ACT/SAT FAQ

What are the minimum acceptance requirements for me to be accepted into BYU-Idaho?

• See BYU-I minimum acceptance requirement

Do I have to submit an ACT/SAT score to apply?

• ACT/SAT is not required for admission. Students have the option to opt out of that requirement on the application.  Admissions will evaluate them without it. However, ACT/SAT are used for placement into freshman Math and English; there are, however, other ways to place found on Academic Success and Tutoring. 

Does an ACT/SAT score expire?

• ACT/SAT scores do not expire. Scores are saved on the application and BYU-I student account.  

• If scores were not sent in, you will have to contact the test administrators.  

How do I register for the ACT/SAT?

• Registering information for the ACT can be found at: www.act.org
• Registering information for the SAT can be found at: www.collegeboard.com

How do I have my scores sent to BYU-I?

• On the application for the test, list BYU-I as a recipient of your score. The scores will be automatically sent to BYU-I within 2-3 weeks.
  • Your results should be submitted BEFORE the application deadline.
• You can also send in screenshots of your test scores to transcriptsubmit@byui.edu if it comes from the ACT/SAT in an official PDF. The screen shot will need the score, the date it was taken, and the student's full name. 
• Before being admitted, you can self-report your ACT or SAT test scores on the application. This means that an official test score does not need to be received in order for you to submit your application.
  •  Once you are admitted, you will need to have official test scores sent in for score verification as well as to be able to register for certain classes that require an ACT/SAT score. (ENG101 and MAT108). (Note: Your SAT scores must be sent to BYU Provo while ACT scores can be sent to BYU-I or BYU Provo)
• After being admitted, ACT and SAT can be sent to BYU-I.
  • For SAT test scores, you need the actual PDF with your scores (send to admissions@byui.edu).
  • Official scores sent by ACT or College Board (SAT) are preferred.
  • If you do not choose BYU-I when applying to take the ACT/SAT, then you will have to go back and contact the company that administers ACT or SAT and request that your scores to be sent to BYU-I. Scores should arrive within 2-4 weeks.
  • You may be charged an additional fee if choosing to add BYU-I after taking the ACT/SAT. 

What are the BYU-I school codes for the ACT and SAT?

• ACT: 0926
• SAT: 4657

Is the ACT or the SAT better for my application?

• The ACT and SAT are weighted equally when making admission decisions.

Is the written portion of the SAT/ACT required?

• No, the written portion is not required or reviewed for admission.

How do I check my scores?

• You can contact the test administrators. If you would like a copy you need to contact the institution where you took the test.

  • SAT: Got to www.collegeboard.com

  • ACT: ACT administers the test directly. Contact them or go to their website to find more information.

What if I need to have an ACT/SAT score to register for a class but I have not been able to take the tests?

• Certain classes have an ACT/SAT pre-requisite such as MAT108X, ENG150, etc. See other options to fulfill these pre-requisites on our Academic Placement and Transition site.

• We currently DO NOT accept super scores (for any type of test, including English Proficiency exams).

Would a P-SAT or P-ACT satisfy the ACT/SAT requirement?

• No, we do not accept the P-SAT or P-ACT.

Will ACT/SAT requirements be waived for future semesters?

• Although ACT/SAT scores are not currently required for admission, we encourage students to take the ACT/SAT if possible.
  • We are still using ACT/SAT scores for placement.

How long does it take to process ACT/SAT scores? 

• It typically takes 2-3 weeks to process after the ACT/SAT sends us the scores.