Brigham Young University-Provo Transfer and Admissions Information

Private

4 year
31.1K

Full + Part time Students
1:21

Faculty to Student Ratio
3%

Transfer Student Ratio
$12.5K

Avg. Financial Aid

The mission of Brigham Young University is to assist individuals in their quest for perfection and eternal life. To this end, 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. These are the common aims of all education at BYU. Consistent with these aims, preparation of the whole person is important when considering students for admission to BYU. Each application is carefully reviewed by members of the admissions committee, who pay special attention to each applicant's spiritual preparation, academic preparation, and character development.

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Overview

Total Faculty	1,226
Full-Time Undergraduate	28,338
Part-Time Undergraduate	2,722
Application Acceptance Rate	55%
Transfer Students	787
Programs	275 Programs
Courses	3,817 Courses
Equivalencies	43,232 outgoing Equivalencies

Financial Information

In-State Tuition	$4,710
Out-of-State Tuition	$4,710
Books and Supplies	$972
Federal Loans: Undergrads receiving aid	20%
Federal Loans: Average amount received	$6,104
Scholarships & Grants: Undergrads receiving aid	70%
Scholarships & Grants: Average amount received	$6,430

Scholarships and Financial Aid:

BYU offers a variety of financial aid options including part-time work, loans, grants and scholarships.

Information for Transfer In Students

Transfer Applications Received:

Fall: 2,028
Transfer Applications Accepted:

Fall: 941
Percentage Accepted:

Fall: 47%
Transfer Applicants Enrolled:

Fall: 741
Technical/Vocation Credit Accepted:

BYU does not accept vocational transfer credit (college courses leading to an applied associate's degree or certification) from any institution.

Application Deadlines for Transfer

Fall	February 1
Winter	October 1
Spring	February 1
Summer	February 1

Transfer Application Requirements

Minimum GPA:

A minimum 3.0 college grade point average is required of transfer applicants.
Official Transcripts:

If you have fewer than 24 semester/36 quarter hours, the submission of official high school transcripts is required. Otherwise, only transcripts from previously attended postsecondary institutions are required.
SAT Scores:

American College Test (ACT) scores or Scholastic Aptitude Test (SAT) scores (not required at LDSBC, except for home schooled applicants).
Letters of Recommendation:

An Ecclesiastical Endorsement is required, as well as a Seminary/Institute Evaluation.
Essay:

The essays are read carefully and are a pertinent part of the application.
Application Fee:

You will be required to pay a $35 non-refundable application fee.
Interview:

An interview is required for transfer admission consideration.
Apply Here:

http://besmart.com/admissions/apply.honorcode.php

Transfer Credit Policy

Minimum Grade:

The lowest grade earned for any course that may be transferred for credit is a C- or higher.
Credits (Min/Max):

The max semester credits accepted from a 2-year is 80, 90 from a 4-year. You must earn 30 semester credits in residence at BYU to receive your bachelor's degree.
Transfer Policy Document:

Brigham Young University Transfer Credit Policy.pdf