BYU Admission Guide
“Continue your education, wherever you are, whatever your interest and opportunity may be. Determine how you can best serve your family and society and prepare well.
… Regardless of your personal choice of career, your education is the key.”
President Russell M. Nelson
“Continue your education, wherever you are, whatever your interest and opportunity may be. Determine how you can best serve your family and society and prepare well.
… Regardless of your personal choice of career, your education is the key.”
President Russell M. Nelson
Inspired Learning
In 2016, President Kevin J. Worthen instituted the Inspired Learning Initiative that incorporates deeper and more experiential learning into the BYU experience. He emphasized: “Experience connects theory with application and deepens our understanding of the principles and truths we learn” (Worthen, 2016). This initiative seeks to transform the BYU educational experience by providing students with life-changing learning opportunities beyond the walls of a classroom.
Check out some of the recent inspired research, service, and creations of BYU students.
Inspired Learning
In 2016, President Kevin J. Worthen instituted the Inspired Learning Initiative that incorporates deeper and more experiential learning into the BYU experience. He emphasized: “Experience connects theory with application and deepens our understanding of the principles and truths we learn” (Worthen, 2016). This initiative seeks to transform the BYU educational experience by providing students with life-changing learning opportunities beyond the walls of a classroom.
Check out some of the recent inspired research, service, and creations of BYU students.
Fun
Facts
& Rankings
The...
AIMS
...of a BYU education
AIMS
BYU seeks to develop students of faith, intellect, and character who have the skills and the desire to continue learning and to serve others throughout their lives.
How some of our students are currently living the aims of a BYU education:
Spiritually
Strengthening
Spiritually
Strengthening
Intellectually
Enlarging
Character
Building
Character
Building
Leading to Lifelong
Learning and Service
Leading to Lifelong
Learning and Service
What we l
k for
you !
Admission Review
There is no secret formula for admission to BYU. All applications go through a holistic review, meaning everything in the application is considered. Take the application for admission seriously and tell us about yourself! If there is something specific you would like the committee to know, be sure to tell us in your application. Make sure the work is your own and be thorough. Your application, including your essays, should demonstrate your preparation in the aims of a BYU education.
Strengthening › Intellectually
Enlarging › Character
Building › Lifelong Learning
and Service
{{admissionsReviewText.ss}}
{{admissionsReviewText.ie}}
{{admissionsReviewText.cb}}
{{admissionsReviewText.lls}}
Helpful Links
Aims of a BYU Education:
aims.byu.eduTalks and Speeches Demonstrating the Aims:
About aimsAdmission Statistics:
admissionstats.byu.eduAP/IB Credit:
apib.byu.eduDue Dates & Deadlines
All deadlines are 11:59 PM (Mountain Time). Although our offices will close at 6:00 PM, the application will still be available online through 11:59 PM (Mountain Time).
Application deadlines are final. In order to submit your application, we must receive ALL application materials—including those submitted by others on your behalf. Any application not submitted by the deadline will not be considered.
BYU does not admit applicants who will be younger than 17 years of age by the first day of class of their first enrollment because of the intellectual, social, and emotional maturity required of university students.
Freshman Application Deadlines
Spring {{freshmanSpringData.startYear}}
Application Available
{{freshmanSpringData.applicationAvailable}}
Priority Deadline*
{{freshmanSpringData.priorityDeadline}}
Deadline
{{freshmanSpringData.deadline}}
Admission & Scholarship Notification
{{freshmanSpringData.admissionAndScholarshipNotification}}
Summer {{freshmanSummerData.startYear}}
Application Available
{{freshmanSummerData.applicationAvailable}}
Priority Deadline*
{{freshmanSummerData.priorityDeadline}}
Deadline
{{freshmanSummerData.deadline}}
Admission & Scholarship Notification
{{freshmanSummerData.admissionAndScholarshipNotification}}
Fall {{freshmanFallData.startYear}}
Application Available
{{freshmanFallData.applicationAvailable}}
Priority Deadline*
{{freshmanFallData.priorityDeadline}}
Deadline
{{freshmanFallData.deadline}}
Admission & Scholarship Notification
{{freshmanFallData.admissionAndScholarshipNotification}}
Winter {{freshmanWinterData.startYear}}
Application Available
{{freshmanWinterData.applicationAvailable}}
Deadline
{{freshmanWinterData.deadline}}
Admission & Scholarship Notification
{{freshmanWinterData.admissionAndScholarshipNotification}}
*Applicants who submit the application by the priority deadline will receive extra consideration in the admission process.
Transfer Application Deadlines
Spring {{transferSpringData.startYear}}
Application Available
{{transferSpringData.applicationAvailable}}
Deadline
{{transferSpringData.deadline}}
Decision Notification
{{transferSpringData.decisionNotification}}
Summer {{transferSummerData.startYear}}
Application Available
{{transferSummerData.applicationAvailable}}
Deadline
{{transferSummerData.deadline}}
Decision Notification
{{transferSummerData.decisionNotification}}
Fall {{transferFallData.startYear}}
Application Available
{{transferFallData.applicationAvailable}}
Deadline
{{transferFallData.deadline}}
Decision Notification
{{transferFallData.decisionNotification}}
Winter {{transferWinterData.startYear}}
Application Available
{{transferWinterData.applicationAvailable}}
Deadline
{{transferWinterData.deadline}}
Decision Notification
{{transferWinterData.decisionNotification}}
NOTES:
All deadlines are 11:59 PM (Mountain Time). Although our offices will close at 6:00 PM, the application will still be available online through 11:59 PM (Mountain Time).
BYU does not admit applicants who will be younger than 17 years of age by the first day of class of their first enrollment because of the intellectual, social, and emotional maturity required of university students.
We define “transfer” as an applicant who attended college or university after completion of high school or secondary education. A full account of your academic history will be required, regardless of transferability or desired program of study.
Helpful Links
Application Deadlines
View deadline calendarTest Optional
testoptional.byu.eduAdmission Application
apply.byu.edu
175+
Majors
to help prepare you for your future
*Limited-enrollment programs (meaning you need to apply and be accepted into the major after admission to the university)
This majors list was last updated on August 16, 2022 and was correct at time of publishing.
Major Details
majors.byu.eduGet to know the Majors
majorsnippets.byu.eduPaying for BYU
{{percentFreshmanWithScholarships}}
Cost of Attendance {{attendanceYear}}
| Latter-day Saint Tuition | {{ldsTuition}} |
| Non-Latter-day Saint Tuition | {{nonLdsTuition}} |
| Room & Board | {{roomAndBoard}} |
| Books & Supplies | {{booksAndSupplies}} |
| Personal Expenses | {{personalExpenses}} |
| Transportation | {{transportation}} |
| Loan Fees | {{loanFees}} |
| Latter-day Saint Total | {{ldsTotal}} |
| Non-Latter-day Saint Total | {{nonLdsTotal}} |
*Based on two semesters.
All costs, except for tuition, are estimates.
Scholarships
To be considered for a scholarship, you need to do two things in addition to applying for admission – be sure to follow the links below for more information:
1. Complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA)
Do this even if you think you won’t qualify! A submitted FAFSA is required to be considered for all federal aid and many BYU awards (including the Cougar Pell Promise – see below!)
2. Submit the BYU Scholarship Application
Prospective students must complete a scholarship application by the scholarship application deadline in order to be considered. Don’t miss out on a chance to get help paying for BYU!
More Money!!
NEW! Cougar Pell Promise
Approximately 40% of enrolled new freshmen receive a scholarship. Additionally, BYU will assist in meeting full Latter-day Saint tuition costs for newly admitted freshmen who:
- Apply for admission directly out of high school
- Submit the FAFSA by the appropriate scholarship deadline, and qualify for an initial
Federal Pell Grant - Remain in good academic standing (maintain a cumulative 2.00 BYU GPA)
As such, students who qualify for the Cougar Pell Promise will have their tuition costs met each year. Specific details and requirements may be found at cougarpellpromise.byu.edu.
Work
View the Admission Checklist to help guide you through the process!
Admissions
801-422-4104
ymessage.byu.edu
admissions.byu.edu
Campus Tours
801-422-1280
campustours@byu.edu
tours.byu.edu
Student Employment
801-422-3561
student_hire@byu.edu
studentjobs.byu.edu
International Student & Scholar Services
801-422-2695
intloff@byu.edu
iss.byu.edu
Multicultural Student Services
801-422-3065
byumulticultural@byu.edu
multicultural.byu.edu
Transfer Advisement
801-422-8522
transfer@byu.edu
transfer.byu.edu
Compliance
Brigham Young University (BYU), is affiliated with and supported by The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and is part of the Church Educational System (CES). BYU exists to provide an education in an atmosphere consistent with the ideals and principles of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.
In compliance with applicable state and federal nondiscrimination laws (e.g., Title VI, Title IX, and Section 504), BYU prohibits unlawful discrimination in employment, education, and all university-sponsored programs or activities. This prohibition applies to acts of unlawful discrimination by or against university employees, students, and campus visitors—including applicants for employment or admission—and it includes unlawful discrimination on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnic origin, religion, sex (including pregnancy), age (40 and over), disability, genetic information, or veteran status (Legally Protected Status). Applicants who meet the requirements for admission and agree to abide by the Church Educational System Honor Code are accepted for enrollment based upon their qualifications and available space. To maintain an educational atmosphere consistent with the ideals and principles of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, a lawful admission preference is given to members of the Church in good standing.
Questions or complaints about unlawful discrimination on the basis of sex (including sexual harassment and other forms of sexual misconduct) may be referred to the Title IX coordinator at 1085 WSC, 801-422-8692, or t9coordinator@byu.edu. Questions or complaints about unlawful discrimination on any other basis listed above may be referred to the equal opportunity manager at D-282 ASB, 801-422-5895, eo_manager@byu.edu. Individuals with disabilities may request reasonable accommodations by contacting the University Accessibility Center at 2170 WSC, 801-422-2767, uacfrontdesk@byu.edu.