said.
Students have connected with an estimated 15,000
Photography: Darby Simon and Neal John Duero