Application Help

Maybe you’re going to college for the first time, or maybe you’re transferring from another university, either way, you probably have some questions about applying! This page breaks down our application section by section so that you know what to expect and documents you might need as you fill out your application.

Application Breakdown

Toggle Item Starting Your Application

Begin your application here ! Certain portions of the application can take some time to complete so the sooner you start, the better. In order to start an application you must have a BYU account. Below is a video that explains how you can discover if you already have an account, and if not, how you can create one.

BYU ID Creation Toggle Item Application Instructions

Make sure you read the instructions in the right-hand column of the application as you go. These instructions update depending on which section of the application you are working on to provide relevant and helpful information.

Toggle Item English Proficiency Exam

You may be required to submit an English Proficiency Exam . After filling out the profile section of the application, refer to the status section to see if an English Proficiency Exam is required.

Toggle Item Applying to different Church Education System (CES) Schools

BYU , BYU-Hawaii , BYU-Idaho , BYU-Pathway and Ensign College all require different application materials. Complete the application for each school to which you would like to apply.

Toggle Item Declaring a Major

We ask you to select your major , but if you're not sure what you want to study just yet, simply select "Open Major (Undecided or exploring students)".

Toggle Item Linking Your Application to Your Church Account

If you're a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and you did not sign in with your church account, you will be required to link your Church account to your application. If you're having trouble with this, view the instructions in the right-hand column of the religion page. By linking your church account, your application will automatically update seminary and institute records. We provide a space for you to comment on your seminary and institute experience, and encourage you to do so if you would like to clarify anything about your experience.

Toggle Item The Honor Code and Ecclesiastical Endorsement

To be considered for admission, you must agree to live by the Honor Code , Related Policies , and will be required to begin the Ecclesiastical Endorsement process.
*Don't start the Ecclesiastical Endorsement before the admission application opens. To see when the application opens click here. To read more about the Ecclesiastical Endorsement click here.

Toggle Item Evaluating International Work

If you have completed any secondary education or received any college credit outside of the United States, that is not U.S. accredited, your work must be evaluated by an approved international credential evaluation agency. View requirements here .

Toggle Item Reporting College Credit

You will be required to identify all U.S. and international colleges through which you have earned credit, including any college credit earned during high school. You may also be required to submit a copy of your official college transcript(s). The application will let you know if one is needed. Please be aware that it can take a couple of weeks for BYU to receive and process your transcript once you have requested it from your school, so please make sure to order your transcripts early. Keep checking your application to see if your college transcripts have been received.

Toggle Item Reporting Your High School Transcript

You'll need to self-report your high school transcript on the application. You will be required to provide an official high school transcript if you are admitted, so make sure what you self-report matches what's on your transcript.

BYU Self Reporting Transcripts

Have a copy of your official transcript on hand when completing this section
Make sure the information you enter matches your official transcript
Know how your school lists your grades (semester, trimester, quarter/term, or full year)
Know your schools grading system (letter grades A-F or 100-point system)
Indicate courses that are AP, IB, Honors, and concurrent or dual enrollment

Toggle Item ACT and SAT Test Scores

Most applicants will not be required to submit a standardized test score to be considered for admission to BYU for spring 2021 through winter 2026. Applicants may choose to submit a test score if they feel it would strengthen their application. If a test score is required or the applicant chooses to include a test score, the score must be included at the time of submission.

Toggle Item Recommendations

Current seminary teacher (if applicable)
High school teacher (any teacher that taught a class that counted towards the completion of either a math, English, science or social science requirement in your junior or senior year of high school)
Non-relative of your choosing

Transfer applicants are required to have one recommendation from a non-relative submitted on their behalf.

Keep checking your application to see if your recommendations have been received. For more information about recommendations click here.

Toggle Item Essays and Activities

Freshmen applicants are required to submit five essays.
Transfer applicants are required to submit six essays.

Become familiar with the Mission and Aims of BYU . Your application, including your essays and activities, should demonstrate your preparation and alignment with the Mission and Aims of BYU.