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GET TO KNOW BYU
Register for Admissions Updates
Register your email with us and we’ll keep you updated on all things BYU Admissions.
Follow Admissions on Social Media
Stay up to date and informed with tips and info throughout the year by following one of our social media channels!
Take a Campus Tour
Come and take a tour of the beautiful campus! Schedule a time below. Virtual tours are also offered.
PREPARE TO APPLY
ACT/SAT
BYU is test optional for most applicants through winter 2027. If you want to submit a test score, we recommend taking the ACT or SAT no later than the spring of your junior year.
Join us In Your Town
Register for Church Educational System and BYU events that are in your town. At our BYU events, we provide tips about applying, share the many perks of attending BYU, and give away lots of swag!
Get Familiar with the Application
The page below breaks down the application by section so you know what to expect and what documents you may need as you fill out your application.
Receive Your Ecclesiastical Endorsement
You must receive an endorsement to be able to apply. When requesting an endorsement, make sure to choose the 'Apply to BYU (including FlexGE, ELC, and Graduate Studies)' option.
APPLICATION TIME
Submit Your Application
We would love to see your application to be admitted to BYU! Be sure to submit your application by the application deadline.
Submit Scholarship Application
We encourage all students to complete the online scholarship application, regardless of their circumstances.
Submit the FAFSA
The FAFSA is used to determine your eligibility for federal aid. Submit the FAFSA to be considered for all federal aid and many BYU awards.
AFTER YOU'RE ACCEPTED
Missionary Service
If you decide to serve a mission, be sure to fill out the Mission Deferment Form when you receive your mission call.
Housing
Finding a place to live near campus is important! For your first two semesters as a BYU student, all single undergraduate students must live (1) in BYU On-Campus Housing, (2) in BYU Off-Campus Contracted Housing, or (3) with qualifying family members. On-campus housing options may require you to have a meal plan.
Picking a Major
Still not sure what you want to study? Scroll through the BYU Majors list which shows the options available to you and will provide a way for you to research the requirements of the majors you find interesting.
OTHER RESOURCES
Student Life
Getting involved on campus is a great way to add to your experiences in college. BYU Campus Life has many events for you throughout each semester.
Fun Facts about BYU
Did you know that BYU offers 195 different majors? Check out the link below for more fun facts about BYU.