Hello, everyone! I'm looking into applying to BYU-Idaho for college, and I'm a little bit unsure about their admission requirements. Can someone please help me understand what I need to have prepared for the application? Much appreciated!
Hello! I'm happy to provide some information regarding the admission requirements for Brigham Young University-Idaho (BYU-Idaho). Keep in mind that BYU-Idaho has a unique application process due to its association with The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Here's a general list of items you should prepare for your application:
1. Online application: You'll need to complete the online application form, which can be found on the BYU-Idaho website - note that they aren't on the Common App.
2. High school transcript: You'll need to submit official high school transcripts that show your grades and coursework up until the time of application.
3. Seminary attendance: BYU-Idaho values participation in religious education programs, such as seminary. Providing information about your seminary attendance can be an asset to your application if you have participated.
4. ACT or SAT scores (optional): BYU-Idaho has moved to a test-optional admissions process for most students, so submitting standardized test scores is generally not required. However, if you feel that your test scores accurately reflect your academic ability, you can choose to submit them. For more information about test-optional policies and how to navigate them, check out this blog post from CollegeVine: https://blog.collegevine.com/does-test-optional-mean-test-optional
5. Ecclesiastical endorsement: As a religious institution, BYU-Idaho requires applicants to obtain an ecclesiastical endorsement from their bishop (or another local Church leader) and their stake president. This component confirms your commitment to the university's Honor Code and your worthiness to attend.
6. Extracurricular activities: The application will have a section where you can list your involvement in extracurricular activities, including community service, leadership roles, and awards. This section provides the admissions committee with a better understanding of your interests and any accomplishments outside of academics.
If you have any further questions, or want to know if the particular program you're applying for has additional requirements (like an essay, potentially), don't hesitate to reach out to BYU-Idaho's admissions office directly. They're there to help, after all!
Best of luck with your application!
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