BYU-Pathway Worldwide students across the globe are pioneering new educational, spiritual, and professional paths in their families and communities. With BYU-Pathway’s unique approach to higher education, more students than ever before are finding hope and building foundations of faith and opportunity for future generations.
Meet some of the BYU-Pathway students who are leading the way in their homes and communities.
"Education changed my life. It opened doors and opportunities for me and my family. I can be a good example for my daughter — to show her that education is important."
Alina Ambariani, Georgia
"Before I joined BYU-Pathway, I knew Jesus Christ, but I didn't understand Him. I didn't know He could do the things He does for us — that He loves me. My testimony of the Savior has strengthened so much because of BYU-Pathway."
Faith Ssenyonga, Uganda
"BYU-Pathway fed my soul. The spiritual foundation made all the difference. You don’t just leave with a [degree], you leave with purpose."
Malakai Koroilagilagi, Fiji
"A lot of people told me I would never go to college. [BYU-Pathway] gave me the opportunity. It not only equipped me with the knowledge and skills necessary for professional advancement but also fostered a deep connection to my faith."
Ale Angulo, New Jersey, USA
Alina Ambariani never believed she could earn a degree, but finding BYU-Pathway was a turning point.
When Alina's husband unexpectedly passed away, her remote job helped her care for her young daughter, Anamaria, while continuing her bachelor's degree in applied business management.
As a first-generation university student, Alina is setting an example for her daughter and helping others in her community access the blessings and opportunities of higher education.
Faith and Vianney Ssenyonga have four children and two adopted orphans. In her second year of BYU-Pathway, Faith launched her own cake business — more than doubling her income and allowing her to provide for her family.
In addition to her business, Faith and Vianney have received remote jobs through BYU-Pathway. That extra income has made it possible for them to install running water and pay for their children's education.
Malakai Koroilagilagi, a branch president, husband, and father of two, found the spiritual growth he was seeking through BYU-Pathway. In June 2025, Malakai and his family were sealed in the Suva Fiji Temple.
Malakai is also a career coach for youth in Fiji and a part-time service missionary. He takes every opportunity he can to share BYU-Pathway with his congregation and with those he serves.
Ale Angulo, a Costa Rican native who moved to New Jersey, USA, when she was 12, wanted to earn a degree but faced skepticism and discouragement from others about her educational goals.
Being an immigrant and a first-generation college student was challenging, but with support from her parents, Ale completed her bachelor’s degree through BYU-Idaho and hopes to continue her education to become a lawyer.
2025 at a Glance
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Leading Innovation
Three-year degrees
In partnership with BYU-Idaho and Ensign College, BYU-Pathway provides access to time-saving three-year bachelor’s degrees throughout the world. Forbes recognized BYU-Pathway as a pioneer in the “three-year degree revolution,” highlighting efforts to “reimagin[e] more affordable education in a global, digital age.”
Portuguese offerings
In 2025, BYU-Pathway launched a limited release of two bachelor’s degrees in Portuguese: applied business management and software development. This historic multi-language offering is opening doors to a gospel-centered education for many who otherwise wouldn’t have the opportunity.
Employment opportunities
Students have connected with an estimated 15,000 remote jobs. BYU-Pathway continues to partner with employers and implement new resources to help connect talented students with employment opportunities.
Learning centers
In high-enrolling areas with limited local resources, BYU-Pathway is sponsoring learning centers that provide technology, reliable internet, social opportunities, and more.
Strengthening families
With a mission to develop disciples of Jesus Christ who are leaders in their homes, BYU-Pathway is strengthening families as they learn and serve together.Making and keeping covenants
Through faith-based academic courses and religion courses, students are coming closer to Jesus Christ, with 97% reporting an increased testimony of the Savior and many choosing to be baptized or make other sacred covenants.Watch a special musical performance by BYU-Pathway's global student choir singing "Faith in Every Footstep."
Impacting Communities
Hope: The promise of BYU-Pathway
Emmy-winning journalist and author Jane Clayson Johnson gives a powerful inside look at a higher education revolution unfolding across Africa in Pathway to Hope, a BYUtv documentary. Witness the inspiring determination and resilience of BYU-Pathway students and see how you can join this life-changing work!
"These are first-generation college students — Pathway pioneers, breaking the cycle of poverty and changing the course of their lives. Simply put, the promise of [BYU-]Pathway brings hope in a place where it's hard to find."
Jane Clayson Johnson, producer and host of Pathway to Hope
