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How to Apply

BYU-Idaho’s mission is to help you become a successful leader in your home, community, and Church. This is best done by following Jesus Christ. Come experience a learning environment that helps you grow with others who share your values.

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NOW ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS FOR ALL 2025 SEMESTERS

Application Requirements

Get a head start for applying to BYU-Idaho!

What you'll need for your application:

  1. Ensure your Church Account is associated with your membership record
  2. Personal (non-school) email address
  3. Permanent and mailing address
  4. High School graduation month and year
  5. Unweighted GPA
  6. College start date

The application will take about 10 minutes to finish. After completing your application, don’t forget to check out current BYU-Idaho scholarships.


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Attend School Year-Round

BYU-Idaho operates on a full three-semester schedule (Fall, Winter, and Spring), helping students graduate faster while keeping class sizes small. Multiple start dates offer flexibility for scheduling around missions or internships.
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Application Deadlines


Be sure to submit your application before the semester you'd like to start classes.

For international applicants, please review our international application deadlines to see available terms.

Dec. 15
WINTER 2025
Apr. 1
SPRING 2025
Sept. 1
FALL 2025

What Type of Student Are You?

BYU-Idaho offers several enrollment options tailored for you. If you’re not sure what option is best, contact the Admissions Office.
Get an early start on college while still attending high school.
Begin your studies at BYU-Idaho as a first-year student.
We welcome exceptional students from all over the world.
Finish your degree with a BYU-Idaho education.
Finish strong by picking up where you left off.
Gain more education without working towards a degree.

Schedule a Campus Tour and Get to Know Us

Get a feel for what it’s like at BYU-Idaho with a campus tour or conversation with an admissions representative.
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Come see what makes BYU-Idaho so special. Visit our campus!
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Meet with a BYUI admissions representative assigned to your area or high school.
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Have Questions About Applying to BYU-Idaho?

Friendly admission counselors are happy to guide you throughout the application process.

Office: Spencer W. Kimball Building, Room 120

Phone: 208-496-1300

Email: admissions@byui.edu

Web Chat: Start a web chat by clicking the blue chat button found at the bottom right of the page.

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