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Merit-based scholarships for strong academic performance.
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Need-based aid for students overcoming financial barriers.
Talent Scholarships
Scholarships for students with talent in arts or performance.
Returned Missionary Scholarships
For missionaries enrolling within a year of returning home.
University Grants
Grants for internships or student teaching based on need.
Federal Aid
Federal Student Loans
Low-interest federal loans that must be repaid after school.
Pell Grants
Federal grants for students with demonstrated financial need.
Other Aid
Idaho State Aid
Scholarships and grants for eligible Idaho residents.
Private Scholarships
Find and apply for external scholarships from other sources.
All Other Aid
Explore additional aid like VA benefits and private loans.
Applying for Aid
FAFSA® Overview
Everything you need to know about FAFSA®, how to fill out the application, troubleshoot, and monitor your status.
Dates & Deadlines
Everything you need to know about FAFSA®, how to fill out the application, troubleshoot, and monitor your status.
Help with Applying for Aid
Get help with answers to more in-depth questions about applying for financial aid.
It Starts with FAFSA®
Don’t miss out on the opportunity to receive financial assistance for your education.
Apply for FAFSA®
Receiving Money
Expenses
Tuition & Expenses
Review tuition costs and related expenses to better understand the total cost of attendance at BYU-Idaho.
Net Price Calculator
Calculate your expected cost after scholarships and aid with the Net Price Calculator.
Disbursement
Check Your Scholarship Status
Be informed and stay on top of academic deadlines such as semester dates, FAFSA® applications, and more.
Distribution
Financial Aid Portal
Students must review and accept financial aid through the Financial Aid Portal
Payments and Refunds
Discover payment options for tuition and other charges, and find out how/when you can get refunds.
Federal Financial Aid Authorization (FFAA)
Authorize BYU-Idaho to use your aid to pay for books, health insurance, parking, and other fees.
Staying Eligible
Program Applicability
Learn which academic programs are eligible for federal, state, and institutional financial aid.
Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP)
Understand the academic standards you must meet to remain eligible for financial aid.
Financial Aid Determination Date (FADD)
Review how enrollment timing affects financial aid eligibility and award calculations.
Student Consumer Information
Access required disclosures and consumer information for current and prospective students.
Dropping Classes
Learn how dropping classes may impact your financial aid and required returns.
Staying Eligible
Learn what’s required to maintain your financial aid eligibility while attending BYU-Idaho.
Staying Eligible
FAQs
Resources
Deferring Financial Aid
Deferring enrollment at BYU-Idaho can significantly impact your financial aid. It's crucial to understand the rules on deferment.
Program Applicability
Use this tool to see if the courses you're enrolled in qualify for financial aid.
Tuition/GRE/Praxis Waivers
Learn how tuition, GRE, and Praxis waivers work and who may be eligible to receive them.
Financial Aid FAQs
Find answers to common questions about financial aid policies, processes, and eligibility.
Financial Aid FAQs
myBYUI
Directories
A-Z Index
Give
Financial Aid
Financial Aid Portal
Exploring Financial Aid
BYU-Idaho Aid
Academic Scholarships
Merit-based scholarships for strong academic performance.
Need-Based Scholarships
Need-based aid for students overcoming financial barriers.
Talent Scholarships
Scholarships for students with talent in arts or performance.
Returned Missionary Scholarships
For missionaries enrolling within a year of returning home.
University Grants
Grants for internships or student teaching based on need.
Federal Aid
Federal Student Loans
Low-interest federal loans that must be repaid after school.
Pell Grants
Federal grants for students with demonstrated financial need.
Other Aid
Idaho State Aid
Scholarships and grants for eligible Idaho residents.
Private Scholarships
Find and apply for external scholarships from other sources.
All Other Aid
Explore additional aid like VA benefits and private loans.
Applying for Aid
FAFSA® Overview
Everything you need to know about FAFSA®, how to fill out the application, troubleshoot, and monitor your status.
Dates & Deadlines
Everything you need to know about FAFSA®, how to fill out the application, troubleshoot, and monitor your status.
Help with Applying for Aid
Get help with answers to more in-depth questions about applying for financial aid.
It Starts with FAFSA®
Don’t miss out on the opportunity to receive financial assistance for your education.
Apply for FAFSA®
Receiving Money
Expenses
Tuition & Expenses
Review tuition costs and related expenses to better understand the total cost of attendance at BYU-Idaho.
Net Price Calculator
Calculate your expected cost after scholarships and aid with the Net Price Calculator.
Disbursement
Check Your Scholarship Status
Be informed and stay on top of academic deadlines such as semester dates, FAFSA® applications, and more.
Distribution
Financial Aid Portal
Students must review and accept financial aid through the Financial Aid Portal
Payments and Refunds
Discover payment options for tuition and other charges, and find out how/when you can get refunds.
Federal Financial Aid Authorization (FFAA)
Authorize BYU-Idaho to use your aid to pay for books, health insurance, parking, and other fees.
Staying Eligible
Program Applicability
Learn which academic programs are eligible for federal, state, and institutional financial aid.
Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP)
Understand the academic standards you must meet to remain eligible for financial aid.
Financial Aid Determination Date (FADD)
Review how enrollment timing affects financial aid eligibility and award calculations.
Student Consumer Information
Access required disclosures and consumer information for current and prospective students.
Dropping Classes
Learn how dropping classes may impact your financial aid and required returns.
Staying Eligible
Learn what’s required to maintain your financial aid eligibility while attending BYU-Idaho.
Staying Eligible
FAQs
Resources
Deferring Financial Aid
Deferring enrollment at BYU-Idaho can significantly impact your financial aid. It's crucial to understand the rules on deferment.
Program Applicability
Use this tool to see if the courses you're enrolled in qualify for financial aid.
Tuition/GRE/Praxis Waivers
Learn how tuition, GRE, and Praxis waivers work and who may be eligible to receive them.
Financial Aid FAQs
Find answers to common questions about financial aid policies, processes, and eligibility.
Financial Aid FAQs
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Your Step-by-Step Guide
Explore Financial Aid
Learn more about scholarships, grants, and loans available to students.
Step 1
Applying For Aid
Learn about FAFSA® and other financial aid application requirements.
Step 2
Receiving Money
Learn how and when financial aid is disbursed and how to get it where you need it.
Step 3
Staying Eligible
Receiving your funds is not the last step- learn how to keep your aid and avoid fees.
Step 4
BYU-Idaho Scholarships
Academic Scholarships
For all students, based on academic merit.
Need-Based Scholarships
For incoming and current students, need-based, FAFSA® required.
Talent Scholarships
Based on talent, department application required.
Missionary Scholarships
For returned missionaries, one-time scholarship of $1,000.
Scholarship Overview
Contact the Financial Aid Office
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It Starts with FAFSA®
Every year, students at BYU-Idaho receive thousands of dollars in Federal Student Aid. Don’t miss out on the opportunity to receive financial assistance for your education.
FAFSA® Overview
Dates & Deadlines
Jan. 29
FINANCIAL AID DETERMINATION DATE (FADD)
Mar. 1
SPRING BYU-IDAHO FAFSA® PRIORITY DEADLINE
Dec. 1
WINTER BYU-IDAHO FAFSA® PRIORITY DEADLINE
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You can get your dream job with a BYU-Idaho education and with less debt. Compare the range of expenses a student, living on or off-campus, may incur.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can I get Federal Student Aid for all three semesters or even during my off-track?
August 06, 2025 09:27 AM
Yes. You can receive Pell Grants and Federal Loans for all three semesters at BYU-Idaho, including during your off-track session. You may need to adjust the academic year settings in your Financial Ai...
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Can I get more money if I'm married?
December 17, 2025 01:50 PM
I am getting married — can I update my FAFSA? Recently Married — what do I do about FAFSA?
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How many credits do I need to get financial aid?
August 06, 2025 09:24 AM
It depends on the type of aid you are trying to receive and your eligibility for that aid. Pell Grants can often be received for even one Program Applicable credit. This chart shows the amount of Pell...
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What scholarships are available at BYUI?
July 23, 2025 02:32 PM
Thanks to generous donors, BYU-Idaho is able to offer a variety of scholarships to incoming and current students. Academic, Need-based, Returned Missionary, Talent Scholarships, Internship Grants, and...
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