Basic Admissions FAQ

Basic Admissions FAQ

Contacts

How can I contact the Admissions Office?

• The Admissions Office is in Kimball 120 and is open from 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Monday through Friday (closed for devotional on Tuesdays and forum hour on Thursdays).
• You can contact them by emailing admissions@byui.edu or calling (208) 496-1411.

Applying

What information will I need to apply? 

• See What You Need Before You Begin the Application

How do I apply?

• See the Apply to BYU-Idaho website or view the Applying to BYU-Idaho step-by-step guide.
  • Campus Applicants: Apply to BYU-Idaho
  • Online Applicants:  BYU-Idaho Online Learning.

How do I reopen my application?

• See How to Reopen Application.

How do I apply to BYU-I if I was home-schooled?

• For info on applying as a home-schooled applicant, see Home and Private School Prospective Students
• You can fill out the Home school Transcript form on that site and send it to transcriptsubmit@byui.edu.
• If you still have questions, reach out to the Admissions office at (208) 496-1300

Do BYU-Pathway students need to apply to BYU-I to transfer? 

• If you were previously a PathwayConnect or BYU PathwayOnline student, you will need to re-apply to BYU-Idaho to become a campus student.

If I am a former student but didn't complete my degree, is it possible for me to return to BYU-Idaho?

• Absolutely! You can find more info and apply on the Former College Students at BYU-Idaho website. 

Do I need to apply as a Former Student if I was attending on campus but now want to attend BYUI Online?

• To finish your degree online, you will need to select "Apply to BYU-Pathway" on the Apply to Church Schools website.

Transcripts

How do I submit my transcript to BYU-I?

• Your transcript should be sent directly from the institution you are attending or previously attended. Have the transcript sent to one of the following addresses depending on if you are a new applicant or a current BYU-I student.

  New Applicants

  • Mailing Address: CES Admission Services, B-226 ASB, Provo, Utah 84602
  • Email Address: collegetranscript@byu.edu

Current BYU-I Students

• Mailing Address: BYU-Idaho, 120 Kimball Building, Rexburg, ID 83460-1615
• Email Address: transcriptsubmit@byui.edu

Acceptance

How do I check if I was accepted to BYUI? 

• You can view Checking Your Admissions Status for step-by-step instructions.

How do I accept my offer to BYU-Idaho? 

• Follow the tutorial for: Accepting Your Offer to BYU-Idaho

Tracks

What is the track system and how are tracks assigned?

• See Track Decision Process on the three track system website.

How do I fill out the track questionnaire?

• Follow the tutorial for the Track Questionnaire.

How do I accept my track questionnaire and create my BYUI Account?

• Follow the tutorial for Accepting Your Track Assignment and Creating Your BYU-I Account.

Can I change my assigned track?

• Most students are able to manage their assigned track using various options (i.e. online courses, deferments, overrides, etc.) Please see Year-Round Enrollment Options. If after reviewing these options you still feel like changing your track is needed, please contact the Admissions Office at (208) 496-1300.

How do I take classes in the Summer when it is not my assigned track?

• You will need to contact the Admissions office and ask for permission to take summer courses (this is only an option for domestic students). Contact the Admissions Office at 208-496-1411, chat in on the BYU-Idaho page or email them at admissions@byui.edu. 

Missionaries

What should I do before leaving on a full-time mission?

• If you're planning to serve a mission while attending BYU-Idaho, see Missionary Information for answers to common questions.

Is there a program for Returned Missionaries?

• The Returning Missionary Program is a valuable tool for returning missionaries to continue their academic and spiritual development. These students will prove a great blessing to others on campus through their leadership and examples.

Other

Where can I learn more about campus tours? 

• BYU-Idaho offers different types of tours tailored to different types of audiences. To review more information on the specific types of tours and schedule a tour, please visit Campus Tours.

What does Fast Grad mean?

• The Fast Grad program offers students the opportunity to graduate faster by attending BYU-Idaho year-round. Students who meet the criteria are encouraged to contact the Admissions Office to discuss their eligibility for Fast Grad. For more information, please go to Fast Grad.

What is Concurrent Enrollment?

• Concurrent Enrollment allows someone who is at least 16 years of age to enroll in college-level classes. You can visit the Concurrent Enrollment page to learn more. Additional information can also be found at Concurrent Enrollment on the OneStop.