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Your chances of getting into Brigham Young University Provo

Admission Rate & Difficulty

Percent Admitted 

66.7%
Admission Difficulty for Brigham Young University Provo
Measure Difficulty
Admission Standards Very High 
Applicant Competition Low 

Acceptance Rate

The acceptance rate at BYU is 66.7%.  Its admission rate is the 2nd lowest in Utah.

Admission Selectivity

How hard is it to get into BYU and can you get accepted?

BYU is a moderately competitive school to get into. You have a strong chance of acceptance if you meet the criteria. Last year, 7,040 out of the 10,559 who applied were admitted.

Brigham Young University Provo typically accepts and attracts "A-" average high school students with an average GPA around 3.89. Of those applicants who were admitted, 79% elected to enroll. This indicates that the school is the top choice for most students who apply.

Can you get into BYU?

67% are accepted, can you get in? Use the admission calculator to see if you have the grades and test scores needed to get in. See your admission chances based on your extracurriculars, intended major, background, and more.

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Admission Requirements in Brief

To have the best chance of getting into to Brigham Young University Provo you should:

  • Have a high school GPA of 3.89 or better
  • Earn A- grades in high school
  • Score 1370 on the SAT
  • Score 29 on the ACT

BYU GPA

GPA Requirements & Average GPA

Avg. High School GPA 

3.89

Typical High School Grades 

A-

What GPA do you need to get into Brigham Young University Provo?

GPA Requirements

The GPA requirements for getting into BYU are to have around a 3.89 high school GPA. You are required to have exceptionally good grades and you should be graduating near the top of your class.

If your high school GPA meets these requirements, there is a good chance you will be accepted as BYU accepts 67% of students who apply.

Average GPA

The average unweighted GPA at BYU is 3.89 on the 4.0 scale. 29% of students who get in have perfect 4.0 GPA's in high school. To achieve the average GPA for admission, you need to earn A- letter grades and regularly score around 90-92 percent on tests and assignments in high school.  The school ranks #1 in Utah for highest average GPA.

Importance of GPA

Since BYU is a test optional college, extra focus will be placed on your GPA when the school considers your application. As a result, it is very important that you meet the GPA requirements.

See additional colleges accepting applicants in the 3.9 GPA range.

Competitiveness by GPA Ranges

The table below outlines the number of admitted freshmen by GPA range as well as how competitive your GPA will be as compared with other applicants.

High School GPA's for admitted Brigham Young University Provo students
High School GPA Freshmen Within Range Competitiveness 
4.0 28.73% Good
3.75 to 3.99 58.31% Avg -
3.50 to 3.74 10.11% Reach
3.25 to 3.49 2.14% Reach
3.00 to 3.24 0.58% Reach
2.50 to 2.99 0.13% Low
2.00 to 2.49 0% Low
1.00 to 1.99 0% Low
less than 1.00 0% Low

 What do these chances mean?

GPA Data Source, Peterson's Data 2022

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BYU SAT Scores

Testing Requirements

Submission of SAT or ACT scores is not required for admission to Brigham Young University Provo. If you optionally submit test scores, they will be considered with your application, but they are not mandatory. 13% of students submitted SAT scores and 55% submitted ACT scores for admission for the most recent academic year..

SAT Requirements & Average SAT Score

SAT Range 

1280-1468

Applicants Submitting SAT 

13%
SAT Scores for Brigham Young University Provo
SAT Test 25th Percentile Score
Reading 25th Percentile 640
Math 25th Percentile 640
Composite 25th Percentile 1280
SAT Scores for Brigham Young University Provo
SAT Test 75th Percentile Score
Reading 75th Percentile 728
Math 75th Percentile 740
Composite 75th Percentile 1468
Average SAT Score 1370

SAT Scores you need to get in

What are the SAT requirements for you to be admitted to Brigham Young University Provo?

Average Score & Range

The average SAT score at BYU is 1370 out of 1600 and the range for the middle 50% of accepted students is 1280-1468. Students who get into Brigham Young University Provo score in the top 14 percent of all SAT test takers..  BYU ranks #1 in the state of Utah and #118 in the nation for highest average SAT composite score.

Score for Acceptance

You should target scoring 1370 or above to be most competitive with other applicants. BYU regularly admits students with SAT scores down to 1280 on a 1600 scale. However, three quarter of admitted students score higher. If you score below a 1280, admission should be considered a reach. Some students may be accepted with minimum SAT's as low as 1190, but scores this low are outside the normal range.

Score Submission Requirements

Brigham Young University Provo is a test optional school meaning do not have to submit SAT scores with your application. The position on SAT scores from the college is "not required for admission, but considered if submitted (test optional)".

View other colleges which accept students in the 1370 SAT score range.

Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2022 starting class

Chance of Acceptance by SAT Score

The table below outlines your predicted admission chances based on SAT score alone. If you are an average applicant with a score of 1374, you have around a 67% chance of being admitted. A 1468 places you well ahead of most other applicants and gives you about a 79% chance of getting in.

Brigham Young University Provo admission chances by SAT score
SAT Score (1600 scale) Competitiveness  Admission Chances 
1468 and Above Good >79%
1374 to 1468 Avg + 67%-79%
1280 to 1374 Avg - 52%-67%
1186 to 1280 Reach 36%-52%
Less than 1186 Low <36%
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BYU ACT Scores

ACT Requirements & Average ACT Score

ACT Range 

27-32 

Applicants Submitting ACT 

55%
ACT Scores for Brigham Young University Provo
ACT Test 25th Percentile Score
Reading 25th Percentile 26
Math 25th Percentile 26
Composite 25th Percentile 27
ACT Scores for Brigham Young University Provo
ACT Test 75th Percentile Score
Reading 75th Percentile 34
Math 75th Percentile 31
Composite 75th Percentile 32
Average ACT Score 29

ACT Scores needed to get accepted

What are the ACT requirements for students to get into BYU?

Score Range

The average ACT score for admitted students to BYU is 29, while the middle 50% of students (25th to 75th percentile) score between a 27 and 32.  The school ranks #1 in Utah and #186 in the U.S. for highest average ACT composite score.

Score for Acceptance

For the best chance of admission, you should have an ACT of 29. This will place you in solid competition against other applicants. At a minimum, you should aim for a 27 and score in the score in the top 15 percent nationally. The lowest ACT score likely to be admitted is a 24.

55 percent of applicants submit ACT scores to Brigham Young University Provo.

Score Submission Requirements

You do not have to to submit ACT scores with your application as Brigham Young University Provo is test optional. The policy from the school on ACT scores is "not required for admission, but considered if submitted (test optional)".

Find other colleges with similar ACT score requirements

Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2022 starting class

Chance of Acceptance by ACT Score

Here are your predicted chances of getting into BYU for different ACT score ranges. A typical applicant with a 29 score has around 67% chance of getting in. Your odds increase to about 81% with a 32 ACT score.

Brigham Young University Provo admission chances by ACT score
ACT Score Competitiveness  Admission Chances 
32 and Above Good >81%
29 to 32 Avg + 67%-81%
27 to 29 Avg - 55%-67%
25 to 27 Reach 42%-55%
Less than 25 Low <42%
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Applying

Admission Statistics

Admission and enrollment rates by gender are detailed the the table below.

Brigham Young University Provo admission statistics
Women Men Total
Applied 5,836 4,723 10,559
Accepted 4,282 2,758 7,040
Acceptance Rate 73% 58% 67%
Enrolled 3,335 2,230 5,565
Percent of Admitted Who Enrolled (Admission Yield) 78% 81% 79%
Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2022 starting class

Fall 2024 Application Deadline

Applications Due

Dec 16, 2024

Days left to Apply

23

Applicants have 23 days left until the Fall 2024 term applications are due on Dec 16, 2024.

Application Fee

The cost for prospective students to apply to Brigham Young University Provo is $35.

Application Requirements

What are the requirements for admission to Brigham Young University Provo and what student information is used for admission decisions?

Brigham Young University Provo Application Requirements
Test Scores Not required for admission, but considered if submitted (Test Optional)
High School GPA Required to be considered for admission
High School Class Rank Not considered for admission, even if submitted
Completion of College Preparatory Program Not required for admission, but considered if submitted
Recommendations Required to be considered for admission
Demonstration of Competencies Not considered for admission, even if submitted

Credits Accepted

High School Credits Accepted at Brigham Young University Provo
AP Credit Yes
Dual Credit Yes
Credit for Life Experiences No

Admission Requirements Summary

Because BYU is moderately competitive, you have a strong chance of acceptance with the right GPA and test scores. If you have a 3.89 GPA, you have a very good likelihood of getting in. A 1370 on the SAT and 29 on the ACT will further lock in your application.

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Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=230038 IPEDS survey data for Brigham Young University Provo.

Last updated February 24, 2024