<p>I'm curious, is it easier to get into BYU if you aren't Mormon? I was actually interested in the school, despite not being Mormon, because they have an excellent business program. I decided not to apply since they have extremely strict rules. I would still consider applying to BYU for grad school though.</p>
<p>I would think it makes it harder to get into.</p>
<p>I believe the academic requirements/chances are the same for all students regardless of religion, However, non-Mormons pay higher tuition - similar to out of state students paying more at a state school.</p>
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I would think it makes it harder to get into.
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My assumption was that BYU would like non Mormons to come to the school. Most of the non Mormons who attend BYU end up converting.</p>
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I believe the academic requirements/chances are the same for all students regardless of religion, However, non-Mormons pay higher tuition - similar to out of state students paying more at a state school.
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Yea, but the tuition for non Mormons, is still very reasonable - about $7 - 8 k. I also knew about the religion requirement and would have had no problem taking those classes.</p>
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<li><p>I think it'd be more difficult. You have to do an interview and seminary hours are important.</p></li>
<li><p>Why would you want to go to BYU if you aren't Mormon?</p></li>
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<p>It has a good business school...</p>
<p>I would suggest, if you're not mormon, to look for another school. there are plenty of good business schools out there.</p>
<p>^^ agreed.</p>
<p>It's language program is awesome, but I wouldn't even consider going there even though there are many people around me who are going.</p>
<p>I don't really have a problem with you applying to BYU, but I'm just telling you, the life at BYU is pretty extreme and uneasy for some. I would suggest looking at other undergraduate business programs that are also highly ranked. BYU is great for business, but there are tons of other fantastic schools out there. In the end, it's your choice and people should respect that..</p>
<p>Here's what I said in my first post
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I decided not to apply since they have extremely strict rules. I would still consider applying to BYU for grad school though.
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I'm already going elsewhere guys... ;)</p>
<p>I'm just wanted to see if anyone knew whether or not it's easier to get into the school as a non Mormon.</p>
<p>Yes, but even for grad school, a non-Mormon going there is simply...odd.</p>
<p>Why would you want to go to a school and get a degree and have every person who learns that you graduated from that school ask " I didn't know you were a Mormon?" Every employer will assume you are a Mormon, not that that would be a negative or postive thing, but in your case it would be wrong, it just seems strange. It may have a great business schools, but there are lots of other great business schools. I just think if you went to BYU as a non-Mormon, you would spend a lot of time and energy explaining that choice for the rest of your life.... if that is something that is worth it to you, then... by all means go for it, if not, I would give it a another thought. IMHO</p>
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Why would you want to go to a school and get a degree and have every person who learns that you graduated from that school ask " I didn't know you were a Mormon?"
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Is that a bad thing? That wouldn't bother me at all. I have a lot of respect for Mormons - the ones I know are very good people (and are very friendly).</p>
<p>BYU's business school has an outstanding reputation.</p>
<p>It has nothing to to with "respect" for Mormons, it is just that you are not a Mormon. BYU may have a great business school, but how many non-Mormons graduate from there? ( I am really asking that, because, I have not idea.) Maybe it is not uncommon for non-Mormons to go there.
Personally, I would look at other business schools, there are other schools with outstanding reputations that don't have such a strong religious affliation.</p>
<p>As a Utah resident and one who is sending her kids to college as far away from Utah as possible, don't do it. I can't emphasize enough how difficult it is living here for Non Mormons. Non Mormons don't even want to live in the city where BYU is located. It's a good school but there's so much more to college than academics. Pick a school where you'll have a lot in common with the students. The average student at byu is married, looking to get married, or will be married by graduation and popping out children soon.</p>
<p>^Seeking the "MRS" degree? :) We guarantee a ring by spring or your money back. (lol)</p>
<p>To the OP, if you are adamant in attending BYU, then I would not stop you; however, consider the consequences such attendance will render.</p>
<p>I realize that I'm a little late on this discussion, but I applied to BYU as a non-mormon and had no trouble getting in (my highschool grades and test scores were about average for BYU). I don't feel that being non-Mormon has any negative effect whatsoever. In fact, people here are very welcoming of people who aren't Mormon.</p>
<p>That said, the culture is very different from what you would normally find at a university. It's a very "wholesome" place, but it's a lot of fun. </p>
<p>The business school is very good, especially the accounting program. It was recently ranked #1 in the country by The Financial Times, and the students are heavily recruited for lots of different opportunities. </p>
<p>To go to BYU, you have to be willing to live by the Honor Code which is fairly strict, so the school may or may not be for you, but I would hardly say that just because you aren't Mormon you shouldn't go to BYU. I'm very glad I go to school there...one of the better decisions I've ever made!</p>
<p>If you are lucky enough to get in - and remember many members get turned away - you and the other 2% of non mormons will be treated with the greatest degree of respect you have ever experienced! Students and faculty will mostly just think you are another member, like them, at first. Once it comes up that you are not, than life gets even better. As you can imagine this group of people does not want to appear (to anyone or themselves) to be biased, racist, etc . . so enjoy it.</p>
<p>Also, I came here at 26 and unmarried (2 years at community college back east) and that is oooold but it seemed to make me more interesting to them. You do have to take religion classes but they are very interesting. After 7 years of worldly living - it was a nice change/adventure. You can save a pile of money when your not allowed to drink, and no hangovers!</p>
<p>This is an old thread but I want to be encouraging to any that do research and come across this forum.</p>
<p>Please do not post on old threads and revive them. Often other members do not notice the date and proceed to answer the OP. Instead, use the New Thread button and start your own thread.</p>
<p>Closing.</p>