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We are always looking to add employees to our team at BYU Continuing Education. Join a group of individuals passionate about their roles and learn alongside talented professionals. Review the opportunities and apply today!
Are you an excellent educator or course author who understands how to write to a world audience? Join us as an independent contractor to write courses for BYU High School and Middle School!
Are you a high school teacher looking for a way to share your knowledge, increase your income, and influence others? If so, then join our part-time teaching faculty. BYU Independent Study is looking for enthusiastic, licensed teachers interested in working after hours with a vast online student body (grades 7–12). The qualifications we seek include a Utah or Idaho professional/Associate level teaching license, endorsements in your subjects, and an agreement to abide by the BYU Honor Code.
Are you interested in being a counselor at FSY? Wondering if you can work at BYU Education Week? We also need current BYU students for part-time positions within our Student Success Center, customer support, and other areas. Find positions through our job center.
State Authorization Reciprocity Agreements (SARA)
BYU is an approved institutional participant of the State Authorization Reciprocity Agreements (SARA). SARA is a voluntary, regional approach to state oversight of postsecondary distance learning. Participation in SARA allows BYU to offer online courses to students in the U.S. jurisdictions that have adopted SARA, including 49 states and the District of Columbia. California, the only state that currently does not participate in SARA, does not regulate distance learning by out-of-state institutions if the out-of-state institution’s activities within the state do not constitute “physical presence.” Because BYU’s distance learning offerings do not create a physical presence in California, BYU is not subject to California’s state authorization requirements. As a result, BYU is authorized to offer distance learning courses to students in all 50 states and the District of Columbia.
Student Accommodation Requests, Complaints, Concerns, and Petitions
If you would like to request an accommodation, or if you have a complaint, concern, or petition, we want to help. Students taking BYU Independent Study courses or participating in BYU Online High School may file an accommodation request or a complaint, concern, or petition with BYU Continuing Education using the links below.
How to Request an Accommodation or File a Complaint, Concern, or Petition
Most questions, concerns, or complaints can be answered by our customer support department which you can contact by phone toll-free at 1-800-914-8931 or 801-422-2868, or by email at indstudy@byu.edu. You may also contact us regarding specific issues:
What Happens When an Accommodation Request or a Complaint, Concern, or Petition is Filed
We will acknowledge receipt of your email or filing within two working days. All requests, complaints, and concerns are reviewed to determine the appropriate Continuing Education action and response. We may contact you for further information, or we may take steps to address your request or concern and then contact you.
Continuing Education has an appeal process you can use if you are not satisfied with our response to your accommodation request or to your complaint, concern, or petition. You will be provided appeal information along with the initial resolution. If in any event you find appeal information inadequate, please email us at ce-compliance@byu.edu.
Complaints from Students in SARA Jurisdictions
Students residing in a SARA jurisdiction may file a complaint with the Utah System of Higher Education (USHE), Utah’s SARA portal agency, following the instructions outlined on USHE's website. Students also may file a complaint with their home jurisdiction’s SARA portal agency, using the current contact information available on the SARA States & Institutions webpage.
Complaints from Students in California
Students residing in California may file a complaint at the California Bureau for Private Postsecondary Education Complaints webpage.
Accreditation Complaints
Students who wish to file a complaint with BYU’s accreditation organization may contact the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities.
Compliance Hotline
BYU has a campus-wide Compliance Hotline. Students are encouraged to use the Compliance Hotline to submit reports of noncompliance with institution policy or procedure, or with federal, state, or local laws or regulations.
Expand your course offerings with BYU Independent Study while meeting state
funding requirements and earning reimbursement
Mastery-based core courses are exclusive to students who have failed a course.
$99 per course
120 days to complete all coursework
Courses are self-paced
Register any time
Our Credit Recovery courses teach only the remaining learning objectives you need to master by identifying what you already know through simple pretests. Based on the pretest the course is tailored to focus on the areas you need to learn.
Say goodbye to redundant lessons and get back on track with our Credit Recovery Program!
120 days from the day of enrollment to complete all coursework
Ability to sign up for more than one course
Must pass the final exam to receive credit for the course
Exclusive to students who have failed a course
Courses appear as credit recovery on transcript
Courses are not NCAA-approved
School Counselor
BYU Independent Study was a blessing for our family. Our kid stumbled in a traditional class, but this online credit recovery option gave him a second chance to shine and graduate.
School Counselor
BYU’s online courses were a lifesaver. I failed a class last winter, but their credit recovery option let me redo it on my terms and still walk the stage with my friends.
School Counselor
Seeing students turn their academic journey around with BYU Independent Study is incredibly rewarding. It’s a practical, flexible option that really works for those who’ve hit a bump in the road.
Talk to your school counselor to confirm that your school will accept our Credit Recovery course(s).
Most schools we’ve worked with accept our courses because of our accreditation.
Algebra
Pre-Algebra
Secondary Mathematics
Geometry
Biology
Chemistry
Earth Science
9th Grade English
10th Grade English
11th Grade English
12th Grade English
World Geography
Applied American (U.S) Government and Citizenship
U.S. History
100+ UC-approved high school courses
BYU Independent Study is a UC-approved private high school. Credits earned are accepted at all UC schools, California State University schools, and nearly every other university and college in the United States.
(11 of them by end of junior year)
You need to complete a minimum of 15 college-preparatory courses (A–G courses) with a letter grade of C or better. For courses completed during Winter 2020 through Summer 2021, UC will also accept a grade of CR (credit) and P (pass). You must complete at least 11 of these courses prior to the beginning of your last year of high school.
These are the 15 categories:
| a. | History | 2 years |
| b. | English | 4 years |
| c. | Mathematics | 3 years |
| d. | Science | 2 years |
| e. | Language other than English*or equivalent to the 2nd level of high school instruction |
2 years |
| f. | Visual and performing arts | 1 year |
| g. | College-preparatory elective (chosen from the subjects listed above or another course approved by the university) |
1 year |
Free advanced courses for Idaho students
Over 60 courses approved for overload funding
Students can complete courses at their own pace
School/District managed via Purchase Order Account
Follow these steps to complete a purchase:
Student managed
Follow these steps to complete a purchase:
Are your students eager to go the extra mile? Idaho’s Advanced Opportunities (AO) program offers students a way to get ahead and take advanced courses at no cost to the student’s family. If students graduate early they may qualify for an Early Graduation Scholarship for use within the Idaho Public Colleges and Universities. BYU Independent Study (BYU IS) is an approved provider of overload courses and has served hundreds of Idaho students over the past six years.
Idaho students with a full credit load are eligible for state-funded overload courses. As an Advanced Opportunities-approved provider, BYU Independent Study offers 60+ online high school and middle school-level courses that qualify for overload funding. Homeschool students who are dually enrolled in Idaho public schools may also be eligible for state-funded overload courses. By taking overload courses and accelerating their education, students can explore career opportunities, graduate early, and qualify for state scholarship opportunities.
Students who enroll in a BYU IS course benefit from the freedom to complete a semester course at their own pace and with the help of friendly support staff.
BYU Independent Study offers many AO courses taught by Idaho-certified high school teachers. The list of approved BYU IS courses is posted below and include the following:
Resources to help with your student’s online education
Through counselors and educator nominations, high school students can receive free courses based on needs, merit, or recommendation.
If you have a financial need we have scholarships to help cover the full cost of a course.
Educators can recommend students they feel would benefit from a scholarship.
100+ NCAA-approved high school courses
Fulfilling your course requirements for Division I and Division II eligibility doesn’t have to be a hassle.
We understand the unique challenges student-athletes face. That's why we offer a flexible online learning platform that allows you to take NCAA-approved high school courses at any time, fitting seamlessly into your busy training and competition schedule. Take control of your education and pave the way for a bright future, both on and off the field.
Access courses whenever and wherever it suits you. No more missed classes or falling behind due to sports commitments.
You have 3–12 months to complete a course, ensuring a perfect balance between academics and athletics.
Dynamic course content is designed to keep you motivated and inspired. Our platform makes learning enjoyable and effective
while you’re on the go.
We offer free tutoring to help you master challenging concepts and stay ahead in your studies.
Interactive tools and explanatory videos help break down difficult concepts and retention, while guided notes help prepare you for quizzes and exams.
Complete 16 core courses using pass/fail grades:
Additional Courses
Complete 16 core courses using pass/fail grades:
Additional Courses
A course model that develops college and career readiness.
Improved knowledge retention
Academic excellence
21st-century skills
Character development
Enhanced Employability | Personal Growth | Preparation for Higher Education
Courses are designed to challenge students by having them apply concepts in a way they may need in the real world. Challenging students to use new skills while learning improves knowledge retention. The success of our students is essential to us, and our students agree.
Gain mastery of a subject while using innovative methods to ensure retention.
While mastering a subject, you are tasked with a myriad of real-world challenges that enable you to learn new skills in the areas of collaboration, communication, creativity, and critical thinking.
These skills are essential to excel outside of the classroom.
Attributes are soft skills that improve social and emotional learning.
Our courses include deep questions and challenge students to apply knowledge in ways that help students become more emotionally resilient and prosperous—personally and professionally.
Based on course performance, students can earn Skill Credentials that they can share as digital badges on job applications, resumes, and social media channels to verify of gained proficiencies. These Skill Credentials help our students stand out among their peers.
Each course has a badge representing a skill and attribute that students can earn.
To earn credentials, students opt in and complete challenges in addition to their regular coursework.
For example, in the 9th-grade world geography course, students can earn the respect attribute and communications skill by presenting to a family member something they admire about another culture.
Skills and attribute credentials offer tangible evidence of capabilities to colleges and employers. These credentials set our students apart from other applicants by showing they have successfully mastered desirable skills that benefit the organization.
