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Basics
- What is a deferment?
- A deferment allows you to skip a semester you were expected to attend BYU-I without losing your admitted status.
- How do I request a deferment?
- When is the deadline to defer a semester?
- How far in advance can a deferment be submitted?
- If the semester is available on the deferment form, the Admissions Office will process the deferment once the ticket is received.
- How long does it take for the deferment request to be processed and how will I be notified?
- You will be notified via e-mail with a deferment decision within 3-5 business days.
- This process takes longer for international students because their request has to be processed by the International Services Synapses program first.
- How many times can a student defer?
- Deferments may be used as needed, there is no current limit.
- When can I begin the deferment process?
- One semester prior to the semester chosen.
- How do I request a Military deferment?
- Can I request more than one deferment?
- Yes, deferments can be requested as needed. Please contact us for help.
Exceptions/Troubleshooting
- Why is my deferment showing for the wrong semester?
- Deferments start on your next on-track semester. You are not required to defer on flex semesters.
- Why was my deferment removed?
- If you had a deferment but you're now enrolled in the BYUI 101 course, please contact us.
- Will my holds prevent me from deferring?
- A continuing student endorsement hold will prevent a deferment
- A past due debt hold might prevent deferring, if so contact us
For exceptions regarding missionaries, second deferment, changes in start date, etc contact us