BYU-Idaho's Guide for Prospective Students by BYU-Idaho

A Guide for Prospective Students

STUDENT-FOCUSED BY DESIGN

Gather with those who share your values

Applying to BYU-Idaho

High-quality education at a low cost

Paying for school

Committed to helping you realize your potential

Campus facts

Teachers who help you succeed

Academic programs

Skills and confidence for the real world

Student support resources

LE TT E R F R O M T H E PRESI D ENT Brigham Young University-Idaho is a remarkable institution that has been dear to my heart since childhood. My father was asked to serve as this schoolâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s president when I was seven. Known then as Ricks College, BYU-Idaho profoundly shaped my life. It continues to do so today. In fact, three of my children have since attended school here and received great preparation for their lives as leaders in their homes, in their communities, and in the Church. As you consider where to pursue your higher education, I invite you to learn all you can about BYU-Idaho and then prayerfully decide if it is the right place for you. Sister Eyring and I love BYU-Idaho, and we love students like you even more. We rejoice in your goodness. We would be honored to welcome you to campus. Best wishes,

Henry J. Eyring President

GATHER WITH THOSE WHO SHARE

YOUR VALUES “Gathering is a pervasive theme of the Lord’s Church, especially in these latter days. It is the reason for BYU-Idaho’s existence... We gather together to share and increase our spiritual strength.” –Henry J. Eyring, Current BYU-Idaho President

KENADEE TAYLOR

YEAR IN SCHOOL / MAJOR: Sophomore, Interdisciplinary Studies HOMETOWN: Sioux Falls, South Dakota INTERESTS: Longboarding, baking, dancing, photography, event planning

APPLY TO BYU-IDAHO Apply online at apply.churchofjesuschrist.org. The following credentials must be submitted to be considered for admission For Freshman Applicants: • • • • •

$35 non-refundable application fee Ecclesiastical Endorsement Seminary recommendation Official test score (SAT or ACT) O fficial high school GPA (Homeschool and GED also accepted)

For Transfer Applicants: • $35 non-refundable application fee • Ecclesiastical Endorsement • College/university transcript(s)

Application Dates: * Priority Application Deadlines

Semester

Opens

Fall

September 1

February 1

September 1

Winter

May 1

October 1

December 15

Spring

September 1

February 1

April 1

*After the priority deadline, applicants will be accepted based on availability.

Final Deadline

REQUIREMENTS BYU-Idaho evaluates applicants in three main areas: • Church endorsements • Academic achievements • Seminary BYU-Idaho expects you to: • B e worthy of a full endorsement from your Church leaders • Abide by the Honor Code • Participate in seminary & have a positive seminary recommendation • Meet academic achievement and other university standards

As required by law, BYU-Idaho does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, veteran status, or disability in any of its educational programs or activities. This extends to admission to and employment at BYU-Idaho. Inquiries concerning the application of these provisions or complaints and grievances may be made to the Dean of Students, Kimball 290 (208-496-9200) or to the Human Resources Director, Kimball 226 (208-496-1705).

REXBURG AT A GLANCE Local Stats: Population over 30,000 Rexburg Idaho Temple 4 parks 1 water park Over 50 eateries Shopping Movie theaters

Adventures Nearby: Camping Hiking Water sports Skiing & snowboarding Yellowstone & Grand Teton National Park St. Anthony Sand Dunes

STERLING KREUTZER

YEAR IN SCHOOL / MAJOR: Junior, Construction Management HOMETOWN: Carlsbad, California INTERESTS: Surfing, snowboarding, hiking, building things

A HIGH-QUALITY AFFORDABLE EDUCATION “The people here have treated all they had as the Lord’s and always counted it as enough. And they have used it as if it was the offering of the poorest widow to her Lord and to His kingdom ... Because of that faithful obedience and sacrifice, I certify the Lord has poured out His Spirit here.” –President Henry B. Eyring, BYU-Idaho President 1971–77

PAYING FOR SCHOOL Plan ahead. Paying for an education at BYU-Idaho is possible with a little planning and preparation. Save money prior to coming to college. Create and follow a realistic budget. Apply for Federal Financial Aid. Complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) at fafsa.ed.gov. The priority deadline is March 1. Apply for grants and scholarships. Seek out scholarship opportunities through high school counselors, community or high school clubs, local organizations and businesses, and state or national scholarship programs. Complete the BYU-Idaho Grant Application at www.byui.edu/financial-aid before March 1. Here at BYU-Idaho, we call university scholarships BYU-Idaho Grants. The Thomas E. Ricks Grant is awarded to students based on financial need and academic achievement. Eligible students will be awarded their grant for fall, winter, and spring semesters regardless of track assignment. Talent Grants are also available for music, dance, theatre, art, and journalism. Find a job while on campus. BYU-Idaho has more than 5,250 student jobs that provide valuable professional experience. Employment opportunities can be found on the BYU-Idaho Human Resources online job board.

COSTS The following information is an example of the expenses you may incur for attending one full-time semester. *Costs

Members

Non-Members

Tuition & Fees

$2,150

$4,300

Housing & Food

$2,184

Books & Supplies

$200

Transportation

$630

Personal Expenses

$1,162

SEMESTER TOTAL

$6,326

$8,476

*Estimated and subject to change

TUITION RATE COMPARED TO NEIGHBORING SCHOOLS Average Cost of Attendance* BYU-Idaho

Idaho

Utah

Nationally

Tuition in State

$2,150

$4,041

$3,509

$5,058

Tuition out of State

$2,150

$12,783

$10,986

$11,288

Housing & Food

$2,184

$4,460

$3,653

$6,877

Books

$200

$555

$556

$920

TOTAL IN STATE

$4,488

$9,056

$7,718

$12,855

TOTAL OUT OF STATE

$4,488

$17,798

$15,195

$19,085

*Average Idaho cost is calculated from ISU, BSU, and UofI. Average Utah cost is calculated from UVU, USU, UofU, and SUU. National average from U.S. News.

YOU CAN AFFORD A BYU-IDAHO EDUCATION Meet Hannah* from Utah. Hannah applied the tips on the previous page and figured out how to pay for her education at BYU-Idaho. With some effort, you can do the same.

Action Taken

Received

Applied for Federal Aid

$1,250

Completed the BYU-Idaho Grant Application

$800

Applied for multiple local scholarships in her hometown

$900

Worked a summer job in high school

$2,250

Asked for family contributions

$1,000

Worked 15 hours a week while attending BYU-Idaho

$1,080

HANNAHâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S TOTAL FUNDS FOR A SEMESTER

$7,280

*This is a fictional example to illustrate how you can also prepare to pay for school.

UNDERSTANDING THE THREE TRACK SYSTEM BYU-Idaho operates year-round on a track system that: • Includes three separate fourteen-week semesters: Fall, Winter, & Spring • Allows the university to accommodate 20,000+ students on campus each semester, while serving over 31,800+ students each year • Allows the university to efficiently maximize its resources • Creates opportunities for more students to attend What does this mean for you? • You will be admitted to a track consisting of two semesters, with other enrollment options available for the flex semester • This track will remain with you for the duration of your time at BYU-Idaho • You can enroll in classes on campus or online

Flex Semester

Fall / Winter

Stay busy during your flex semester by: • Taking online courses to save money by graduating faster • Completing an internship • Becoming a year-round student: byui.edu/year-round-student • For more information on the three track system, visit go.byui.edu/about/threetrack

MISSIONARY DEFERMENT If you plan on serving a mission, a mission deferment can hold your place. Before you go, apply at go.byui.edu/about/deferment. When you get back, take advantage of the Returning Missionary Program to return to school the very next semester.

Flex Semester

Winter / Spring

Flex Semester

Spring / Fall

A PLACE COMMITTED TO HELPING YOU

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KATELYNN PALMER

YEAR IN SCHOOL / MAJOR: Senior, Food Science HOMETOWN: Preston, Idaho INTERESTS: Cooking yummy food, traveling, playing

the piano, reading, being with family and friends

CAMPUS FACTS 49% Male 51% Female 122 Campus YSA Wards 10 Campus YSA Stakes 1 Rexburg Idaho Temple 50 states & 107 countries are represented at BYU-Idaho 19,800 returned missionaries 20,000+ students per semester 35,000+ students per year 31 students is BYU-Idaho’s average class size

Come Visit Campus: To schedule a campus tour visit go.byui.edu/about/tours. Tour Hours: Monday – Friday: 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. (Closed Tuesdays 11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. for devotional) Evenings and weekends by appointment

TEACHERS WHO ARE FOCUSED ON HELPING

YOU SUCCEED

“The hallmark of this institution is readily apparent when visitors come to our campus and say, ‘I can’t believe how student-focused the faculty are, the staff are, all of the employees are.’ … Here at BYU-Idaho, the students are and always will be the focus of everything we do.” –Elder David A. Bednar, BYU-Idaho President 1997– 04

CODY WONG

“T he teachers a t BYU-Idaho are just as proactive as you are. When you are willing to put in the time and effort, they will help you or find you the help you need through other sources. T hey care most about your success.”

YEAR IN SCHOOL / MAJOR: Sophomore, Accounting HOMETOWN: Honolulu, Hawaii INTERESTS: Working out at the campus gym, volleyball,

basketball, hiking, ukulele and piano, competitive sports, surfing, body boarding, cookouts, and photography

ARE AS OF S T U DY BY C O L L E GE A N D D EPA RT M EN T The following list includes degrees, minors, and certificates available for study at BYU-Idaho

College of Agriculture & Life Sciences

College of Business & Communication

Department of Animal & Food Science Animal Science Food Science Human Nutrition

Department of Accounting Accounting

Department of Applied Plant Science Agricultural Engineering Technology Agricultural Science & Technology Agronomy, Crop, & Soil Science Floral Design Horticulture Soil Management Department of Biology Applied Lab Science Bioinformatics Biotechnology Environmental Biology Microbiology Neuroscience Zoology Biology Biology Education Biomedical Science Fisheries, Range, & Wildlife Management Department of Health Services Occupational Safety & Health Healthcare Administration Public Health Department of Human Performance & Recreation Exercise Physiology Physical Therapist Assistant Recreation Management Therapeutic Recreation Department of Nursing Nursing

Department of Communication Communication Digital & Social Media Journalism Strategic Organizational Communication Video Production Visual Communication Public Relations Department of Economics Agribusiness Agricultural Economics Economics Financial Economics Department of Finance Business Analytics Business Finance Business Management Operations Department of Management Administrative Assistant Business Management Entrepreneurship Department of Marketing Marketing Social Media Marketing

Department of Psychology Health Psychology Industrial & Organizational Psychology Psychology Department of Sociology & Social Work Social Work Sociology Department of Teacher Education Early Childhood Education Elementary Education Special Education

College of Language & Letters Department of English Creative Writing English English Education Professional Writing & Editing Department of History, Geography, & Political Science Geography History History Education Political Science Pre-Law Public Policy & Administration Social Studies Education American Government Foreign Affairs

College of Education & Human Development

Department of Humanities & Philosophy Humanities Philosophy

Department of Home & Family Apparel Entrepreneurship Child Development Family & Consumer Science Education Marriage & Family Studies Professional Preschool Education

Department of Languages & International Studies Chinese French International Studies Russian

Spanish Spanish Education TESOL

College of Physical Sciences & Engineering Department of Design & Construction Management Architecture Construction Management Construction Technology Virtual Design & Construction Department of Chemistry Biochemistry Chemistry Chemistry Education Department of Computer Information Technology Computer Information Technology Data Analytics Programming Web Design Web Development Department of Computer Science & Electrical Engineering Computer Engineering Computer Science Electrical Engineering Software Engineering Department of Engineering Technology Automotive Technology Advanced Vehicle Systems Engineering Technology Fabrication Manufacturing Engineering Technology Welding Welding Engineering Technology Department of Geology Earth Science Education Environmental Geoscience Geobusiness & Data Analytics

Geology Geospatial Computing Department of Mathematics Biostatistics Mathematical Sciences Data Science Math Education Statistics Department of Mechanical & Civil Engineering Civil Engineering Mechanical Engineering Department of Physics Physics Astronomy Biophysics Geophysics Mathematical Physics Medical Physics Physics Education

College of Performing & Visual Arts Department of Art Art Graphic Design Illustration Painting Photography Art Education Department of Dance & Theatre Dance Choreography & Performance Theatre Performance Theatre Education Theatre Studies Department of Music Music Band Orchestra Choral Organ Performance Piano Performance String Performance Vocal Performance Woodwind, Brass, or Percussion Performance

Music Education Piano Pedagogy

Office of Interdisciplinary Studies Department of Interdisciplinary Studies Family History Research General Studies Professional Studies List of Interdisciplinary Studies Agriculture Technology Animal Science Applied Math Automotive Technology Business Management Catering/Event Planning Child Development Computer Information Technology Computer Science Internet Creative Writing Dance Exercise Science FCS Entrepreneurship Family History Research Health Promotion History Horticulture Humanities International Studies Literary Studies Mathematics Philosophy Photography Professional Writing Psychology Sociology Software Engineering Spanish Statistics Supply Chain & Operations Management Theatre Studies Visual Communication/Business Writing Creatively for Fiction & Film

Don’t see what you’re looking for? Check out the following link for more details: go.byui.edu/about/majors Transfer students: byui.edu/admissions/transfer Online Students: byupathway.lds.org/degrees

CONCURRENT ENROLLMENT Concurrent enrollment allows high school juniors and seniors to get a jump start on their BYU-Idaho classes. You will receive full college credit for the classes you take, and you may be able to receive high school credit as determined by your high school administration. Highlights for BYU-Idaho’s concurrent enrollment program include: • Automatic transfer to meet BYU-Idaho degree requirements • Courses taught on campus and online by BYU-Idaho instructors • Integration of gospel principles in classes • Cost per credit: Online students $30; Campus students $65 For more information, visit www.byui.edu/concurrent-enrollment

KRYSTAL DIAZ

YEAR IN SCHOOL / MAJOR: Junior, Web Design HOMETOWN: Fontana, California INTERESTS: Running, swimming, hiking,

reading, traveling, learning new cultures

PREPARATION THAT BUILDS

SKILLS AND CONFIDENCE

FOR THE REAL WORLD

“[BYU-Idaho graduates] will be natural leaders who know how to teach and how to learn... Those graduates of BYU-Idaho will become — and this is a prophecy that I am prepared to make and make solemnly — those graduates of BYU-Idaho will become legendary for their capacity to build the people around them and to add value wherever they serve.” –President Henry B. Eyring, BYU-Idaho President 1971-77

ACADEMIC ADVISING You will be assigned a faculty mentor and have access to academic advisors who can assist you with questions and academic-related issues such as: • • • • •

Class and graduation planning Course sequencing Workforce preparation Completing internships Choosing and applying to graduate schools

EXPLORING MAJORS/CAREERS Get help choosing a major or career by: • Contacting an advisor for an in-depth test of abilities, skills, and interests • Attending a career fair that happens every semester • Finding an internship at go.byui.edu/about/internships

ACADEMIC SUPPORT/TUTORING The Academic Support Centers are designed to supplement classroom instruction and help you practice, sharpen, and master essential college skills. These services are free and include the following centers: • • • • • • • •

Tutoring Reading Writing Math Presentation Practice Volunteer Connections English Transition Study Skills

www.byui.edu/advising www.byui.edu/academic-support-centers

STUDENT ACTIVITIES Part of your educational experience at BYU-Idaho will be found outside the classroom. In everything you do here, youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll be encouraged to take action. The student-led organizations in Student Activities serve a wide-variety of student interests and provide unique opportunities to lead, learn, and grow. Learn how to get involved at go.byui.edu/about/activities.

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Every Tuesday the campus meets in the 15,000-seat BYU-Idaho Center auditorium for devotional — an uplifting, spiritual gathering.

Admissions (208) 496-1411 go.byui.edu/about/admissions admissions@byui.edu Financial Aid (208) 496-1411 go.byui.edu /about/aid Housing (208) 496-9220 go.byui.edu /about/housing