Brigham Young University-Provo
Brigham Young University-Provo Review
Degree Overview
Check out the most popular majors and specific degrees students have earned at Brigham Young University-Provo.
*Sources for school statistics and data include the U.S. Department of Education's National Center for Education Statistics and the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System. Data may vary depending on school and academic year.
* Number of people in 2019 that graduated with this degree and study level
* Number of people in 2019 that graduated with this degree and study level
* Number of people in 2019 that graduated with this degree and study level
* Number of people in 2019 that graduated with this degree and study level
Accreditation Information
Specialized Institution Accreditations
Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics, Accreditation Council for Education in Nutrition and Dietetics
- Dietetics (DIETI) - Dietetic Internship
- Didactic Program in Dietetics
American Bar Association, Council of the Section of Legal Education and Admissions to the Bar
- Law (LAW) - Professional schools
American Psychological Association, Commission on Accreditation
- Clinical Psychology (CLPSY) - PhD Doctoral programs
- Counseling Psychology (COPSY) - PhD Doctoral programs
- Professional Psychology (IPSY) - Predoctoral internship programs (Counseling and Career Center)
American Speech-Language-Hearing Association, Council on Academic Accreditation in Audiology and Speech-Language Pathology
- Speech-Language Pathology (SLP) - Graduate degree programs
Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education
- Nursing (CNURED) - Nursing education programs at the baccalaureate degree levels
- Nursing (CNURED) - Nursing education programs at the graduate degree levels
Council on Education for Public Health
- Public Health Programs (PHPBG) - Baccalaureate and Graduate level programs offered outside a school of public health
Teacher Education Accreditation Council, Accreditation Committee
- Baccalaureate Teacher Education Accreditation Council (BTEAC) - Baccalaureate programs
* Source data obtained from U.S. Department of Education's Office of Post-secondary Education (OPE)
Alumni & Student Reviews
Career Preparation
What letter grade would you give your school on how well it prepares students for a career in the real world?
Based on 14 Reviews-
Alumni
Physics, Class of 2006I'm sure they have some of these things, but I have very little experience using them.
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Alumni
Psychology, Class of 1989Internships, senior seminars, placement program
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Alumni
Geology/Earth Science Teaching, Class of 1984Student teaching, field experience, presentations, writing.
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Alumni
Spanish, Class of 1993I use everything I learned in school. I Majored in Spanish and got a minor in Political Science. I am now in the law enforcement field at both the state and federal level. My current Group Supervisor was just one year ahead of me at School. We didn't know each other then but we had an immediate connection when he took over our group. Networking is huge in federal law enforcement and every office I visit has a BYU Alum it seems. I use my Spanish daily.
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Alumni
Recreation Management, Class of 1995Teachers that work in the real world, internships,
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Alumni
Computer Engineering, Class of 2015STEM fairs, lab equipment, etc.
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Alumni
Chemical Engineering, Class of 1987job placement center; strong academic environment; required religious studies
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Alumni
MS--Engineering, , Class of 1985How to apply the latest technology was the focus. They only had on campus interviews back then.
Students and Culture
What letter grade would you give the students/culture at your school?
Based on 14 Reviews-
Alumni
Anthropology, Class of 1993It was a religion school
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Alumni
Geology/Earth Science Teaching, Class of 1984Religious community. Conservative, intelligent, motivated, achievers.
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Alumni
Spanish, Class of 1993Unified, culturally diverse, religious, ethical, ready to serve, serious about education, as a group above average people because of their upbringing.
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Alumni
Recreation Management, Class of 1995A large Latter Day Saints faith base
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Alumni
Psychology, Class of 1988Typical of the population in the area
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Alumni
Rec mngt, Class of 2013Great. Surrounded by students who share your same faith and views
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Alumni
Humanities/Comparative Literature, Class of 1999Religious school, very clean cut.
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Alumni
Molecular Biology and Russian Language, Class of 2001Professional, education and service oriented
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Alumni
Chemical Engineering, Class of 1987High moral standards; academically inclined; service oriented
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Alumni
MS--Engineering, , Class of 1985If you can't cut it--go somewhere else. There are lots of activities sponsored by the university for students to participate in.
Facilities
What letter grade would you give the facilities at your school.
Based on 14 Reviews-
Alumni
Psychology, Class of 1989current, always up to date, big classrooms in underclassman classes, smaller classes for upperclassmen.
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Alumni
Geology/Earth Science Teaching, Class of 1984Clean, well equipped, advanced, accomodating.
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Alumni
Spanish, Class of 1993excellent, even though the dorms I live in were leveled. BYU creamery is the best.
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Alumni
Psychology, Class of 1988Typical classrooms, school is a satellite site
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Alumni
Humanities/Comparative Literature, Class of 1999Well maintained, clean, and up to date. Not always aesthetically pleasing.
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Alumni
Molecular Biology and Russian Language, Class of 2001The university is continuously being updated. Facilities are, for the most part, top notch.
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Alumni
Chemical Engineering, Class of 1987Good computer labs; adequate dorms; good dining halls; some good classrooms and some needing work.
Activities and Groups
What overall letter grade would you give the activities/groups at your school?
Based on 14 Reviews-
Alumni
Physics, Class of 2006I participated in very few groups at school, so I'm not exactly an expert here.
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Alumni
Psychology, Class of 1989I suppose that depends on what you like! I likes the sports, both watching and playing, but there are also plays, music, food, random activities,
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Alumni
Geology/Earth Science Teaching, Class of 1984Lots of volunteer opportunities, church group activities involving social gatherings and community volunteering, outdoor activities like biking, canooing, snow skiing, hiking.
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Alumni
Spanish, Class of 1993BYU football. Intramural sports. We don't drink or use drugs so we remember the parties we go to. My friends and I skied a lot at Sundance
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Alumni
Rec mngt, Class of 2013Clubs, byu creamery ice cream
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Alumni
Humanities/Comparative Literature, Class of 1999Music groups were popular. A comedy team had many fans. Sports were big.
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Alumni
Computer Engineering, Class of 2015Hundreds of clubs to be part of
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Alumni
Molecular Biology and Russian Language, Class of 2001Ballroom dance classes, intramural sports, hiking the Y
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Alumni
Chemical Engineering, Class of 1987Most students are organized in religious congregations that support the social environment.
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Alumni
MS--Engineering, , Class of 1985Lots of dances all year long. Lots of plays, concerts, art shows. A lot of service activities also.
Questions & Answers
“ Who are the notable alumni? ”
1 Answer-
Stephenie Meyer, author of the best-selling Twilight series, graduated from BYU in 1997 with a degree in English. Other famous attendees include Napoleon Dynamite himself Jon Heder, Gymboree CEO Matthew K. McCauley, pro basketball player Danny Ainge, Ender’s Game author Orson Scott Card, actor Aaron Eckhart, and Jeopardy champion Ken Jennings. Graduate Mitt Romney became the first Mormon to be a major political party’s presidential nominee when the Republicans chose him to run against Barack Obama in 2012.
“ What is the campus setting like? ”
1 Answer-
If you like to connect with nature and breathe in outdoor air, BYU might be your place. The 557-acre campus rests at the base of the Wasatch Mountains in Provo, Utah. Besides majestic views, you’ll also discover a top-notch performing arts center, one of the largest art museums in the Western United States, and an impressive range of athletic facilities for serious athletes and weekend warriors alike. What you won’t find at BYU—a Greek system, alcohol, or tobacco. Student life centers on religion, and an honor code supports values and conduct in line with the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.
“ What are the online learning and extension/adult learning opportunities? ”
1 Answer-
Five hundred fifty (and counting!) course offerings provide a range of educational possibilities. BYU even has high school completion for students who have difficulties maintaining attendance in a traditional environment due to circumstances such as travel or illness. At the collegiate level, current BYU students can earn up to 36 semester hours toward their bachelor’s degree through independent/online study. Former students wishing to finish up their BYU degree can pursue a bachelor of general studies with a concentration in American studies, English, family life, history, management, or psychology.
“ What are the athletic highlights? ”
1 Answer-
BYU last took home a national championship in football in 1984. But plenty of Cougars have been drafted by the NFL over the years, including Super Bowl XXIX MVP Steve Young. Two of the most successful teams in recent years have been men’s volleyball and women’s cross country. An extensive intramural program draws an impressive 25,000 students to sports such as kickball, inner-tube water polo, and dodgeball.
“ What are the school's academic highlights? ”
1 Answer-
The institution’s self-professed goal is “to develop students of faith, intellect, and character who have the skills and the desire to continue learning and to serve others throughout their lives.” Since many students go on missions or perform other work on a global level, BYU has excelled in making in language education a priority. BYU also has received national recognition for its accounting program. Regardless of major, students take religious classes known as “doctrinal foundations.”