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BYU Independent Study

What is BYU Independent Study?

We are a distance education program that offers almost 600 university, high school, junior high school and personal enrichment courses to people throughout the world. BYU is accredited as an institution by the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities (NWCCU). The BYU Independent Study High School Program is accredited by the Northwest Accreditation Commission (NWAC) and by the Distance Education and Training Council (DETC).

Courses can be taken through a paper/pencil version or an online version. The student studies the materials, submits lessons, takes a final exam with a proctor or at a testing center, and receives a course grade that can be transferred to the school of their choice.

Who can take these courses?

You can! You do not have to be a BYU student to take our courses. Our courses can be taken by anyone in the world anytime, anywhere!

Here’s a partial list of people who take our courses:

High school students needing to graduate early or on time
High school students taking college courses for dual credit at their high school and prospective college
College students taking courses that their institution does not offer
College students who have to work full time
Those who want to take a course to simply further their education
Those who were unable to finish college and would like to continue working toward their degree

Exception: College athletes from schools other than BYU are not allowed to enroll in BYU Independent Study university-level courses. This restriction applies to students who are currently eligible as well as those seeking eligibility to participate in any collegiate athletic program (e.g. NCAA, NAIA, NJCAA).

High school student athletes may enroll in any NCAA—approved high school-level courses.

How does it work?

Course credit is transferable to most educational institutions across the nation.
Students register for a course online and are mailed course materials the same day. The course is ready to begin immediately. After submitting all of the course assignments, students take a final exam with a certified proctor or testing center in their area.
After lessons and exams have been completed, a course completion notice or transcript will be sent to the educational institution the student has designated.
It is recommended that students check with their school or college before enrolling in a BYU Independent Study course.

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