Brigham Young University-Idaho

Rexburg, Idaho

Private nonprofitBachelor's degreesFounded 1888Distant townSEVP certified

About

Brigham Young University–Idaho (BYU–Idaho or BYUI) is a private college in Rexburg, Idaho. Founded 138 years ago in 1888, the college is owned and operated by the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (LDS Church). Previously known as Ricks College, it transitioned from a junior college to a baccalaureate institution in 2001. The college's focus is on undergraduate education. When it transitioned to a baccalaureate institution in 2001, BYU-Idaho offered about 50 bachelor's degrees and 19 associate degrees. As of 2024, the institution offers 102 bachelor's degrees (5 of which are online), 22 associate degrees, and 6 other online degrees. It operates on a three-semester system known as "tracks." The college is broadly organized into 35 departments within six colleges.

Cost per year

Tuition and fees (out of state): US$4,944
Estimated total for international students: US$16,626

Net price calculatorbyui.edu

International students at public universities pay the out-of-state rate. The estimated total adds housing, food and books to that tuition; it is derived from Scorecard figures, so check the university's own cost page.

Students

Undergraduates: 44,397
International undergraduates: 3%
Students per teacher: 22 to 1

Admissions

Admission rate: 96%
SAT: Reading and writing 490–610 · Maths 480–590
ACT: 20–26

Test scores show the middle 50% of admitted students.

Outcomes

Graduation rate: 52%
Median earnings 10 years after starting: US$56,190

Earnings are for students who received US federal aid, so they may not reflect international graduates.

Programmes (126)

Bachelor's degrees68 subjects

Accounting and Related ServicesAgricultural Business and ManagementAgricultural EngineeringAnimal SciencesApparel and TextilesApplied Horticulture and Horticultural Business ServicesApplied StatisticsBiochemistry, Biophysics and Molecular BiologyBiology, GeneralBiomathematics, Bioinformatics, and Computational BiologyBusiness Administration, Management and OperationsBusiness, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services, OtherChemistryCivil EngineeringCommunication and Media StudiesComputer EngineeringComputer Engineering Technologies/TechniciansComputer ProgrammingComputer ScienceComputer Software and Media ApplicationsComputer and Information Sciences, GeneralConstruction ManagementDanceData AnalyticsData ScienceDesign and Applied ArtsDrama/Theatre Arts and StagecraftEconomicsElectrical, Electronics, and Communications EngineeringEnglish Language and Literature, GeneralFamily and Consumer Sciences/Human Sciences, GeneralFinance and Financial Management ServicesFine and Studio ArtsFood Science and TechnologyGeological and Earth Sciences/GeosciencesHealth Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, GeneralHealth and Medical Administrative ServicesHistoryHuman Development, Family Studies, and Related ServicesIndustrial Production Technologies/TechniciansInternational/Globalization StudiesLiberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and HumanitiesManagement Sciences and Quantitative MethodsMarketingMathematicsMechanical EngineeringMechanical Engineering Related Technologies/TechniciansMulti-/Interdisciplinary Studies, GeneralMusicNatural Resources Conservation and ResearchParks, Recreation, and Leisure Facilities ManagementPhysicsPhysiology, Pathology and Related SciencesPlant SciencesPolitical Science and GovernmentPrecision Metal WorkingPsychology, GeneralPublic AdministrationPublic HealthRegistered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical NursingRehabilitation and Therapeutic ProfessionsSocial WorkSociologySoil SciencesSpecial Education and TeachingTeacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and MethodsTeacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject AreasWildlife and Wildlands Science and Management

Associate's degrees25 subjects

Agricultural Business and ManagementAllied Health and Medical Assisting ServicesAnimal SciencesApplied Horticulture and Horticultural Business ServicesApplied StatisticsArchitectural Engineering Technologies/TechniciansBusiness Administration, Management and OperationsBusiness Operations Support and Assistant ServicesBusiness, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services, OtherComputer ProgrammingComputer Software and Media ApplicationsComputer and Information Sciences, GeneralComputer/Information Technology Administration and ManagementConstruction ManagementDrama/Theatre Arts and StagecraftEngineering Technologies/Technicians, GeneralHealth Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, GeneralHistoryHuman Development, Family Studies, and Related ServicesLiberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and HumanitiesMarketingMulti-/Interdisciplinary Studies, GeneralPrecision Metal WorkingTeacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and MethodsVehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians

Undergraduate certificates33 subjects

Accounting and Related ServicesAgricultural Business and ManagementAllied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment ProfessionsApplied Horticulture and Horticultural Business ServicesBuilding/Construction Finishing, Management, and InspectionBusiness Administration, Management and OperationsBusiness Operations Support and Assistant ServicesClinical, Counseling and Applied PsychologyCommunity Organization and AdvocacyComputer EngineeringComputer ProgrammingComputer ScienceComputer Software and Media ApplicationsComputer and Information Sciences, GeneralComputer/Information Technology Administration and ManagementData AnalyticsData ScienceDesign and Applied ArtsDrafting/Design Engineering Technologies/TechniciansEcology, Evolution, Systematics, and Population BiologyEducation, GeneralEntrepreneurial and Small Business OperationsGeneral Sales, Merchandising and Related Marketing OperationsGeography and CartographyHistoryHospitality Administration/ManagementHuman Development, Family Studies, and Related ServicesHuman Resources Management and ServicesMarketingParks, Recreation, and Leisure Facilities ManagementPublic HealthTeaching English or French as a Second or Foreign LanguageVehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians

Subjects and degree levels reported to the US Department of Education. See the university's course catalogue for course-by-course details.