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Brigham Young University-Idaho SAT & ACT scores

Enrolled first-year students who submitted SAT scores for fall 2024 had a middle 50% of about 970-1200. Their ACT composite middle 50% was 20-26. Brigham Young University-Idaho admitted 96% of applicants and considered SAT or ACT scores when submitted, but did not require them (test-optional).

SAT middle 50%
970-1200
ACT middle 50%
20-26
Acceptance rate
96%
Test policy, fall 2024
Test-optional
Undergraduates
44,397

Quick answer

What SAT score do you need for Brigham Young University-Idaho?

There is no published minimum. Aim for 1200 or higher to sit in the top quarter of Brigham Young University-Idaho's SAT submitters; 970 marks the bottom quarter. Its SAT midpoint is higher than at 24% of the 902 colleges in this directory that report SAT scores.

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Where does your score land at Brigham Young University-Idaho?

The middle 50% describes enrolled students who chose to submit scores, so test-optional colleges can show higher ranges than their full class. Scores are one part of an application.

Fall 2024 entering class

Brigham Young University-Idaho SAT and ACT score ranges

Score percentiles of enrolled first-year students who submitted scores
Measure25th percentile50th percentile75th percentile
SAT Reading and Writing490550610
SAT Math480530590
SAT total (estimated)97010801200
ACT composite202326

The two sections are balanced: the top quarter starts at 610 in Reading and Writing and 590 in Math, and neither section's middle 50% spans more than 120 points.

College Scorecard's SAT-equivalent average for admitted students is 1118.

Testing policy

Does Brigham Young University-Idaho require the SAT or ACT?

Reported for fall 2024: Test-optional

Brigham Young University-Idaho told the U.S. Department of Education that it considered SAT or ACT scores when submitted, but did not require them (test-optional) for students entering in fall 2024.

Check the current cycle

Many colleges have changed testing rules since 2024, and several now require scores again. Confirm the policy for your application year on Brigham Young University-Idaho's website before deciding whether to submit.

Beyond scores

Cost and outcomes at Brigham Young University-Idaho

In-state tuition and fees (2024-25)
$4,800
Average net price after aid (2023-24)
$8,221
First-year retention rate
71%
Graduation rate within 6 years
56%
Median earnings 10 years after entry
$53,406

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FAQ

Brigham Young University-Idaho admissions questions

What SAT score do you need to get into Brigham Young University-Idaho?

Brigham Young University-Idaho does not publish a minimum SAT score. Among enrolled first-year students who submitted SAT scores for fall 2024, the middle 50% scored between 970 and 1200 (estimated from section scores). A score of 1200 or higher would place you in the top quarter of that group; 970 marks the bottom quarter.

What ACT score do you need for Brigham Young University-Idaho?

Enrolled first-year students who submitted ACT scores for fall 2024 had a middle 50% composite of 20 to 26, with a median of 23. Scoring 26 or above puts you in the top quarter of submitters.

Does Brigham Young University-Idaho require the SAT or ACT?

For fall 2024 entry, Brigham Young University-Idaho reported to the U.S. Department of Education that it considered SAT or ACT scores when submitted, but did not require them (test-optional). Testing policies have changed at many colleges since then, so confirm the current policy on Brigham Young University-Idaho's admissions website before you apply.

What is Brigham Young University-Idaho's acceptance rate?

Brigham Young University-Idaho admitted 96% of applicants for fall 2024, according to data it reported to the U.S. Department of Education.

Sources and method

Where these numbers come from

Test scores: 25th, 50th and 75th percentile SAT section scores and ACT composites of first-time students who enrolled in fall 2024 and submitted scores, as each college reported to IPEDS. Composite SAT ranges add the two section percentiles, so they are an estimate of the true composite range.

Admissions and test policy: Fall 2024 entering class, reported to IPEDS in 2024-25. Policies change; check each college's admissions site before applying.

Cost and outcomes: tuition for academic year 2024-25; average net price for academic year 2023-24; graduation rate for first-time, full-time students who started in 2018-19, graduating within 150% of normal time (6 years for a bachelor's degree); median earnings 10 years after entry, measured in 2020 and 2021, in 2022 dollars.

Coverage: colleges currently operating that reported SAT or ACT ranges and enrolled at least 500 undergraduates. Data released 2026-06-10, retrieved 2026-10-05. Spot an error? Email [email protected].