The Basics About BYU
BYU is a private institution that was founded in 1875. It has a total undergraduate enrollment of 30,745, its setting is urban, and the campus size is 557 acres. It utilizes a semester-based academic calendar. BYU's ranking in the 2011 edition of Best Colleges is National Universities, 75. Its tuition and fees are $4,420.
Overview: Brigham Young University--Provo
| General Information | |
|---|---|
| Institutional Control: | Private |
| Year founded: | 1875 |
| Religious affiliation: | Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints |
| Academic calendar: | semester |
| Fall 2009 Total number of undergraduates: | 30,745 |
| Setting: | urban |
| 2009 Endowment: | $608,860,962 |
| Fall Admissions | |
| Application deadline: | 2/1 |
| Application fee: | $30 |
| Fall 2009 Acceptance rate: | 69% |
| Selectivity: | more selective |
| Expenses | |
| Costs: | 2010-2011 Tuition and Fees: $4,420 |
| Mission (as provided by the school) | |
Brigham Young University seeks to develop students of faith, intellect and character who have the skills and the desire to continue learning and to serve others throughout their lives. Tracing its roots to Utah's rich pioneer heritage, the university provides an outstanding education in an atmosphere consistent with the ideals and principles of its sponsor, The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Known for its internationally experienced and academically minded student body and world class teaching, BYU is also recognized for its beautiful mountain location, extensive language programs, talented performing arts ensembles, outstanding sports programs and devotion to combining solid scholarship with the principles of the restored gospel of Jesus Christ. |
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