With over 100 years of proven expertise, BYU Independent Study has made it possible for students everywhere to earn course credits—anytime and anywhere—at an outstanding price.
Who can take BYU Independent Study?
Current and Prospective Students. All students—whether they are enrolled in an undergraduate school or not—can take BYU Independent Study courses and earn transferable credits anytime and anywhere.
Do Colleges accept BYU Independent Study?
BYU Independent Study is a UC-approved private high school. Credits earned through BYU Independent Study high school courses are accepted at all University of California schools, all California State University schools, and nearly every other university and college in the United States.
How do I get BYU Independent Study?
Access your course through our website using your BYU Net ID (username) and password. If you you don’t have a Net ID, select My Account and then Create Account. Become familiar with the course policies and deadlines outlined on our website and any unique policies and requirements listed in your course syllabus.
Can you start independent study?
Independent study is open to any student in transitional kindergarten through 12th grade.
Is BYU Independent Study hard?
It is a DIFFICULT, UNCOMPREHENSIBLE, UNHELPFUL program. It burns your interest out because of the horrible teaching and assignments. If you are looking to skip courses, or take courses over the summer, DO NOT USE IT. IT IS TERRIBLE, TERRIBLE, TERRIBLE, JUST TERRIBLE.
How fast can you finish BYU Independent Study?
one year
Students can enroll at any time and finish as soon as a week and up to one year. Since distance courses are self-paced, it requires students to be responsible and self-motivated.
Is BYU Independent Study a high school?
editorial. BYU Independent Study High School is a private school located in PROVO, UT. It has 41,370 students in grades 9-12.
What is the meaning of independent study?
Definition of independent study
: a course of study done by a student without an instructor or with help from an instructor but not as part of an organized class She is doing an independent study in Art History this semester.
Is BYU online high school accredited?
Information about application, enrollment, and courses is available at highschool.byu.edu . BYU Independent Study is fully accredited by Cognia (formerly AdvanceED) and the Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Elementary and Secondary Schools.
What percent of BYU is Mormon?
Of the 33,000 students at Brigham Young University, over 98 percent are members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.
Is BYU Independent Study dual enrollment?
Independent Study University
Additionally, high school students don’t have to wait for graduation—after they verify course transferability, dual enrollment is just a few clicks away. Credits earned in our 200+ accredited university courses can transfer to BYU and almost all other U.S. schools.
Do you have to be Mormon to go to BYU?
At Brigham Young University, the Provo, Utah-based Mormon superschool that boasts a network of satellite campuses, impressive national rankings, and educates many LDS members, students are free to enroll as members of any faith, or even of none.
What are the requirements for independent study?
What Are the Requirements for Independent Study?
- Specific Academic Level or Number of Credits: Some schools require students to complete their first and second years of college before pursuing independent study.
- Minimum Cumulative GPA: Cumulative GPA requirements range from 2.0 to 3.0.
Is independent study a good option?
Independent study can be a great option for some pupils; however, it may not be the right option for every pupil who is not thriving in a regular classroom setting. Some pupils might be better served in an educational option that is classroom-based and offers a smaller learning environment and more individualization.
How do I ask my professor for an independent study?
if asking for a research opportunity:
- state specifically your interest in that research group (you need to read the professor’s website)
- explain why research is important for your goals.
- ask to schedule a meeting or say that you will be coming to office hours.
Can you do BYU online?
Whether you’re traveling for the semester or looking for a more flexible class schedule, BYU Online is the perfect option. Take a blended course with a scheduled meeting time or attend class completely online. All of our courses are semester-based, so you’ll be on track with the BYU schedule.
What does UC approved mean?
What does UC-approved mean? The California public university system has designated which of our classes they will accept as satisfying their “subject requirements” for admission. These subject requirements demonstrate that the student is prepared for the rigors of college work at the UC/CSU campuses.
How do I send my BYU Independent transcript to colleges?
Transcripts can be ordered as an electronic copy or paper copy to be mailed. Transcript questions can be sent to [email protected]; please be sure to include Net ID information when emailing questions.
How long does a BYU course take?
12 months
Students have 12 months to complete a course. Because a majority of BYU Independent Study courses are asynchronous, the speed with which a student moves through the material is entirely dependent upon the student’s ability to master the content.
Does BYU use canvas?
Canvas is a Learning Management System used by all BYU Online™ courses and some BYU Faculty.
