HOW TO GET IN TO BYU PROVO

Tips on how to get into Brigham Young University and the application process.
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Application Prompts:
1.Describe a topic, idea, or concept (other than gospel related) that you find so engaging that it makes you lose all track of time. Why does it captivate you? What or who do you turn to when you want to learn more about this? (2000 characters)
2.Have you become aware of a significant need in your family, school, and/or community? Please explain how you have worked toward meeting that need.(2000 characters)
3.Briefly describe a time that your efforts have fallen short, a goal was not accomplished, or an aspiration was not achieved. (500 characters)
4.What steps did you take to recover from this defeat? What resources did you use? How and why are you different today? (2000 characters)
5.We strive to create a rich and varied educational environment through admitting students with diverse:
Goals
Interests
Skills and talents
Life experiences
Perspectives
Cultures
Tell us your story. What will you contribute to our university community? Be specific. (2000 characters)
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[@louisaporter771]

For anyone wondering, I applied this past year and the essay questions were all the same as the ones in this vid :)

[@arisalmar1857]

Agree, the questions were all the same! Did you get in?

[@sethboeh6278]

"Okay so seminary is actually really important...you need them to say 'he is a 5 star student'" *Me, thinking back to all the naps I took in seminary* ....i should be fiiiiine

[@celestemorgan606]

Haha try seminary on zoom. If people want to take naps, they can just turn off their mic and video. Our group doesn't do that though...

[@maddycooper74]

Thank you so much for this!!! And congratulations on getting in!!

[@thekiwikid8851]

Thanks for the video, I got accepted and I start in January!

[@olivias5634]

This video really helped thank you so much! This is exactly what I was looking for👍🏻

[@lillieventura6328]

I watched this video before applying in October and I just found out that I got in!!! Thanks for your help

[@lillymitton7181]

CONGRATS OMG

[@emmashanelife]

Congrats

[@charliemarco2904]

Super helpful thanks

[@mariafeist596]

This helped me so much, thank you!

[@franklingreen4719]

I went to BYU from Fall of 1984 and graduated in December 1989. I got a BS in Finance with minors in Managerial Economics and Business Composite. Best advice is be realistic about your major start slowly with some GE requirements to get acclimated to the university work load. I had several very smart friends get on academic probation and had to leave BYU because they either took too hard classes early on or too many classes a semester, or enjoyed college life too much and didnt study hard enough early on. I had no car, very little money, and no TV in my room, and had a single dorm room and only worked during summers. I later got a Computer Science degree from Cal State and I have to say you are very fortunate to be going to BYU! I took AP biology in high school, 3 years of Spanish, I graduated in the 14th percentile in High School. If you ever seen the movie "Brick" that was my High School in San Clemente, California.

[@cindyfreeman2103]

Ayee I’ll be there this fall too😁

[@ambertippetts4279]

Thanks for the tips! Do you know anything about the process for homeschool students?

[@jlhistory]

If I got a 28 on the act should I submit?

[@celestemorgan606]

Hi Hope! Thank you for your awesome video! Hopefully, when I'm older I can make it to Provo! How hard is it? I'm about an average student, I'm in my freshmen year of H.S, my lowest serious grade is a 55% in alg. and the rest are all B's. Are those good grades for Provo? Do you have to be *super* smart? I just want to do my best and see how far I can go, and really, it starts here!

[@louisaporter771]

Other people might answer this differently, but for me and my roommates (we're all freshman at BYU) its not so much about being smart as it is being willing to put in the work. It's definitely a hard school but so doable if you make a commitment to work hard and try your best!! :)

[@rosaespinal7421]

Thank you Hope! A hug from DR! 💜

[@mclovinthewalrus2375]

klk?

[@lynndelmonte]

do you have to go serve mission to get to BYU??

[@CALLME_v1ck13]

i have a very low highschool GPA of 2.41, but my toefl scores are great for an international student. whats my chance of getting into BYU. Can i give it a shot?

[@johnpatter1043]

Looks like you got in some of the Tier 2 colleges such UT Austin and UCLA

[@therapyassistant7499]

Great video thank you

[@WarrenGoodin]

Hey so I am applying to BYU and have about a 3.6 gpa and 28 ACT. I know that I am below average on academics, but I need killer essays to compensate. I have sports, volunteer work, eagle scout. I am confused with the essay about "are you aware of any needs in your community". I did a service project in Mexico and am an eagle scout. Not sure what to write about (both, or one). What did you write for yours?

[@mounisanapala4326]

Is it good for masters in cs/accounting or mba?

[@vietkhuevu9074]

Was you a church member when you applied to BYU?

[@sierraw5317]

For the putting in your own classes and grades stuff, do you still need to send in your transcript? Also, when I was looking at the BYU Idaho application, it has only one slot for grades. Do you know if you would only put your 2nd semester grades in there?

[@hopeknudson6103]

Sierra West you have to send a transcript still. They will compare your transcript to the grades you put in. I don’t know about Byu Idaho but I am pretty sure you just put your most current grades!

[@marcoaquino2372]

Hello, May I ask if there's an application fee?

[@maxfoster8652]

Getting into BYU had always been my dream, I want nothing more. However, with COVID and online school I have been slacking off more than I should. I’m doing my best to stay on top of my work, especially in Math. I don’t have any Fs, but I’m just asking the comments and someone with experience whether or not you still have a chance at being accepted to BYU Provo. I’m a Freshman in HS so still haven’t had any real experiences since it’s all been online. It’s been tough on me. Also another question: would they rather have someone with a 4.0 and no extracurriculars or someone with a 3.5 and really good extracurriculars? Anyway, those are my questions. Thanks!

[@losalinemoa1720]

(This comment is not to hijack this video, just in case someone perceives it that way...I am just a nobody trying to help somebody...I was trying to answer the simple question and ended up cooking a pot of whatever I just wrote lol Sorry to Max Foster for this drastic answer) I'm no expert... but I believe what they (BYU admissions/recruiters) want to see is how you challenge yourself and carry yourself through both secular and non-secular experiences. My recommendation is that you try to aim for a 3.8 gpa or higher from your sophomore year to your senior year. You're a freshman, right? Since it's your first transition from middle school to high school most colleges understand that students may not perform the best (especially, in S.I.P.). What matters is what you do afterward. Remember this! HAVE A GROWTH MINDSET!! There will be shortcomings, but it's our option to choose endurance or giving up. It's your choice. You choose. Not everyone has the opportunities to do typical extracurriculars, for example, some have personal duties at home; which you can probably talk about. However, what you can do if you really want to do extracurriculars is join the clubs from your school or online opportunities (IMPORTANT: DO IT BECAUSE YOU LOVE IT!! It's YOUR PASSION, not because it's impressive :/ if you do that your motivation will BURN YOU OUT---Not healthy SELF-CARE IS CRUCIAL + in my opinion that would be wasting your time because you choose something that could have been a lot better, but for benefit of something that doesn't sincerely connect back to you, you choose it? cuz why? *no judgment* anyways that's just my personal thought; participate in things that you'll enjoy is what I'm trying to say *nervous emoji*) The good thing about online opportunities is that it can be done through zoom and with that, you don't have to hustle getting to whatever place you're participating at lol. SAVE GAS MONEY! :) It can convenient sometimes. Be mindful that not all virtual spaces are for everyone. You might be different, so don't be hard on yourself. From my understanding and memory, the application asks you for 2 Activities; out of all your 4yrs of high school, you will choose to talk about just 2 (other college apps are different) that stand out to you and 4 essays about the overall experiences you had. (Can be personal or whatever level you define personal as :D) I wouldn't stress too much about it, but it's always good to show schools what your capable of outside of your academics. Not going to lie, it's hard, and some folks are still trying to figure it all out...but find that BALANCE that fits you! Organize a schedule! Anyways, anyhow, and anywho lol, long answer short is that they may want a good mix. By that I mean if your grades suck, have your transcript do some talking by improving over the quarters/semsters/year. I'll let you know something...my freshman yr sucked too. The lowest gpa I have gotten all throughout HS is my freshman yr, but then my sophomore year things got better. Once you feel like you're in a good place and maintain a firm structure with your grades, don't be afraid to spice it up the next year; cuz now hopefully you know your boundaries, + where your strengths lie. Do what you know you and only you can do! You have strength! Don't doubt it, find it! **PLEASE KEEP IN MIND THAT YOUR HEALTH IS A PRIORITY ALWAYS** Good Luck! I know that probably starting HS through this pandemic is not the idealist...I mean I'm a senior in HS and I didn't want to graduate on zoom lol. We in the same boat and we gotta be steadfast. >>> You're already moving forward, by looking into these videos and asking questions! Keep doing what you're doing! The next few years of HS go by really fast, and sooner than you know it you will be applying! YAYYYY!!! Ohhhh also I hear you on the slacking off more than you should, yes! lol That happens, procrastination at its finest is not going to help you in the long-run lol I can testify to that as well. Do, however, take time for self-care! Burnouts could drain a lot out of you. :[ My last piece of advice to you is found in D&C 6:36! "Look unto me in every thought doubt not, fear not"! Trust God! As much as we try to work and take control of things, this is His plan and He's the one who wants us to succeed. Everyone is on a journey, and with a journey, there will be many tracks where one might be going uphill, downhill, backward, forwards, fast, or slower. Trying to steer one way in control of everything, but the One who made the tracks and knows everything is right there waiting for you to ask for directions. Pray, He answers your prayer! Might not be by your own timing, but He does answer it with full understanding. He does it in the right place at the right time. You are on a different journey than I am, vice versa. Things will get tough, and there will be a time where you might compare yourself with something or someone. If that happens REMEMBER you're on your journey and I am on my own, God has a different set of directions for the both of us. Have hope and faith because it'll be your security of seeing light in dark tunnels. ( Again Sorry, if this was too long lol. I just spat out what came to mind that I thought could be helpful. Hopefully, it makes decent sense too ahhh lol...Have a blessed day everyone! Shout out to my fellow classof2021 + Good Luck to future BYU Provo Applicants!!

[@mishellarynedizon9491]

I am really excited to study in BYU after my mission soon in Thailand Bangkok Mission, because it is my childhood dream but after watching this I don't think I can make it huhuhu :(

[@emmashanelife]

Does Personal Progress help? Trying to finish before the program stops.

[@shannonsiu5759]

BYU application doesn't ask if you finished it though, right?

[@emmashanelife]

I don’t know

[@crystal8027]

The first prompt is very broad. Do you have any examples or ideas on how to answer the first prompt and what you thought about when answering it? Thanks so much.

[@hopeknudson6103]

I talked about my videography and photography business and how I got into that and how it has shaped me. Things that come to mind that you could write about are a class you find really interesting, and ideology, political movement, traditions, a culture, or a skill that you spend a lot of time doing.

[@crystal8027]

thanks so much :))

[@zoea5941]

Do you know how BYU views empty classes in a schedule? Like I’m two years ahead in my math and a year ahead in my science so I will most likely have two empty classes on my schedule. I’m not sure if it’s better to leave them empty or take like 2 more electives just to fill my schedule?

[@hopeknudson6103]

Zoë A I know a lot of people who have empty blocks. As long as your electives keep your gpa up, I would try to learn something new. Or try to get a leadership position instead of a class like being a TA or try student council!

[@karenvanessan.2000]

As an international student I don't have a lot of the stuff you say it's nerfed :(

[@kronter165]

Hello, I am Chilean and my most precious dream is to study at BYU, I am a child of God who has just finished seminary. If my English is fluent and I have the money to travel, what are the programs I should apply to go there to study? and in what time?

[@hopeknudson6103]

Kronter Pvp apply now for next yeAr. Just look up the BYU application. Call BYU if you need any help! I believe in you! 8014224636

[@kronter165]

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[@kronter165]

@@hopeknudson6103 you know if BYU have medicine? Or medical? Or (medicina in spanish)

[@kronter165]

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[@giuliaconte9810]

@@kronter165 How's life? Did you go to BYU or changed plans?

[@abualymotivator3222]

Hello elders and sisters. Please teach me the book of Mormom. Thanks

[@giuliaconte9810]

Hey do you want to learn about the book of Mormon? Are you a member?

[@desireadeaton1654]

do you HAVE to go to seminary to get into byu?

[@jarjo9190]

Nope, you don't even need to be a member of the church, though you will be required to adhere to the honor code and the vast majority of students at BYU are LDS

[@victoriaann3392]

@@jarjo9190 So if you aren't religious you won't need a seminary recommend

[@prashannakharel6674]

@@jarjo9190 hey , hoping to get a reply, im from Nepal and here we dont have many churches and bishop. im a hindu myself. how can i fill up the endorsement section while filling up the application form ?

[@juancarlosromeroretamales4079]

How did you to prepare to the ACT exam? Did you take a special course or did you do alone? And how much time did you spend to prepare yourself?. Thank you

[@hopeknudson6103]

Juan Carlos Romero Retamales I actually took the ACT 5 times until I got the score I was happy with. I practiced with books and practice exams every Saturday for an hour. Invest as much time as possible to get a score you are proud of.

[@adama9747]

How would one get into BYU as non-LDS? I believe that I have the grades (3.8 Gpa), merit, etc., but I don’t have the church recommendations. I also would be open to possibly joining the church if I went to BYU.

[@ohboyitslauren]

Adam A H You can still get into BYU if you are not a church member (although I’m sure it makes it a lot less complicated). I would try contacting the school directly and ask for help. Being part of the church just helps a ton because the tuition will be lower, honor code will be easier to follow, you’ll probably feel a lot less lonely in a school full of majority church members. Also I know that it’s easier to get in if you have a lot of diversity or you volunteer or do humanitarian projects, things like that. The ACT also matters to them a lot so as long as you get about a 30+ you’re usually good to go. Hope this helps!

[@ohboyitslauren]

Adam A you could also try contacting local missionaries and ask to contact a local bishop because I’m sure they would know a lot more about what to do for the recommendations and whatnot.

[@adama9747]

Lauren Waite thank you so much!

[@DInfXsMD]

*recommendations

[@danielifepe2132]

What can international students do about LDS. Like seminar teachers if they don't have it their home country.

[@amandakeravuori8771]

What about non-mormons that would like to attend this school that do not have a bishop/seminary teacher. How would we do this process without one?

[@hopeknudson6103]

Amanda Olson I do not know the process for non lds people but you should just call BYU and ask! The number is: 801-422-4636

[@carolineurbanawiz3042]

Seminary recs are not required for those who are not members. The bishop interview is just to see if you will live the honor code, and that can be done with any nearby bishop and is super easy. The application will prompt you with some nearby church buildings where you can do that.

[@latter-daycanadian1341]

You can apply before you serve your mission and just defer for the two years right?

[@hopeknudson6103]

yes

[@latter-daycanadian1341]

Hope Knudson oh also is there anything you would add or remove in regards to international students? I heard a lot of stuff that I wasn’t sure applied to Canadian students

[@hopeknudson6103]

Here is some information about international students! enrollment.byu.edu/admissions/international

[@lillymitton7181]

My unweighted GPA is 3.9 and I still need to take the ACT. I have sports, music, and advanced language classes, and AP classes. But I'm not in a club, should I be worried?

[@hopeknudson6103]

Lillian Mitton as long as you have things to write about for all the prompts you shouldn’t worry, I did so many things like clubs they will never know about because I didn’t include them in my essays

[@lillymitton7181]

@@hopeknudson6103 thank you!

[@senorsnav2905]

Can I still go to byu if I didn't do seminary

[@hopeknudson6103]

Señorsnav yes

[@sadiewillson5851]

Hi hope I have a question for you! I have a 3.9 gpa but a 20 on my act! I have taken the test 5 times and I just struggle with test taking. But I think there is so much more to me than just grades. Do you think I’ll be ok?

[@nicholasbrandao7847]

honestly you probably won't be accepted with that score :/ but you could try taking the sat to see if it would be easier for ya

[@whiterose8601]

sadie willson if byu doesn’t work then look to byu I there lowest score is a 20 with a gpa of 3.4 so you Would be pretty good and if your served a mission as well as any thing else you have done in school keep in mind byu I has a 95 acceptance rate

[@lizzie3615]

jared barker BYU Idaho has a 95% acceptance rate, BYU provo ranges from 50-60% depending on the year you apply

[@whiterose8601]

Lizzie even if you don’t meet the gpa requirement as long as you get a 20 act which is the my lowest they require but they have accepted student with 18 act score with you kill the essay and have lots of work to show you have a very high chance of getting into byu I also if not there are options community college the. Transfer I didn’t have a good gpa and a year out of high school I need the act again only could afford to take it once and due to unfortunate situations that my school made me completely the same math class twice in both freshman and sophomore years yet I passed it freshman year And I also took 6 ap class with basketball and track and field as well as stuco interact leadership environment Spanish clubs so I’m so nervous about byu I and it effects me greatly I plan on going a my mission very soon which my parents have said trust in the lord and do what is asked of and you’ll be ok not that it makes feel that much better

[@nicolefong6330]

Ummm..I just wanna ask.. what about those students from the pacific Islands?? who wish to attend BYU provo?will it be easy for us to apply there??

[@hopeknudson6103]

Nicole Fong Here is some information! I hope it helps♥️ enrollment.byu.edu/admissions/international

[@nicolefong6330]

ahhh yess thank you soo much.. it really helps!

[@g-hymarcaida7336]

does being a returned missionary help? i'm just waiting for my call hehe

[@traceylewis5376]

No being a returned missionary does not help.

[@Magicmike57]

Lol

[@Magicmike57]

No but BYU Idaho will accept you 😜

[@fonsie3218]

All i know is that the lds church can help you out to get in

[@juliaforsellx]

G-Hy Marcaida Now we wanna know how it went. Do you go to BYU now? :)

[@berylpena1901]

lol I got in with a 1000 SAT

[@g-hymarcaida7336]

how about for poor international sudents who have a gpa of 3.7? pls heeeeeeelp

[@hopeknudson6103]

G-Hy Marcaida Michelle I don’t know a lot about international students’ situations but I would suggest working really hard on your application!

[@thucanhngo3789]

thank you! u r so cute

[@michelleshawol844]

Do you know something about the International students?

[@hopeknudson6103]

Michelle SHAWOL I don’t know a lot about international students’ situations but I would suggest working really hard on your application!

[@joshua_sykes]

Michelle SHAWOL, this link has what you need to know: admissions.byu.edu/section/international

[@FRANK-vc8bl]

I am a international student too . I think we have more topic

[@henryyenyangchen2313]

@@FRANK-vc8bl First of all, ACT or SAT score is required and your English proficiency is important too..... XDDDD and I remember BYU really love international students! I'm going to apply at April fist:) Maybe we can exchange some ideas with each other~

[@santiagogo7070]

@Ernesto Valencia I am going to apply , could you help me?

[@jo-wb6zs]

I could give a shite about god and stuff but somehow I still got in annnnnd it’s not so bad, partying is good and most don’t ever ask about religion.

[@mackenziecooper3402]

What if you dont live in Provo Utah and you don’t go to the church there

[@abijohnson3231]

You’d probably need to move 🤷‍♀️

[@franklingreen4719]

I graduated from BYU in 1989.

[@marcoaquino2372]

How was it? Did all the hard work woth it?

[@ringit7815]

Hey I am from India what could be price for me to study there in byu? And also is it good for computer science

[@hopeknudson6103]

RING IT I do not know an exact price but BYU is known for being far cheaper than other colleges. Utah is pretty cheap for college in general. The computer science program is a great program and right now you do not even have to apply to get into it!

[@ringit7815]

Is there any scholarship exam

[@hopeknudson6103]

RING IT there are places you can apply for academic or need based scholarships

[@generobbins8714]

Whoa this is how you’ll make it in? How did you figure this out?

[@hopeknudson6103]

A lot of research and learning from my own and others' experiences

[@generobbins8714]

Hope Knudson Oh I got in and most of this advice was irrelevant in doing so. I sinned and still got in. Also most of your notes are just a regurgitation of the application requirements. Why not just put a link to the application instead of making a video?

[@droidy347]

Aww, this is actually kinda depressing. I graduated this last June and was really hoping to go to BYU. After watching this video I dont think I’ll get in now :(

[@bellycow1357]

What was your SAT score and GPA, and what were your interests in high school?

[@daffodilfleur]

Recommendation has one c.

[@davida.quinnsr.8847]

You so smart when you go to President's school...sorry...? No, we hate one.

[@hihi-td9jd]

I want go to BYU for art but my gpa is not good😂

[@FELIX-qr6vd]

How to get into BYU = How to become a Mormon