How Much Does it Cost?
Counting the cost of BYU
Students at BYU enjoy affordable prices that allow them access to a high quality education at a great price. In 2011, US News & World Report ranked BYU in the top 20 for ‘Great Schools, Great Prices.’
Tuition
As BYU’s sponsor, The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints subsidizes tuition prices with its members’ tithing funds. In principle, each student attending BYU is on scholarship.
For the 2012-2013 academic year, BYU’s postbaccalaureate tuition for full-time LDS students is $5,950 ($11,900 for non-LDS students), regardless of where they are from. For postbaccalaureate students who are not full-time, the cost for LDS students is $331/credit hour ($662/credit hour for non-LDS students).
Housing
For BYU students, the cost of room and board is a large part of total expenses. As such, it is important to make the decision that’s right for you.
BYU’s housing departments can help students find the right housing option:
- On-Campus Housing (recommended for all new freshman)
- Off-Campus Housing
Total Cost
The cost of attendance for BYU is estimated as a single student living on campus during fall and winter semesters. Travel expenses are not included.
| 2012-2013 | |
| LDS tuition | $4,710 |
| Non-LDS tuition | $9,420 |
| Room and board | $7,200 |
| Books and supplies | $972 |
| Personal expenses | $2,164 |
| TOTAL | |
| LDS | $15,046 |
| Non-LDS | $19,756 |
For a total breakdown of costs, visit the Count the Cost page located at the financial aid website.