Contact Information
General Contact
- FAFSA School Code: 003670
- Phone: (435) 753-6780
- School Homepage
Admissions Office
Financial Aid Office
ACCEPTANCE RATE
67.49%FINANCIAL AID RATE
69%STUDENT TEACHER RATIO
:1FINANCIAL AID AWARD AVG.
$6,997Average Grants + Scholarship Aid Awarded to Undergraduate Students
Percent of Full-Time Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid
Percent of Students Paying In-State Tuition vs Out-of-State Tuition
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Brigham Young University
1301 North 600 West, Logan, UT
Brigham Young University (BYU) is an institute of higher learning located in the beautiful mountain region of Provo, Utah. It is dedicated to academic excellence and the teachings of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. The university offers undergraduate and graduate degrees, and is recognized for very strong programs in language, performing arts, sports and international studies.
History
Brigham Young University was established in 1875 as "Brigham Young Academy" in the current city of Provo. The campus was moved in 1891, and the name was changed to Brigham Young University in 1903. The original charge was that all teachings at the university should be rooted in scripture, and the integration of academics and faith in the gospel continues today.
The Church of Jesus Christ Latter-day Saints sponsors BYU, which is part of the Church Educational System.
Academics
Brigham Young University follows a semester calendar with fall and winter semesters, and shorter spring and summer "terms."
Colleges and Schools
The colleges and schools at Brigham Young University include:
- Marriott Business School
- Continuing Education
- McKay School of Education
- Fulton College of Engineering and Technology
- Family, Home and Social Sciences
- Fine Arts and Communications
- Graduate Studies
- Humanities
- Independent Study
- David M. Kennedy Center for International Studies
- Law School
- Life Sciences
- Nursing
- Physical and Mathematical Sciences
- Religious Education
- Undergraduate Education
Student Life
Student Services at BYU include "Student Links," programs and organizations that help students to connect and become involved. These programs include BYUSA (Student Services Association), Campus Life Events, clubs, a graduate study society, international cinema, intramural sports, new student orientation, Outdoors Unlimited, service and learning opportunities, and more.
Other student services include an accessibility center, a book exchange and bookstore, the Center for Conflict Resolution, the Counseling & Career Center, Health Services, Wilkinson Student Center, Women's Services & Resources, and a selection of dining spots, among other amenities.
Brigham Young University offers various living on-campus living options for single and married students. Off-campus housing is also available from landlords who agree to abide by BYU's housing guidelines for students.
Traditions
BYU's mascot is "Cosmo" the Cougar, and one of BYU's two traditional spirit songs is known as "The Cougar Song" or "The Cougar Fight Song." The other traditional spirit song from BYU is the "College Song for Brigham Young University."
There is a giant "Y" that stands on the mountain behind the BYU campus, which is lit for special occasions and events.
Athletics
Brigham Young University has one of the top intercollegiate athletics programs in the country, with many national championships to its credit. The sports facilities at BYU are also top-notch, offering both indoor and outdoor training complexes and stadiums.
Intercollegiate sports at BYU include, but are not limited to:
Men's Sports Teams:
- Football
- Cross Country
- Golf
- Track & Field
- Volleyball
Women's Sports Teams:
- Basketball
- Cross Country
- Golf
- Soccer
- Track & Field
- Volleyball
Satellite Campuses
BYU's main campus is in Provo, Utah, but there are many BYU continuing education and literacy programs, as well as seminaries and religious institutes, around the world.
BYU satellite campuses include:
- Laie, Hawaii
- Resburg, Idaho
- LDS Business College in Salt Lake City, Utah
Community Life
Provo, Utah and Provo Canyon are beautiful regional areas, offering much to see and do. There are many outdoor activities available, as well as musical concerts, films, museums and more.
Admission Requirements & Details
The admission details below may give you an idea of the applicants Brigham Young University accepts. The details may include application requirements and recommendations, as well as any college credits that may be transferred.
College Credits Accepted
- Dual Credits
- AP Course Credits
Student Enrollment
Brigham Young University has a total student population of about 34,000. The enrollment breakdown by academic level is 17% enrolling as graduate students and 91% as undergraduate students.
Estimated Costs & Financial Aid
The items listed below are for informational purposes only and may not represent current tuition, fees, and expenses.
Tuition & Fees Information
- Tuition is estimated to be around $6,400 per year for in-state and nonresident students
- The estimated tuition for part time students is around $300 to $360 per unit
- The estimated cost for on campus dorms & meals is around $9,300
Financial Aid Details
The financial aid table below details the types of financial aid, along with the percent of students receiving aid, and on average the amount of aid per student per year.
Percent of Students | Average Amount | |
---|---|---|
Any Financial Aid | 69% | - |
Receiving Grants & Scholarships | 48% | $5,056 |
Receiving Student Loans | 12% | $5,104 |
Academics & Student Services
Student Services
To support students and graduates, Brigham Young University may offer services to students like:- Online course work available
- Counseling assistance
- Student employment
- Employment search assistance
Specialized Programs & Accreditations
- Art and Design Program
- Teacher Education (Bachelor's) Program
- Clinical Psychology (Ph.D.) Program
- Counseling Psychology (Ph.D.) Program
- Dance Program
- Dietetics Program
- Law Program
- Music Program
- Bachelor's Degree in Nursing (BSN) Program
- Nursing (MSN, DSN) Program
- Graduate Level Public Health (Outside School of Public Health) Program
- Speech-Language Pathology Program
- Theatre Program
Intercollegiate Athletics
Brigham Young University is a Member of National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA), with many of the sports belonging to the NCAA Division I-FBS classification. The most popular sports played are listed below:
- Baseball (West Coast Conference)
- Basketball (West Coast Conference)
- Track and Field (Other)
- Football (Other)
- Golf
- Gymnastics
- Soccer
- Softball
- Swimming and Diving
- Tennis
- Volleyball
Programs Offered
The program list below is organized by areas of study. The programs that have a link will direct you to the program's profile page where you can learn more about education requirements and career pathways.
Get more information about the programs offered by Brigham Young University by clicking the request information to the right.
(C) Certificate or Award | (A) Associate's | (B) Bachelor's | (M) Master's Degree | (D) Doctorate (PhD,...)
Agriculture Operations
- Food Science (B, M)
- Landscaping (B)
Biological and Biomedical Sciences
- Exercise Physiology (B)
- Neuroscience (B, D, M)
- Microbiology (B, D, M)
- Physiology (B, M)
- Biochemistry (B, D, M)
- Biotechnology (B, M)
- Bioinformatics (B)
- Wildlife Biology (B)
- Epidemiology (B)
- Biophysics (B)
- Zoology (B)
- Biology
- Biostatistics
Business and Marketing Studies
Communication Technology
Communications and Journalism
- Public Relations (B)
- Journalism (B)
Computer and Information Sciences
- Computer Science (B, D, M)
- Information Technology (B, M)
- Computer Graphics (B)
Education
Engineering
- Mechanical Engineering (B, D, M)
- Chemical Engineering (B, D, M)
- Electrical Engineering (B, D, M)
- Manufacturing Engineer (B, M)
- Civil Engineering (B, D, M)
English Language and Literature
- English (B, M)
- Creative Writing (M)
Ethnic Cultural and Gender Studies
Family and Consumer Sciences
- Family Studies (B)
Foreign Languages and Literature
Health and Clinical Professions
- Nursing (B)
- Audiology and Speech Pathology (B)
- Athletic Training (B, M)
- Dietetics (B)
- Public Health (B)
- Medical Technology (B)
- Environmental Health (B)
- Family Practice Nurse (M)
- Marriage and Family Therapy (D, M)
History
- History (B)
Interdisciplinary Studies
- Nutrition (B, M)
- Museum Studies (M)
Legal Professions and Studies
- Law (D)
Mathematics and Statistics
- Statistics (B, M)
- Math (B, D, M)
- Computational and Applied Mathematics (B)
Natural Resources and Conservation
Philosophy and Religious Studies
- Philosophy (B)
Physical Sciences
- Physics (B, D, M)
- Chemistry (B, D, M)
- Geology (B, M)
- Astronomy (B)
- Hydrology and Water Resources Science
Psychology
- Psychology (B, D, M)
- School Psychology (M)
- Clinical Psychology (D)
Public Administration and Social Services
Recreation and Fitness Studies
- Sports Medicine (B, D, M)
- Kinesiology And Exercise Science (D, M)
Social Sciences
- Economics (B)
- Political Science (B)
- Sociology (B, M)
- Geography (B)
- International Relations (B)
- Anthropology (B, M)
- Archaeology (B)
- Cartography and GIS (B)
Visual and Performing Arts
Other 4-Year Private Colleges
The list of schools below have been selected by researching which schools offer similar programs to Brigham Young University.
- Westminster College - Salt Lake City in Ogden, UT (35 miles away)
- Western Governors University in Charlotte, NC (37 miles away)
- Brigham Young University - Idaho in Chubbuck, ID (247 miles away)
See a list of all the colleges and universities by clicking on one of the links below:
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- Get a list of all private colleges in Utah
Contact Information
General Contact
- FAFSA School Code: 003670
- Phone: (435) 753-6780
- School Homepage