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Brigham Young University

Provo, Utah · Private

69%acceptance rate
1290–1430SAT middle 50%
28–32ACT middle 50%
$14,643average net price

Brigham Young University admitted 69% of 12,141 applicants (Common Data Set 2025-2026). First-year students who sent the SAT scored 1290–1430 in the middle half. Test scores are optional. 82% of students graduate within six years.

Your chances at Brigham Young University

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Early decision and early action

Brigham Young University doesn’t report an early decision or early action round.

What admissions weighs

How Brigham Young University rates each part of an application, from its Common Data Set.

Very important

  • Course rigor
  • GPA
  • Test scores
  • Essay
  • Recommendations
  • Activities
  • Talent or ability
  • Character
  • Religion
  • Volunteering
  • Work experience

Important

  • First generation

Considered

  • Showing interest

Not considered

  • Class rank
  • Interview
  • Legacy
  • Where you live
  • State residency

High school GPA

First-year students averaged a 3.89 GPA.

  • 4.028%
  • 3.75–3.9959%
  • 3.50–3.7410%
  • 3.25–3.492%
  • 3.00–3.240.4%
  • 2.50–2.990.1%
  • 2.00–2.490.0%
  • Under 2.00%

Some colleges report weighted GPAs, so compare loosely.

What it costs

Full price with housing is $22,992 a year. After grants, students paid $14,643 on average.

Average price after grants, by family income:

  • $0–30k$9,531
  • $30–48k$10,224
  • $48–75k$12,374
  • $75–110k$16,389
  • $110k+$20,042

Quick answers

What is Brigham Young University’s acceptance rate?

Brigham Young University admitted 69% of applicants: 8,331 of 12,141 (Common Data Set 2025-2026).

What SAT score do you need for Brigham Young University?

The middle half of admitted students who sent the SAT scored 1290 to 1430, with a median around 1360. A score at or above 1360 puts you in the top half of admitted students who sent one.

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