Chances of getting into Brigham Young University Idaho
Acceptance Rate
How hard is it to get into BYU-I and can I get accepted?
The acceptance rate at BYU-I is 97%. It ranks #6 in Idaho for lowest rate of acceptance. Brigham Young University Idaho is an easy school to get into with a very good chance of acceptance if you meet the admission requirements. Last year, 9,621 out of 9,963 applicants were admitted.
The school has moderate admission requirements for SAT and ACT scores, generally admitting students who score in the top 56 percent (SAT 990/1200 ACT 20/26). Brigham Young University Idaho typically accepts and attracts "B+" average high school students with an average GPA around 3.34. Of those applicants who were admitted, 50% enrolled. With over half of admitted students enrolling, acceptance by Brigham Young University Idaho is a prized outcome for many students.
The BYU-I application fee is $35 and applications are due by Feb 1.
Admission Requirements in Brief
To have the best chance of getting into to Brigham Young University Idaho you should:
- Have a high school GPA of 3.34 or better
- Earn B+ grades in high school
- Score 1100 on the SAT
- Score 23 on the ACT
- Submit letters of recommendation from your teachers
Testing Requirements
You are required to submit admission test scores with your application. Brigham Young University Idaho is not a test optional school. Note: Please consult the school directly to confirm the most up to date testing requirements.
BYU-I SAT Scores
SAT Requirements & Average SAT Score
| SAT Test | 25th Percentile Score |
|---|---|
| SAT Reading 25th | 500 |
| SAT Math 25th | 490 |
| SAT Composite 25th | 990 |
| SAT Test | 25th Percentile Score |
|---|---|
| SAT Reading 75th | 610 |
| SAT Math 75th | 590 |
| SAT Composite 75th | 1200 |
| Average SAT Score | 1100
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SAT Scores you need to get in
What are the SAT requirements for students to be admitted to Brigham Young University Idaho?
Students who get into Brigham Young University Idaho score in the top 62 percent of all SAT test takers.. The SAT composite score range for the middle 50% of students is 990-1200. The school consistently admits SAT composite scores down to 990 on a 1600 scale, below which admission should be considered a reach. We estimate some students could be accepted with SAT's as low as 880. The average SAT composite for admitted freshman is 1100 out of 1600. BYU-I ranks #5 in Idaho for highest average SAT composite score. 31 percent of applicants submit SAT scores to the school.
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Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2021 starting classEstimated Chance of Acceptance by SAT Score
BYU-I ACT Scores
ACT Requirements & Average ACT Score
| ACT Test | 25th Percentile Score |
|---|---|
| ACT Reading 25th | 19 |
| ACT Math 25th | 18 |
| ACT Composite 25th | 20 |
| ACT Test | 75th Percentile Score |
|---|---|
| ACT Reading 75th | 25 |
| ACT Math 75th | 25 |
| ACT Composite 75th | 26 |
| Average ACT Score | 23
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ACT Scores needed to get accepted
What are the ACT requirements for prospective students to get into BYU-I?
BYU-I regularly accepts students who score 20 and above on the ACT. These students typically score in the top 49 percent nationally. The ACT composite score range for the middle 50% of students is 20-26. We estimate the school accepting a minimum ACT composite score around 17 in some instances. Prospective students submitting an ACT composite of 23 or higher should be in the upper half of applicants - and students with a 26 and above have very competitive chances. The school ranks #5 in Idaho for highest average ACT composite score. 50 percent of applicants submit ACT scores to Brigham Young University Idaho.
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BYU-I GPA
Estimated GPA Requirements & Average GPA
What GPA do you need to get into Brigham Young University Idaho?
Applicants require above average high school grades to get into BYU-I. The average high school GPA of the admitted freshman class at Brigham Young University Idaho was 3.34 on the 4.0 scale indicating that primarily B+ students are accepted and ultimately attend. The school ranks #6 in Idaho for highest average GPA. If your high school grades are above the average 3.34 GPA, you have a very good chance of being admitted as BYU-I accepts 97% of all applicants.
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*This school has not released high school GPA data for its incoming freshmen. In these cases, CollegeSimply employs an artificial intelligence (AI) process to predict GPA based on this school's test scores and a large sample of other colleges' data. 3.34 is an estimate of the school's average incoming freshman GPA.
Applying
Admission Statistics
| Women | Men | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Applied | 5,681 | 4,282 | 9,963 |
| Accepted | 5,527 | 4,094 | 9,621 |
| Acceptance Rate | 97% | 96% | 97% |
| Enrolled | 2,771 | 2,087 | 4,858 |
| Percent of Admitted Who Enrolled (Admission Yield) | 50% | 51% | 50% |
Fall 2023 Application Deadline
Applications were Due
Days left to Apply
The application deadline for Fall 2023 has passed. Applications were due on Feb 1, 2023.
Application Fee
The cost for prospective students to apply to Brigham Young University Idaho is $35.
Application Requirements
What are the requirements for admission to Brigham Young University Idaho and what student information is used for admission decisions?
| Test Scores | Required |
| High School GPA | Required |
| High School Class Rank | Neither required nor recommended |
| Completion of College Preparatory Program | Recommended |
| Recommendations | Required |
| Demonstration of Competencies | Neither required nor recommended |
Credits Accepted
| AP Credit | Yes |
| Dual Credit | Yes |
| Credit for Life Experiences | No |
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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.
FAQs
Does Brigham Young University Idaho prefer SAT or ACT?
31% of students submit their SAT scores to BYU-I. 50% of applicants send their ACT scores when applying.
What is my chance of getting into Brigham Young University Idaho?
97% of those who apply are granted admission to BYU-I. Admission competition is and the college has moderate admission standards. See if your grades and scores are good enough for admission.
What SAT score is required for Brigham Young University Idaho?
The middle 50% of addmitted applicants have SAT scores between 990 and 1200. 31% of students submit SAT scores when applying. See if your SAT score is good enough for admission.
What ACT score is required for Brigham Young University Idaho?
The middle 50% of addmitted applicants have ACT scores between 20 and 26. 50% of students submit ACT scores when applying. See if your ACT score is good enough for admission.