Aggies Elevated

Empowering young adults with intellectual disabilities to "Climb Higher"

 

Aggies Elevated is an inclusive college program at Utah State University for young adults with intellectual  disabilities. The program’s goal for graduates is competitive integrated employment, full community inclusion, and independent living to their highest ability.

Areas of Development and Skillbuilding

Aggies Elevated Students

Outcomes

As of May 2024, 44 students have graduated from the Aggies Elevated program. While the national employment rate for adults with disabilities is 31.4%, and just 18% for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities, Aggies Elevated participants experience much higher success. Nationally, post-graduation employment rates for similar programs are around 59%. For Aggies Elevated, the rate is an impressive 85% (based on 2021 data). In addition to strong employment outcomes, about one-third of Aggies Elevated students pursue further education, earning additional credentials such as associate’s degrees, bachelor’s degrees, or vocational certificates. As of summer 2024, 16 students have completed or are in the process of earning an additional degree or higher education certificate.