BYUI 101: Your Guide to BYU-Idaho

What is the BYUI 101 Course?

The BYUI 101 course is a blended course designed for first-semester BYU-Idaho students. Created by current students, this course ensures a smooth transition for new students, offering valuable insights and fostering connections with mentors and peers. For more information, see BYUI 101: Experience BYU-Idaho Course

FAQ

• Why was I added to this course?
  • All first-semester campus students (including those with transfer credits) are automatically enrolled in the BYUI 101 online course. This required course will set you up for success while connecting you with other students and great student mentors. 🤗
• Why am I assigned to take this class when I am not a new student?
  • If you are assigned to take this class and it is not your first semester at BYUI, it should be removed from your schedule by the first day of classes (including Fall 2024)
• I am a campus student taking all online classes for my first semester, am I still required to take the course?
  • If you are living in Rexburg for the semester, you will need to take it and can come to campus for the campus portion of the course.
  • If you are NOT living in Rexburg for the semester, please contact BYU-Idaho to have the course removed. (You will still need to take an alternate course in a future semester to meet the requirement to graduate.)
• I am a transfer student and would like to opt out of taking BYUI101. What are the requirements?
  • For requirements and to request an exemption, see the Application for Transfer Student Exemption.
• Is the BYUI 101 course program applicable for FAFSA?
  • This course is program applicable for FAFSA as a General Education requirement. 
• Is there a block option for this class?
  • No, if you are taking a block class as your first on-campus class at BYU-Idaho, you will need to take an alternate course to fulfill the requirement.
• I have a BYUI 101 Drop Prevention hold. What does that mean?
  • This hold only prevents you from dropping the course. It does not prevent you from registering for other classes!
    • If the class has been removed, you will still have the hold. This is not an issue (as it does not prevent anything) and will eventually be taken off later in the semester.
• Can international students take additional online courses alongside the BYUI 101 course, since it is listed as an online class?
  • Yes, international students can take additional online courses alongside BYUI 101.
• Can current Concurrent Enrollment students take BYUI101?
  • No, concurrent enrollment students cannot take BYU101.
    • Exceptions may apply; see below.
• BYUI101 Course Structure and Gathering Times
  • You will attend in-person meetings throughout the semester.
    • These will begin in week 2 of the semester.
  • A variety of time slots (4-5) will be available for you to choose from. Once the course is listed in Canvas, you can sign up for your preferred gathering time.
    • If the available times do not fit your schedule, you can:
      • Work with their peer mentor to find a suitable alternative.
      • Be assigned to another gathering group if necessary.

Exceptions

• I am a transfer student. Do I need to take this course?
  • Transfer students may be eligible for a🖱️Transfer Student Exemption Application. 
    • ⚠️ Ensure you read, understand, and complete all requirements before submitting the application for consideration.
    • Deadline to drop out is the same as all other courses
• I am a campus student taking all online classes for my first semester. Am I still required to take BYUI101?
  • If you are living in Rexburg, you need to take the course and attend the on-campus portion.
    • Weekly gathering sessions are 30-45 minutes.
    • OR weekly Adventure, which can be done remotely.
  • If you are not living in Rexburg, fill out the📜Enrollment Adjustment Form and use the online only option.
    • You will need to take BYUI101 in their first on-campus semester.
• I'm already familiar with the university, do I still have to take BYUI101? 
  • Yes, if it’s your first semester attending on campus, you are required to take BYUI101 as it fulfills a graduation requirement.
  • This also applies to returned missionaries admitted before BYUI101 was created and former or no-show students who have re-applied.
• I want to be in a different section/class, can I change it? 
  • No, the course is designed to build new connections with other BYUI students.
• This isn't my first semester on campus, can I still take this course? 
  • No, the course is designed for first-semester students only.
    • Alternative replacement courses: GE101, 102, 103, GS100 
    • Visit 📃 Scheduling Advising Appointments for further questions.
• I've taken classes on campus before, but not full-time. Do I need to take this class? 
  • No, if it’s not your first semester attending on campus, you can take a replacement course. 
    • Exception: former Concurrent Enrollment students attending their first semester admitted as campus students are required to take BYUI101.
• If you have any other questions, please contact Advising. 
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