Brigham Young University-Idaho
Brigham Young University-Idaho
525 South Center St.
Rexburg, ID, 83460
For more than a century, Brigham Young University-Idaho has been dedicated to providing a diverse environment of excellence and preparing its students for a life according to the church's Code of Honor. By combining a traditional academic education with a thriving, supportive, faith-based community, BYU-Idaho students obtain the best of everything, truly preparing them for wholesome life of serving God.
This university in Idaho grants bachelor's degrees from six fields of study, including agriculture and life sciences, business and communication, education and human development, language, performing and visual arts, and engineering and physical sciences. Brigham Young University-Idaho offers continuous enrollment, operating on a three semester calendar, which allows students to tailor their academic courses and degree programs while optimizing their college experience. Students have the option of choosing a specific academic track toward their Bachelor's degree, or they can choose a generalized degree program, which allows for the incorporation of electives and courses from a variety of areas of study.
A thriving, faith-based environment makes BYU-Idaho a top choice among prospective students looking for a college experience rooted in the church. Campus-wide religious activities and events provide students the opportunity to grow spiritually as well as academically. In addition to religious activities, BYU-Idaho offers a student activities program, which encourages all students to get involved with some form of activity, whether it be sports, performing arts, or serving the community.
The BYU-Idaho campus has seen enormous expansion in the past few years, adding numerous academic and residential facilities to accommodate its ever-growing student population. This faith-based university in Idaho began as a junior college, and has transformed over the years to achieve great things, earning its accreditation as a Bachelor's degree-granting university in 2004. It remains committed to teaching students the leadership, critical thinking, and academic skills needed for a successful future.
Quick Facts:
- BYU-Idaho is an academically challenging, faith-based institution providing a rich education in the context of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.
- BYU-Idaho's campus is surrounded by a variety of beautiful outdoor venues, providing opportunities to enjoy world-famous recreation at places like the Grand Tetons, the Snake River, Jackson Hole (Wyoming), and Yellowstone National Park.
- More than 12,000 students attend BYU-Idaho, and over 40% student body have served a mission.
- BYU-Idaho offers an extensive travel program that includes unique study abroad programs in a variety of international countries.
- Brigham Young University-Idaho began granting bachelor degrees in 2004; it was previously a junior college.