About
Brigham Young University–Idaho 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. Previously known as Ricks College, it transitioned from a junior college to a baccalaureate institution in 2001.
Admissions & acceptance rate
How selective is this institution, and how many admitted students choose to enroll?
Graduation rate & outcomes
Completion, retention, and the equity gap between Pell and non-Pell students.
Pell equity
Pell recipients graduate at a higher rate than non-Pell students here — unusual and worth investigating.
Tuition & cost
What families actually pay, broken down by family income.
Net price by family income
Negative values mean aid exceeds the published cost of attendance for that income band.
Academic programs at BYUI
Top program areas ranked by completions.
Top program families by completions
Enrollment trends & demographics
Fall headcount, 12-month unduplicated enrollment, and student body composition.
Gender split
Race / ethnicity composition
Student-faculty ratio
Student-to-faculty ratio and instructional staff counts.
BYUI vs Peer comparison
The peer institutions BYUI selected for federal comparison reporting.
A larger shape on any axis means this institution outperforms its peers on that dimension. For acceptance rate and net price, lower raw values are inverted so "more selective" and "more affordable" appear larger.
| Carnegie | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
SubjectBrigham Young University-Idaho | 55% | — | 45,585 | $7,131 | Baccalaureate |
Boise State University | 59% | 87.2% | 27,198 | $19,182 | R2 Research |
Brigham Young University | 81% | 67.8% | 35,873 | $14,487 | R2 Research |
Brigham Young University-Hawaii | 50% | 47.0% | 2,906 | $13,884 | Baccalaureate |
Carroll College | 69% | 70.9% | 1,156 | $24,842 | Baccalaureate |
Central Washington University | 54% | 90.6% | 10,811 | $14,715 | Masters Colleges & Universities: Larger Programs |
Colorado Christian University | 63% | 94.3% | 9,951 | $25,458 | Masters Colleges & Universities: Larger Programs |
Colorado College | 88% | 18.5% | 2,056 | $31,678 | Baccalaureate |
Denver Seminary | — | — | 847 | — | Masters Colleges & Universities: Medium Programs |
Eastern Washington University | 43% | 90.7% | 10,492 | $13,091 | Masters Colleges & Universities: Larger Programs |
Gonzaga University | 86% | 81.7% | 7,470 | $36,371 | Doctoral/Professional |
Idaho State University | 35% | — | 13,061 | $17,324 | R2 Research |
Montana State University | 57% | 82.1% | 17,135 | $20,593 | R1 Research |
Montana State University Billings | 34% | — | 4,129 | $15,044 | Masters Colleges & Universities: Medium Programs |
Naropa University | 37% | 100.0% | 1,094 | $28,862 | Masters Colleges & Universities: Medium Programs |
Nazarene Bible College | — | — | 527 | — | — |
Northern Arizona University | 61% | 89.6% | 28,467 | $14,922 | R2 Research |
Northwest Nazarene University | 71% | 64.7% | 1,635 | $25,537 | Masters Colleges & Universities: Larger Programs |
Portland State University | 53% | 90.9% | 19,951 | $12,932 | R2 Research |
Regis University | 62% | 86.5% | 4,605 | $22,689 | Doctoral/Professional |
Rocky Mountain College | 48% | 69.6% | 1,032 | $18,508 | Masters Colleges & Universities: Small Programs |
Salish Kootenai College | 5% | — | 671 | $9,002 | Special Focus Two-Year: Health Professions |
Southern Utah University | 50% | 81.8% | 15,444 | $11,432 | Masters Colleges & Universities: Larger Programs |
The College of Idaho | 63% | 49.1% | 1,090 | $20,566 | Baccalaureate |
The University of Montana | 49% | 95.9% | 10,811 | $17,118 | R1 Research |
The University of Montana-Western | 54% | 99.8% | 1,358 | $16,669 | Baccalaureate |
University of Denver | 76% | 77.8% | 12,813 | $36,037 | R1 Research |
University of Idaho | 57% | 75.5% | 12,286 | $13,782 | R2 Research |
University of Portland | 80% | 89.2% | 3,285 | $36,371 | Masters Colleges & Universities: Medium Programs |
University of Providence | 21% | 50.3% | 763 | $20,907 | Masters Colleges & Universities: Small Programs |
University of Utah | 65% | 86.0% | 36,894 | $13,172 | R1 Research |
Utah State University | 57% | 92.5% | 28,904 | $12,869 | R1 Research |
Utah Valley University | 40% | — | 46,807 | $8,463 | Masters Colleges & Universities: Larger Programs |
Weber State University | 47% | — | 32,701 | $10,722 | Masters Colleges & Universities: Larger Programs |
Western Governors University | 46% | — | 210,208 | $10,442 | Masters Colleges & Universities: Larger Programs |
Westminster University | 64% | 66.6% | 1,155 | $26,536 | Masters Colleges & Universities: Medium Programs |
| Peer group median | 56% | 82.1% | 10,222 | $16,894 |
BYUI Institutional Research office
The IR team responsible for the institution's federal reporting.
The mission of the Institutional Research & Assessment office at BYU-Idaho is to support the university’s efforts to develop disciples of Jesus Christ who are leaders in their homes, the Church, and their communities, by conducting high-quality research and providing actionable information and reporting services to stakeholders.
Visit IR office page- Ben FryarManaging Director of Institutional Research
- Candace WillmoreDirector of Institutional Effectiveness & Accreditation
- Roy SleightDirector of Data and Analysis
Reports & documents (3)
Dashboards, factbooks, data dictionaries, and other reference material published by the IR office.
- Data definitionData ClassificationThe BYU-Idaho Data Classification policy, approved on January 9, 2023, establishes categories for classifying data: public, internal, confidential, and restricted, aligning with the Church Educational System (CES). Data Stewards are responsible for classification, with default classification as confidential if not specified. There are impact thresholds for data loss, identifying substantial and grave consequences.web.byui.edu
- DFR reportIPEDS Data Feedback Report 20242024nces.ed.gov
- Strategic planStrategic Plan2023Brigham Young University-Idaho's strategic plan focuses on developing disciples of Jesus Christ who lead in their homes, Church, and communities, emphasizing teaching-focused faculty and realizing the potential in every student. The plan outlines essential institutional priorities such as enhancing discipleship, improving student retention, and managing educational costs to serve more students effectively. In alignment with its mission, BYU-Idaho seeks to innovate in curricular offerings and expand learning opportunities both on campus and online, ensuring its students are prepared for real-world challenges.brightspotcdn.byui.edu
Grants & funding (1)
Federal grant awards and open funding opportunities awarded to this institution.
Notable alumni of BYUI (15)
A curated list of alumni recognized for notable achievements across industries.
- Frank L. VanderSlootBusiness and finance
- Jeff BenedictEducators and scholars
- Kory KatseanesEducators and scholars
- Phillip McArthurEducators and scholars
- Benson BooneEntertainment and media
- Gregg HaleEntertainment and media
- Ryan HamiltonEntertainment and media
- Art RasconEntertainment and media
- Dean L. CameronGovernment, law, and public policy
- Danielle J. ForrestGovernment, law, and public policy
- Michael W. MosmanGovernment, law, and public policy
- Rulon GardnerSports
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