How to Study at Brigham Young University - Idaho (BYU - I) If I am from Ecuador?

    So you have thought about the possibility of studying at Brigham Young University - Idaho. Well, it is the best decision you will make in your academic life. But you wonder how I do it? Where do I begin? Who can I ask? Do I need to speak English? Relax, you have come to the right place, where I will explain step by step how you can get into this wonderful university.

 

BYU-Idaho campus | Courtesy BYU-Idaho

First, we go through the basics, where this university is established, and what is particular about it.

BYU-Idaho   

    Brigham Young University - Idaho, also known by its acronym (BYU – Idaho or BYU – I) Is a private university that is located in Rexburg, Idaho, United States. This university was founded in 1888 by The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Since that memorable date, it has grown, which is why it's considered one of the best universities at a low cost but best of all because you have guarantees and results from the first time you are getting a certificate to find a well-paid job doing what you like.

 

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    The next thing you should know is that if you want to study here, it is necessary that you have a knowledge of basic English and I say it basic referring to the fact that you should at least know how to make a presentation of yourself in this language. Although it is not enough, you should try hard to learn the beautiful English language a lot.

Another point is that there are several ways that you can follow to enter this university. I am going to give you an easy way, although it requires work, effort, dedication to the maximum because if you do not have any of this, it will be better you do not follow me reading.

Pathway Worldwide Program

    Okay, now that you are still here, one way to get into BYU - Idaho is through the Pathway Worldwide Program. Have you ever heard of the "Pathway Worldwide Program"? Maybe yes, and perhaps not, but I will summarize it that simply below.

    BYU-Pathway Worldwide is an innovative course. Through it, you can obtain a university degree with a spiritual base exclusively online at a price accessible to any pocket, for example; in Ecuador, the cost per credit is approximately $75. Tuition rates shown are for members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Other non-member students pay 25 percent more. In other words, Pathway becomes an online "pre-university". It lasts one year and is divided into 3 terms or "semesters" but so that you are not confused at BYU-I one semester means 14 weeks. Each semester you learn different topics such as life skills, English, algebra, and personal finance.

 

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    However, every week you must attend a meeting called "gatherings" it is mandatory to attend because if you do not attend, a percentage of your final grade will decrease, and we do not want you to obtain low grades. Course assignments are assigned to you at the beginning of each week, with due dates until midweek and weekend. I encourage you to follow a schedule to complete your tasks on time but more than that, love this process.

    If you want to get a full scholarship at BYU-Idaho then you can work towards earning a final grade of A each semester. If maybe you got an A- and two A's you can still apply, but you will not receive 100% of the tuition scholarship but only 50% or 25%.

    Something really important is that anyone can apply to Pathway Worldwide whether they are an active or inactive member or a researcher as long as they comply or live according to the CES (Church Educational System) Honor Code. However, if you want to apply directly to BYU-Idaho on campus or online, an essential requirement is that you are a member and live according to the rules or the honor code. But don't get me wrong, I met many people in my study process at Pathway Connect Program who were not members, and during the course, they learned a lot about the church and decided to get baptized. This is a special course. I testify to it! Other essential requirements are daily access to a computer with high-speed Internet.

 

 

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    As I had mentioned before, English is mandatory. The "English test" is basic so, anyone can pass it, but when attending meetings you will always speak in English.

Now that you are clear about how to apply to BYU-Idaho through Pathway Connect, the requirements, the cost, and how you will study. I'll show you the steps to apply for the program below.

How do I apply to Pathway Connect?

You do it in the following way:

1. Enter this link: https://www.byupathway.org/
2. Click on ADMISSIONS
3. Click on APPLY NOW
4. Now, you must go to the part where it tells you: THERE ARE TWO WAYS TO START A DEGREE: PATHWAY CONNECT and CERTIFICATES AND DEGREES. Remember, yours is PATHWAY CONNECT. Again you will click on APPLY NOW
5. A box will appear in the entire half of your screen in which you have the following:
NEW APPLICANTS & FORMER PATHWAYCONNECT STUDENTS (WILL BE FOR ANOTHER POST) As you are a new applicant, then you must click on BEGIN APPLICATION.
6. If you are already a member then you can start with your church username and password. Otherwise, you can create a personal account at that precise moment.
7. If you create an account: Choose your country.
8. You will provide account information
9. And you will provide your personal information.
10. Once your process of acquiring an account is completed, you must continue with the admission process, and you will take a test. As I said before, it is basic but requires preparation.

    Ready to get started in PATHWAY CONNECT. Best of all, you are not alone in this process. Asking your Bishop is always the best way to ask for help. Your Bishop will know how to direct you or your stake president, there are missionaries, mentors, peers, instructors from every sector where there is a pathway where they too can guide you. Additionally, the BYU-Idaho help pages are constantly available for any questions you may have during the process.

 

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    In conclusion, studying at an American university brings you many benefits in the short, medium, and long term during your academic, professional, and mental life. Now you are at the beginning of something wonderful, but it only remains for you to do it. Remember, everything starts from the lowest without dedication and discipline nothing is achieved. Pathway Connect is a program:

Low Priced

- Costs significantly less than other schools

Online

- All degrees are completely online.

Spiritual

- Higher education is combined with spiritual learning.

    Follow this model of Pathway Connect when you finalize your application to BYU-Idaho. It will be promising, and you will be able to fulfill your desired goals.

 

 

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     Tell me, how did the admission process go? Is there anything else you would like to add to this post? Do you agree with the information detailed in this post? I am eager to know more about you and learn together on this path!

IMPORTANT NOTE

    This information was an excerpt from the information available on the BYU-PATHWAY WORLDWIDE official site. You are invited to visit their website at www.byupathway.org/ here you will find complete and detailed information about the BYU-Idaho certification program.