At a glance
Average net price
$15,564
In-state, after aid
6-year graduation rate
81.0%
Admission rate
68%
Undergrad size
32,952
In-state tuition
$6,688
Out-of-state tuition
$6,688
Cost of attendance
$22,690
Median earnings (10y)
$75,790
Admissions
- SAT average
- 1,376
- ACT midpoint
- 29
- Retention
- 91.0%
- Locale
- City
Programs breakdown
25 program areas reported · Academic mix is led by stem (33%), social sciences (24%), humanities & arts (17%).
- STEM33%
- Health6%
- Business15%
- Humanities & arts17%
- Social sciences24%
- Trades & services5%
- Business15.1%~4,979 students/yr · BusinessCompare schools
- Biological sciences13.2%~4,356 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- Engineering8.1%~2,653 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- Computer science7.4%~2,448 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- Social sciences7.3%~2,399 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- Education6.2%~2,040 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- ~2,000 students/yr · HealthCompare schools
- Psychology5.5%~1,816 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- Communication5.3%~1,740 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~1,598 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~1,480 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- ~1,279 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- Mathematics2.8%~933 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~926 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- English1.4%~475 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- History1.4%~445 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~409 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- Agriculture0.9%~280 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- ~188 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- ~132 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- Liberal arts0.4%~122 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~109 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~102 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Military tech0.1%~23 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- Architecture0.1%~20 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
Share of all degrees and certificates awarded in each broad CIP-2 program area (U.S. Department of Education, latest reporting year). Estimated students/yr = share × undergrad size.
Specific majors offered
40 specific majors with reported completions. Earnings shown are median annual earnings 1 year after graduation; debt is median student-loan debt at graduation.
| Major | Credential | Grads | Median earnings | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Physiology, Pathology and Related Sciences. | Bachelor's | 608 | $20,739 | $13,000 |
| Human Development, Family Studies, and Related Services. | Bachelor's | 566 | $21,303 | $11,250 |
| Accounting and Related Services. | Bachelor's | 525 | $60,568 | $8,727 |
| Computer/Information Technology Administration and Management. | Bachelor's | 431 | $69,188 | $9,000 |
| Finance and Financial Management Services. | Bachelor's | 414 | $68,789 | $11,750 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Master's | 399 | $122,288 | — |
| Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication. | Bachelor's | 387 | $41,037 | $11,975 |
| Research and Experimental Psychology. | Bachelor's | 384 | — | — |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods. | Bachelor's | 369 | $36,102 | $13,385 |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas. | Bachelor's | 345 | $39,856 | $9,117 |
| Mechanical Engineering. | Bachelor's | 337 | $63,211 | $10,500 |
| Accounting and Related Services. | Master's | 333 | $63,706 | — |
| Computer Science. | Bachelor's | 318 | $82,667 | $12,000 |
| Economics. | Bachelor's | 304 | $57,448 | $11,000 |
| Public Health. | Bachelor's | 299 | $28,871 | $10,924 |
| Psychology, General. | Bachelor's | 292 | $24,482 | $11,000 |
| Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness. | Bachelor's | 264 | $24,435 | $9,281 |
| Political Science and Government. | Bachelor's | 261 | $41,028 | $11,745 |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Bachelor's | 256 | $50,600 | $7,830 |
| Ecology, Evolution, Systematics, and Population Biology. | Bachelor's | 255 | $30,637 | $10,459 |
| Statistics. | Bachelor's | 252 | $57,692 | $10,750 |
| Romance Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics. | Bachelor's | 242 | $35,254 | $13,219 |
| Neurobiology and Neurosciences. | Bachelor's | 237 | $21,255 | $13,978 |
| Law. | First professional | 232 | — | — |
| Parks, Recreation, and Leisure Studies. | Bachelor's | 228 | $42,900 | $12,000 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Bachelor's | 226 | $63,600 | $11,000 |
| English Language and Literature, General. | Bachelor's | 224 | $21,635 | $11,248 |
| Communication Disorders Sciences and Services. | Bachelor's | 200 | $25,153 | $11,974 |
| Microbiological Sciences and Immunology. | Bachelor's | 194 | $31,269 | $12,250 |
| Marketing. | Bachelor's | 189 | $56,416 | $10,500 |
| Computer/Information Technology Administration and Management. | Master's | 186 | — | — |
| History. | Bachelor's | 184 | $29,901 | $15,000 |
| Computer Engineering. | Bachelor's | 178 | $74,326 | $10,750 |
| Public Administration. | Master's | 177 | $49,503 | — |
| Biochemistry, Biophysics and Molecular Biology. | Bachelor's | 160 | $34,189 | $12,000 |
| Sociology. | Bachelor's | 158 | $40,751 | $14,000 |
| Communication and Media Studies. | Bachelor's | 152 | — | $22,530 |
| Civil Engineering. | Bachelor's | 147 | $60,309 | $9,370 |
| Design and Applied Arts. | Bachelor's | 145 | $39,924 | $13,000 |
| Journalism. | Bachelor's | 137 | $32,982 | $14,953 |
Source: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard Field of Study. Earnings cover graduates who received federal financial aid and are working / not enrolled. Cells marked "—" are not reported or were suppressed for privacy.
About Brigham Young University
Brigham Young University is a very large institution located in Provo, Utah, primarily awarding the bachelor's degree. It enrolls roughly 32,952 undergraduate students in a city setting. The most popular fields of study include Business, Biological sciences, Engineering.
Cost & tuition
The average net price at Brigham Young University — what a typical student actually pays after grants and scholarships — is $15,564 per year, which is moderately priced compared to other U.S. institutions. Published tuition is $6,688 per year before aid. Total cost of attendance, including housing, books, and living expenses, comes to about $22,690 annually.
Graduation & earnings outcomes
The 6-year graduation rate is 81.0%, a strong completion outcome. 91.0% of first-time students return for a second year, a useful proxy for student satisfaction and academic fit. Ten years after enrolling, the median graduate earns $75,790 per year according to U.S. Department of Education earnings tracking.
Programs & majors
Brigham Young University confers degrees and certificates across 25 broad program areas, with the largest concentrations of completions in Business, Biological sciences, Engineering. Grouped into wider academic categories, the mix is led by stem (33% of credentials), social sciences (24% of credentials), humanities & arts (17% of credentials), which gives a quick read on the school's overall academic profile. Use the programs breakdown below to see every reported area, an estimated number of students per program per year, and links to compare other U.S. colleges in the same field.
Admissions
Brigham Young University accepts 68% of applicants, making it moderately selective. Admitted students have an average SAT score around 1,376. The ACT midpoint for admitted students is roughly 29.
Location & campus
Set in Provo, Utah (city), Brigham Young University draws students from across Utah and beyond. Prospective students often weigh proximity, cost of living, and local industry demand when choosing between schools in this area.
Frequently asked questions about Brigham Young University
Q.How much does Brigham Young University cost?
The average net price at Brigham Young University is $15,564 per year after grants and scholarships, with total cost of attendance around $22,690.
Q.What is the graduation rate at Brigham Young University?
Brigham Young University has a 6-year graduation rate of 81.0% according to the latest U.S. Department of Education data.
Q.How hard is it to get into Brigham Young University?
Brigham Young University admits 68% of applicants, which is considered moderately selective.
Q.How much do Brigham Young University graduates earn?
Ten years after enrolling, the median Brigham Young University graduate earns $75,790 per year.
Q.What is tuition at Brigham Young University?
Published tuition is $6,688 in-state. Most students pay less than the sticker price after financial aid.
Q.Where is Brigham Young University located?
Brigham Young University is located in Provo, Utah (ZIP 84602).
Data on this page comes from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard and IPEDS, the federal sources colleges are required to report to. Net price, graduation rate, and earnings figures reflect the latest available federal release. Always verify current tuition and program availability directly with Brigham Young University at their official website.