Other Ways to Take Classes at BYU
Not every student needs credit or grades. Whether you want to explore a subject without academic pressure or get a head start on college, we have options for you.
BYU Employees & Families
Most audit and concurrent enrollment students are BYU employees, spouses, or dependents. Your tuition may be covered by employee benefits.
Audit a Course
Auditing lets you attend a class without taking exams, writing papers, or receiving a grade. You're there to learn—on your own terms.
Who It's For
Anyone interested in learning without academic credit
What You Get
- A seat in the classroom
- Access to course materials
- Attend lectures and participate
What You Don’t Get
- No grades or transcripts
- No academic credit
- No exams or graded assignments
Concurrent Enrollment
Concurrent enrollment lets eligible high school students take university-level courses at BYU while still in high school.
Jr. / Sr. in High School 16–18 yrs old Min 3.70 GPA ACT/SAT score required
How It Works
- Confirm your eligibility
- Submit ACT/SAT scores
- Apply as a visiting student
- Meet with an advisor to select courses
- Register and attend
Common Questions
Most courses are available for auditing, but some departments restrict auditing in certain classes. Talk to an advisor to confirm availability.
No. While most participants are connected to BYU through employment, anyone who meets the requirements can apply.
With a bachelor's degree, graduate rates apply. Without a bachelor's degree, undergraduate rates apply. BYU employees, spouses, and retirees may have tuition covered by employee benefits.
Yes. All BYU students, including auditors, complete an ecclesiastical endorsement. Learn more on our How It Works page.
Yes. Concurrent enrollment students are limited in the number of credit hours per semester. Talk to an advisor for current limits.
Yes. BYU concurrent enrollment courses carry university credit that can transfer to other institutions, subject to that institution's transfer policies.
Looking for Something Else?
Already have a bachelor's degree?
Take prerequisite courses for grad school or career change.
Undergraduate at Another School?
You're enrolled at another university and want to take courses at BYU.
Ready to Get Started?
The application takes about 10 minutes. It's free.
And it's the first step toward taking the classes
you need at BYU.
Free, about 10 minutes — no transcripts required
