Overview
Enrollment
Brigham Young University-Idaho, located in Rexburg, Idaho, is a private university affiliated with The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Founded in 1888, the institution offers a distinctive educational experience with a focus on undergraduate studies, providing a variety of associate and bachelor's degree programs. The campus is characterized by a rural setting and a commitment to spiritual values, integrated into the academic and social environment. Academic life at BYU-Idaho is guided by a semester-based system, with popular majors including Business, Education, and the Health Professions. The university maintains a competitive admissions process, reflecting a moderately selective stance. On-campus living is an integral part of the student experience, with a range of housing options available to accommodate the predominantly full-time, residential student body. While BYU-Idaho does not participate in intercollegiate athletics, it offers a robust activities program, including competitive sports for student engagement.
In the most recent statistical year 10,222 prospective students applied, and 9,768 were granted admission. Of those admitted 4,380 enrolled in the school. 16,574 students are enrolled on a full time basis, and 26,449 attend part time. In-state tuition for 2022/2023, excluding room and board, is $4,536 plus fees of $0. BYU-I is ranked 844 nationally in the CollegeSimply.com 2024 U.S. Colleges Ranking.
Ratings
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BYU-I is rated within the lower 37% of four-year colleges nationally and earns a CollegeSimply grade of 4 out of 10. Learn how ratings are calculated
Rankings
Rankings for Brigham Young University Idaho within the 2024 CollegeSimply Best Colleges Lists.
#844 in Best Colleges in the U.S.
#526 in Best Private Colleges in the U.S.
#4 in Best Colleges in Idaho
#3 in Best Private Colleges in Idaho
#10 in Best Value Colleges in Idaho
View the CollegeSimply ranking methodology.
Getting In
Admission Standards
| SAT | 990/1200 |
| ACT | 19/25 |
| Estimated GPA | 3.34 |
Applications Accepted
| Applications Due | Feb 15, 2025 |
| Applicant Competition | Very Low |
| Application Fee | $35 |
Annual Cost to Attend
Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $432 |
| Other Fees | $0 |
| Room and Board | $4,676 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $3,774 |
| Total One Year Cost | $13,418 |
Outcomes
Average Salary After 10 Years
Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
Popular Areas of Study
| Subject | Percent of Class |
|---|---|
| Liberal Arts and Humanities | 28% |
| Business | 13% |
| Education | 11% |
| Health Professions | 11% |
| Communication | 6% |
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Questions and Answers
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Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=142522 IPEDS survey data for Brigham Young University Idaho.
Current students may use the Brigham Young University Idaho GPA calculator to determine their current college GPA.
Last updated February 24, 2024