Any applicant that has lived outside the United States may have additional requirements in their BYU application. Find out which of the following may apply to you!
Evaluating International Schoolwork (Non-U.S.-Accredited)
All high school or college work completed outside of the United States at a non-U.S.-accredited school must be professionally evaluated. This includes international schoolwork that is included on a U.S. transcript as transfer work.
TIP: Start early! This process can take several weeks (or even months).
English Proficiency
We want all admitted students to be successful at BYU. A strong command of American-style academic English is key to that success.
You will see an English proficiency section on your application if an exam score is required. Visit our English Proficiency Requirement page to learn more about:
Accepted English proficiency tests
Minimum score requirements
Instructions for submitting scores
Eligibility for English waivers
English learning resources
Frequently Asked Questions
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How do I apply to BYU as an international student?
We use the same application for both domestic and international applicants. You can access the BYU application here. For a more detailed guide on how to complete your application, see here!
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How much will BYU cost?
For tuition rates and to view an estimated cost of attendance, visit our Cost of Attendance page. International students admitted to BYU will need to complete two financial requirements before registering for class. For details, visit our Immigration Information page.
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How can I pay for BYU as an international student?
International applicants are eligible for a variety of BYU scholarships, excluding need-based aid. Scholarship applications must be completed by the deadline, and scholarships are not guaranteed. You can find the scholarship application here.
International BYU students may apply for a variety of student jobs on campus. Jobs are posted weekly at Yjobs.byu.edu.
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Are application deadlines different for international applicants?
No, the deadlines are the same for domestic and international applicants. Be sure to have all the required sections of your application completed (including test scores, evaluations, etc.) by the deadline. Application Deadlines
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How do I get a visa?
All admitted international BYU students will be contacted by BYU’s International Student and Scholar Services office with instructions on how to begin the visa process. For any visa or immigration questions, please contact: iss@byu.edu
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Can I apply to BYU if I already have a bachelor’s degree?
We only consider undergraduate applicants who have not previously earned a bachelor’s degree (in any country). If you have a bachelor’s degree, see what opportunities BYU Graduate Studies has to offer by visiting: gradstudies.byu.edu.