University Course Scholarships

Course scholarships awarded monthly
Full and partial course scholarships available
Apply prior to purchasing the course

Available scholarships

Financial Need Course Scholarships

We offer course scholarships to aid students who have financial need.

Requirements

Be 18 years of age or older
Demonstrate financial need in a written format
Have at least a 2.7 cumulative grade point average (GPA)
Provide college or high school grades on a transcript for all schools attended since ninth grade
Be a U.S. citizen, permanent resident, or tax resident, OR be an international student residing outside of the U.S. or U.S. territories

Apply for Financial Need Course Scholarship

Mabel Brown Disability Course Scholarship

We offer course scholarships to students with disabilities.

Requirements:

Be 18 years of age or older
Are single (not married)
Have a least a 2.7 cumulative grade point average (GPA)
Have a chronic physical impairment, disability, or medical condition, limitation, or illness
Be a U.S. citizen, permanent resident, or tax resident, OR be an international student residing outside of the U.S. or U.S. territories

Apply for Mabel Brown Disability Course Scholarship

Other scholarships are available on a limited basis, contact cescholarships@byu.edu.

Key criteria that impact consideration:

Show experience taking independent educational courses
Complete application with the required information
Write succinctly and clearly on your application
If a partial scholarship is awarded, the student is responsible to pay for the remaining portion of the course purchase
Once a scholarship is awarded, withdrawal from the course redeemed with a scholarship result in forfeiture of funds and no refund or voucher will be available

Common reasons for not receiving scholarships:

Not following directions properly to submit the application
Not submitting all parts of the application and transcripts to our office in time to meet the deadline
Not meeting the GPA requirements

Students are not eligible for course scholarships if they are:

Enrolled in the BYU Bachelor of General Studies (BGS) program, which offers financial aid to its students
A recipient of a BYU Independent Study Scholarship within the past year*

Reapplication policy:

Financial Need Course Scholarship recipients are eligible to reapply one year after the previous scholarship’s award date. This policy also applies to expired and unused scholarships that were awarded.

*Mabel Brown Disability Course Scholarship recipients are eligible to reapply four months after the previous scholarship's award date. Before reapplying, the awarded course must be completed, expired, unused, or withdrawn.

Financial aid:

BYU Independent Study does not give or accept federal financial aid. The program delivers a flexible alternative for students by offering open enrollment, self-paced, year-long courses resulting in credit that can be transferred to many institutions. Because of this unique format, we are unable to declare full or part-time student enrollment status and attendance. As a result, we are unable to sign any of the following:

Consortium Agreements
Student Loan Deferment Forms
FAFSA Form
State Verification of Enrollment and Attendance Forms (including for driver’s license applications)
Form I-20 Certificate of Eligibility for Non migrant Student Status
Social Security Administration Forms (requesting enrollment and class attendance information)
Any other form requiring declaration of part or full-time student enrollment status or attendance

Please use discretion when enrolling to confirm that our courses will fit your unique needs. For questions regarding military or veterans educational services, please contact Customer Support at 801-422-2868 or indstudy@byu.edu.

What past recipients have to say

Sara W.

University student

Thanks to a partial scholarship [from BYU IS], I’ve been able to pursue a refresher class that allowed me to return to school, allowing me to reach my academic goals without barriers, and for that support, I am quite appreciative.

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Roger S.

University Student

Receiving the Academic Needs Scholarship from BYU Independent Study has allowed me to finish my degree—something I never thought would be possible. The support lifted a tremendous burden and gave me the motivation to keep going. I am eternally grateful for this opportunity.

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Luca M.

University Student

Your generosity goes beyond funding my education; it has opened doors to a brighter future for me and my family. I come from a background where higher education was a distant dream for many. With your support, I am poised to become the first in my family to graduate college, breaking the cycle of limited opportunities that have persisted for generations.

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High School Course Scholarships

Scholarships awarded weekly
Full and partial scholarships available
Apply for scholarships prior to purchasing courses

Only educators may apply on behalf of the student.

Apply for High School Course Scholarships*

*Educator login required

Financial needs course scholarship

We offer course scholarships to aid students who have financial need. If you are a student or parent, please contact your educator or counselor.

Requirements

Financial need must be demonstrated in writing.
Student needs a BYU account (Net ID) and must be associated with the educator’s school. (Create Net ID).

It is helpful, but not required, to indicate on the application any amount the student is able to contribute toward the cost of the course.

Apply for High School Course Scholarship*

*Educator login required

How to apply

What you need before applying

You'll need the following to complete the application form: 

Course title (for a list of courses, visit the Course Catalog)
Student Net ID (Create Net ID)
Both the student and the educator Net IDs must be connected to the same school; enter your Academic Institution to connect
Student’s full name
Student’s correct email address
Student’s GPA
Student’s financial need explanation
Educator’s recommendation for student

Scholarship recipient information

Award notification: If you’re awarded a scholarship you’ll receive an email with how to enroll in the desired course.
Partial scholarships: If a partial scholarship is awarded, the student is responsible to pay for the remaining portion of the course purchase; we do not invoice the school.
Forfeiture: Once a scholarship is awarded, withdrawal from a course redeemed with a scholarship will result in forfeiture of funds and no refund or voucher will be available.

What past recipients have to say

Danielle M.

School Counselor

BYU is my first recommendation for students for online learning because of its accessibility and time flexibility. I appreciate your willingness to support students who wouldn’t otherwise be able to take this class.

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Derek C.

School Counselor

Thank you for all the resources and opportunities you provide our students—it is greatly appreciated! BYU Independent Study has been such a valuable partner in helping us meet diverse student needs. The flexible course options, high-quality curriculum, and ongoing support make it possible for students to stay on track toward graduation and even get ahead. We’re truly grateful for the difference this program makes in helping students reach their goals.

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Lora J.

School Counselor

BYU Independent Study’s scholarship has not only lightened the financial burden for our family but has also brightened the future of my daughter, and for this gift, we are quite thankful.

Still have questions?

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(800) 914-8931

Scholarships Designed for Homeschool Parents

Core and advanced learning courses
Credit toward a portfolio transcript
Eligibility based on family or student need

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Scholarships Awarded Every Month

BYU Independent Study offers monthly scholarships to help homeschool families cover the cost of their student's learning journey. The financial award will cover one enrollment in a high school course; the curriculum is not designed to be shared with co-ops or homeschool pods. Parents should apply for a scholarship based on family needs and student circumstances.

Apply for this month’s scholarship.

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How to Redeem a Homeschool Scholarship?

Once awarded you will be given a code to redeem the course through the online catalog. Follow the steps to complete the purchase process. Your child can immediately begin coursework and will have up to a year to complete the course. When finished, they will receive a transcript and credit for the course that can be applied toward high school graduation.

Have a redemption code? Find your course now.

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FAQs

Do you need a specific GPA to participate?

No, homeschool scholarships are awarded based on a family’s financial need and not on a student’s academic performance.

Can the scholarship be applied retroactively to previous enrollments?

No, the awarded scholarship is intended for new BYU Independent Study enrollments; past enrollments cannot be refunded or reimbursed.

What can I receive from an awarded scholarship?

You can purchase any high school course currently offered in the catalog. If you desire college-level curriculum, the awarded scholarship may be applied toward the university course.

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If you’re a family that travels due to work or lifestyle choices our courses enable you to learn from anywhere at your own pace.

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Enhanced teacher involvement includes responsive feedback, quicker grading, virtual office hours, and timely communications.

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Interactive math and science tools

Built-in equation accessibility and videos help explain difficult concepts. Ungraded self-checks precede graded quizzes and exams. Students work with materials and follow instructions in virtual science labs that give an experience similar to in-person labs.

Guided notes

Students download a template and take specific, guided notes as they study a unit of content. These graded assignments prepare students for quizzes and exams.

Enriched student experience

Interactive course content

Interactive visuals (e.g., matching games and flashcards) engage students.
Videos with transcripts help students understand and remember key concepts.
Built-in course assignments, games, and other activities make learning fun.

Personalized learning options

Some assignments, quizzes, and exams offer students more flexibility to demonstrate topic mastery, by allowing a personal choice of

writing an essay
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creating a multimedia presentation

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Students can better plan their learning because each lesson includes a list of detailed learning outcomes, activities, and time estimates to complete the lesson.

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Students need strong opportunities to develop both real-world skills and soft skills to remember what they have learned.

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Attributes

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All new BYU Independent Study courses are now designed with these mastery opportunities.

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Helping students graduate, on your schedule

Let BYU Independent Study support your homeschool efforts to teach core subjects to your teenagers while instilling values and enriching characteristics.

Add more variety to your home curriculum

Our online courses are a great way to bolster your at-home curriculum. Here are some common subjects:

Advanced Placement Courses
World Languages
Career Technical Education
Mathematics
Science

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Earn high school and college credit from the same course

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BYU Independent Study provides a wide range of middle school courses designed to cater to students’ educational requirements, equipping them to transition to high school, regardless of whether they opt for in-person, hybrid, or online schooling.

Helping you graduate, on your schedule

English Language Arts

Students enhance their communication skills through reading age-appropriate works of fiction and nonfiction, developing their vocabulary, analyzing literature, and practicing various writing strategies such as research papers, persuasive writing, and other genres.

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Mathematics

Our middle school math courses encourage students to develop problem-solving abilities and mathematical proficiency, introducing them to mathematical concepts like functions and integers, exponents, and basic geometry as preparation for high school math courses.

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Science

Middle school science courses introduce students to foundational scientific concepts within the realms of biology, human body systems, earth sciences, chemistry, and physics—all in relation to real life and as preparation for higher-level science learning.

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History and Social Science

Seventh- and eighth-grade social science courses include survey courses on World History and four courses on United States History, from origins through recent times.

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Middle School Electives

Beyond taking middle school–level courses, students may also take high school courses for core and elective credits.

Health and Physical Education
World Languages
Music
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Enroll in our online courses when you want to get school credit for a course your school does not offer. Here are some common examples.

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International Scholarships for University Courses

Students outside the U.S. can also receive financial aid to reduce BYU Independent Study costs for university courses; apply now for a scholarship.

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