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Quick Stats

Student-Faculty Ratio 23:1
Full-Time Student Population 30,109
Part-Time Student Population 4,021
Full-Time Instructional Faculty 1,252
Part-Time Instructional Faculty 388
Total FT Faculty 1,283
Faculty with Terminal Degree 86%
Average Faculty Salary $93,868
Full-Time Retention Rate 84%
Part-Time Retention Rate 50%
Graduation Rate 79%
Programs/Majors Offered 194
Average Course Load 12-18 credits
Academic/Career Counseling? Yes
Remedial Services? No
Class Sizes
  • Fewer than 20 students: 47%
  • 20 to 49 students: 42%
  • 50 or more students: 11%

Student Author OverviewWhat's This?

BYU has top-caliber professors. There is no question that academics at BYU are important, and the administration strives to hire excellent teachers. It is not unusual to come across a professor that is a BYU alumnus. Most professors portray the impression that they have an investment in the success of their students and strive to be available to help students whenever possible. Professors’ teaching styles
do vary, and “shopping around” for a professor is not a bad idea.

The biggest complaint, especially in freshman classes,
is the enormous class size. However, there are always teaching assistants available, and the number of TAs usually compensates for the large class size. In other words, there is always help available; sometimes you just have to look harder for it. One way to avoid the large classes as an incoming freshman is to go the “freshman academy” route. This is a program where you take all your generals in smaller classes with the same kids. You also live with these same kids, however, so it can be stifling.

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Academics at Brigham Young University

morgan91

'13

Landscape Architecture

4.6
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Landscape Managment

Landscape programs vary. I love the one offered by BYU. In this program students are taught design, construction, and maintenance relating to both landscapes indoors and outdoors. We are able to work closely with the grounds department and the instructors are always friendly and willing to help in any way they can. The only thing I could wish differently is that there was a greater emphasis on design.

Feb 08, 2012

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Academics at Brigham Young University

nickretius

'16

Biology and Biological Sciences

4.6
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Great Science, Dance, and Religion

BYU has great research opportunities that I've noticed. The religious classes are very informative and the General Education program provides a good core before you enter into a major.

Feb 03, 2012

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audreymblds

'15

Dance

4.6
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Teachers Help

I am a dance major at Brigham Young University, and I feel very fulfilled in my major. The teachers answer all my questions and I can tell they care about my dancing goals.

Jan 22, 2012

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Facts

Instructional Programs Occupational: No
Academic: Yes
Continuing Professional: No
Recreational/Avocational: No
Adult Basic Remedial: No
Secondary (High School): No
Special Credit Opportunities Advanced Placement (AP) Credits: Yes
Dual Credit: Yes
Life Experience Credits: No
AP Test Score Requirements Possible credit for scores of 3, 4, or 5
IB Test Score Requirements Possible credit for scores of 5, 6, or 7
Undergraduate Schools/Divisions
  • College of Biology and Agriculture
  • College of Engineering and Technology
  • College of Family, Home, and Social Sciences
  • College of Fine Arts and Communications
  • College of Health and Human Performance
  • College of Humanities
  • College of Nursing
  • College of Physical and Mathematical Sciences
  • School of Education
Degrees Awarded
  • Bachelor's degree
  • Doctorate - Professional practice
  • Doctorate - Research/scholarship
  • Master's degree
  • Post-bachelor's certificate
Most Popular Majors
  • Business Administration and Management: 2%
  • Exercise Physiology: 2%
  • Family and Consumer Sciences/Human Sciences, General: 2%
  • Psychology: 2%
Special Study Options
  • Distance learning opportunities
  • Study abroad
  • Teacher certification (below the postsecondary level)
Best Places to Study
  • HBLL Library
  • Law Library
  • Traditions Lounge in the Wilk

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