Brigham Young University at Idaho
School Overview: Acceptance Rate, Tuition, and More
About Brigham Young University at Idaho
School Type: Private
Religious Affiliation: The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints
Status: Non-profit
Military Friendly: No
Accreditation: regional
Brigham Young University at Idaho is a large private university located on a rural campus in Rexburg, Idaho. It has a total undergraduate enrollment of 44,304, and admissions are selective, with an acceptance rate of 97%. The university offers 86 bachelor's degrees, has an average graduation rate of 50%, and a student-faculty ratio of 20:1. Tuition and fees for students are $4,416.
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Admissions Breakdown
Acceptance Rate Insight
97% of students were accepted during the 2021-2022 school year. Sometimes schools with midrange acceptance rates have higher standards of entry but are still accessible to many students who apply.
Retention Rate Insight
67% of full-time students stayed to continue their studies the following academic year. These students started in Fall 2020 and returned in Fall 2021.
Graduation Rate Insight
50% of students graduated out of all full-time, first-time students who began their studies in Fall 2015. Keep in mind many students who enroll are not typically first-time students, as most are adult learners. Therefore, the number of first-time students is traditionally low.
Application Considerations
Test scoresRequired
High school transcriptRecommended
High school rankNot required or recommended
Letter of recommendationRequired
High school GPARequired
Open admissionNo
Completion of college prep programRecommended
Test of English as a foreign language (TOEFL)Required
Transfer Credit Policy
Dual enrollmentYes
Credit for qualified life experience*Implied no
Advance placement (AP) creditsYes
*This can include previous jobs, trainings, licenses/credentials, or seminars. You may need to complete an exam or provide a portfolio to earn credit.
SAT & ACT
ACT 25th-75th Percentile20-26
SAT 25th-75th Percentile990-1200
Learning Environment
Student Body Stats
45k
Students enrolled
78%
Online student enrollment
20:1
Student to faculty ratio
Ways Students Can Learn
Demographics
White
65%
Unknown
5%
Black
4%
Hispanic
8%
Two or more races
12%
Non-U.S. Citizen
3%
Asian
2%
American Indian/Alaska Native
0%
Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander
1%
Socio-economic diversity
22% of students received an income-based Federal Pell Grant intended for low-income students.
Online Programs
Offers Online Programs
Yes
Online Programs
76
Total Online Enrollment
34,717
Student Location Breakout
Bar graph visual depicting student location breakout percentages.78% online, 22% on-campus.
Percent of Programs Online
30% On-campus
70% Online
Types of Online Programs Offered
CertificatesNot offered
Associate96% online
Bachelor's63% online
Graduate CertificateNot offered
Master'sNot offered
DoctorateNot offered
Student Charges
Tuition and Required Fees
| Student Level | In-state | Out-of-state |
|---|---|---|
| Undergraduate | $59,784 | $59,784 |
| Graduate | $54,672 | $54,672 |
Cost of Undergraduate Attendance
Costs based on full-time, first-time degree or certificate-seeking undergraduates for the 2021–2022 academic year.
| Costs to Consider | Price |
|---|---|
| Books and supplies | $1,200 |
| On-campus room and board | $17,758 |
| On-campus other expenses | $2,600 |
| Off-campus (not with family) room and board | Currently unavailable |
| Off-campus (not with family) other expenses | Currently unavailable |
| Off-campus (with family) other expenses | Currently unavailable |
Total Undergraduate Cost
| Total cost by category | In-state | Out-of-state |
|---|---|---|
| On-campus | $81,342 | $81,342 |
| Off-campus without family | $60,984 | $60,984 |
| Off-campus with family | $60,984 | $60,984 |
Financial Breakdown
Students Receiving Aid
Federal Grant Aid
22%
State Grant Aid
5%
Institution Grant Aid
32%
Pell Grant
22%
Average Aid Awarded
Financial Outlook
$14k
Average student debtafter graduation
$36k
Average salary 6 years after starting school
Varsity Athletic Teams
No information available for this school.
Degrees Awarded by Program
Degrees given for the 2021-2022 academic year.
| # | Programs | BA | MA | Doc |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Agricultural/Animal/Plant/Veterinary Science And Related Fields. | |||
| 2 | Agriculture, Agriculture Operations, And Related Sciences. | |||
| 3 | Biological And Biomedical Sciences. | |||
| 4 | Business, Management, Marketing, And Related Support Services. | |||
| 5 | Communication, Journalism, And Related Programs. | |||
| 6 | Computer And Information Sciences And Support Services. | |||
| 7 | Education. | |||
| 8 | Engineering Technologies/Technicians. | |||
| 9 | Engineering. | |||
| 10 | Engineering/Engineering-Related Technologies/Technicians. | |||
| 11 | English Language And Literature/Letters. | |||
| 12 | Family And Consumer Sciences/Human Sciences. | |||
| 13 | Health Professions And Related Clinical Sciences. | |||
| 14 | Health Professions And Related Programs. | |||
| 15 | History | |||
| 16 | History. | |||
| 17 | Liberal Arts And Sciences, General Studies And Humanities. | |||
| 18 | Mathematics And Statistics. | |||
| 19 | Mechanic And Repair Technologies/Technicians. | |||
| 20 | Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies. | |||
| 21 | Natural Resources And Conservation. | |||
| 22 | Parks, Recreation, Leisure, And Fitness Studies. | |||
| 23 | Parks, Recreation, Leisure, Fitness, And Kinesiology. | |||
| 24 | Physical Sciences. | |||
| 25 | Precision Production. | |||
| 26 | Psychology. | |||
| 27 | Public Administration And Social Service Professions. | |||
| 28 | Social Sciences. | |||
| 29 | Visual And Performing Arts. |
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