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Financial Aid | BYU-Idaho | Information for Financial Aid and Scholarships

## Financial Aid

Available Scholarships

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University Scholarships

Whether you're a new or current student, BYU-Idaho has scholarships for you!

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It Starts with FAFSA: Your Guide to Federal Student Aid at BYU-Idaho

Every year, students at BYU-Idaho receive thousands of dollars in Federal Student Aid. Don't miss out on the opportunity to receive financial assistance for your education.

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Private Scholarships

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Dropping Classes

February 19, 2022 09:46 AM

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Understanding Program Applicability

February 04, 2022 05:03 PM

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Updating Marital Status on the FAFSA Application: What BYU-I Students Need to Know

February 08, 2022 03:39 PM

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Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP)

February 19, 2022 09:44 AM

****New SAP appeal procedures effective Spring 2025 semester, see below for more information!****

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## Aid Available

Aid Availability for On-Campus and Online Students.

| | ****Federal Aid**** | ****University Scholarships**** | ****Private Aid**** |
| --- | --- | --- | --- |
| BYU-Idaho Campus Students Domestic | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
| BYU-Idaho Campus Students International | | ✔ | ✔ |
| BYU-Idaho Online Students Domestic | ✔ | | ✔ |
| Non-Degree Seeking Students | | | ✔ |
| | Apply for Federal Aid | | Apply for Private Aid |

PathwayConnect and BYU-Pathway Worldwide students do not qualify for U.S. federal financial aid or BYU-Idaho scholarships. If a student is admitted as a BYU-Idaho degree-seeking student, they can apply for federal financial aid. (A student must have previously earned a high school diploma or state equivalency, a state-approved home school diploma, or an associate degree that is received for full credit towards their bachelor's degree at BYU-Idaho to be eligible for federal aid).
Add and Dropping Classes | Financial Aid | BYU-Idaho

# Dropping Classes

## Dropping Classes: Impact on Your Financial Aid

****IMPORTANT****: ALWAYS consult with the Financial Aid Office before dropping classes. The impact on your aid depends on various circumstances.

## Key Points to Remember

****1. Timing Matters:**** 

- Dropping BEFORE FADD (Financial Aid Determination Date) may affect both BYU-Idaho scholarships and Federal aid.
- Dropping AFTERFADD won't affect BYU-Idaho Scholarships but may still impact Federal aid.

****2. Type of Class is Important:****

- Dropping Program Applicable (PA) classes impacts Federal aid.
- Dropping any class impacts BYU-Idaho Scholarships.

****3. Financial Implications:**** 

- You may need to repay some already disbursed aid.
- Future aid eligibility might be affected.
- You might have to pay back financial aid and tuition if you drop classes after the add/drop date and before FADD.
- Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP) might impact future federal aid eligibility.

## Impact on Federal Aid

- Only Program Applicable (PA) credits count for Federal Aid eligibility.
- ****Your Pell Grant amount may decrease if you drop all classes or stop attending without dropping, even after the FADD.****
- Dropping below half-time enrollment may also affect student loan offers.
- Dropping classes after FADD gives you "W" grades, which can affect your future aid (SAP).

#### Pell Grant Award Percentages by Credit Hours

| Credit Hours | Pell Grant Enrollment Intensity |
| --- | --- |
| 12+ | 100% of your Pell Award |
| 11 | 92% of your Pell Award |
| 10 | 83% of your Pell Award |
| 9 | 75% of your Pell Award |
| 8 | 67% of your Pell Award |
| 7 | 58% of your Pell Award |
| 6 | 50% of your Pell Award |
| 5 | 42% of your Pell Award |
| 4 | 33% of your Pell Award |
| 3 | 25% of your Pell Award |
| 2 | 17% of your Pell Award |
| 1 | 8% of your Pell Award |

## Impact on BYU-Idaho Scholarships

- BYU-Idaho Scholarships are finalized at 11:59 pm on the FADD.
- Dropping credits BEFORE FADD may reduce BYU-Idaho Scholarships.
- Dropping credits AFTER FADD will not affect BYU-Idaho scholarships for that semester.
- Waitlisted courses don't count towards your enrollment for aid purposes.
- BYU-Idaho scholarships are awarded based on enrollment levels, so dropping even one credit could greatly reduce your scholarship.

#### BYU-Idaho 2025-2026 Scholarship Awards by Enrollment Status

| Enrolled Credits | Full Tuition | Three-Quarter Tuition | Half Tuition | Quarter Tuition |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| 12+ | $2,472 | $1,854 | $1,236 | $618 |
| 9-11 | $1,854 | $1,391 | $927 | $464 |
| 6-8 | $1,236 | $927 | $618 | $309 |
| Less Than 6 | No Award | No Award | No Award | No Award |

For any questions about dropping classes, chat with Financial Aid by emailing financialaid@byui.edu, or ask for a financial aid specialist using the chat bubble in the corner.
Internship Grants | Financial Aid | BYU-Idaho

# Internship Grants

BYU-Idaho offers first-come, first-served grants to assist students with internship-related expenses, particularly for those traveling outside the Rexburg area.

## About Internship Grants

- Helps with internship expenses but doesn't cover all costs.
- Available for up to 2 separate internships per student.
- Awarded based on financial need and internship location.

## Do You Qualify?

- You must be a BYU-Idaho campus student without an earned bachelor's degree.
- U.S. citizens must complete a FAFSA.
- Your internship must be: 
 - Program applicable (required for graduation).
 - At least 20 hours a week.
 - Registered by the Full Semester Financial Aid Determination Date (FADD).

## How To Apply

- Complete the online Internship Grant Request by the last day of the semester.
- Include details about your internship location, rent amounts, and household income.

Intership Grant Request

## When Will You Receive The Grant?

- Funds are not added before the semester starts.
- Typically added to your student account the first week of the semester.
- For late applications, usually within 2 weeks of approval.

## How Much Could You Receive?

- Award amounts vary based on financial need and internship location.
- Grants are awarded only for the semester of the enrolled internship.
Scholarship Overview | Financial Aid | BYU-Idaho

# BYU-Idaho Scholarship Overview

Whether you're a new or current student, BYU-Idaho has scholarships for you!

## University Scholarships

4-Year Merit Scholarships

Automatic scholarship for incoming freshmen and transfer students, recognizing exceptional high school academic achievement.

See What You Qualify For

Returned Missionary Scholarships

Scholarships for missionaries who enroll at BYU-Idaho within the first year after returning from full-time missionary service.

About Returned Missionary Scholarships

Academic Scholarships

An academic achievement scholarship that rewards current students. Awards are based on BYU-Idaho GPA.

About Academic Scholarships

Need-Based Scholarships

A need-based scholarship, known as ****The BYU-Idaho Scholarship****, for hard-working students who face financial obstacles.

About Need-Based Scholarships

Talent Scholarships

Hone your talents in college by applying for an Art, Dance, Music, Theatre, or Journalism talent-based scholarship.

About Talent Scholarships

## University Grants

Internship Grants

February 05, 2022 11:43 AM

Get help with internship expenses with an internship grant. Available for students enrolled in a program-specific internship credit.

About Internship Grants

Student Teaching Grants

April 12, 2024 01:55 PM

BYU-Idaho offers a first come, first serve student teaching grant to help with expenses based on your need and internship location.

About Student Teaching Grants

## Scholarship General Eligibility Requirements

Be admitted as a campus student.

Less than 120 cumulative credits.

No satisfactory academic progress required.

******See each award for more eligibility requirements.******

## Receiving Scholarship Aid

- Scholarship disbursements are usually applied at the beginning of the semester.
- Scholarship aid is usually posted on student financial aid accounts by the end of the first full week of the semester.
- Award amounts may adjust when you add or drop credits before the Full Semester Financial Aid Determination Date.
- BYU-Idaho Scholarships are based on credits you're taking on the Full Semester Financial Aid Determination Date (FADD)
- Students who register after the Full Semester FADD for second block classes will not be awarded scholarships
- Scholarship aid is automatically applied to outstanding student tuition and on-campus housing charges. Complete a Federal Financial Aid Authorization form to request aid to pay for additional charges on your student account.
- Enroll in eRefund (direct deposit) for the quickest and safest way to receive remaining financial aid funds.
Bureau of Indian Affairs | Financial Aid Office | BYU-Idaho

# Bureau of Indian Affairs

## Eligibility

To be eligible for educational benefits through the Bureau of Indian Affairs (BIA), you must:

- Be at least ¼ American Indian
- Be registered with a tribe that has a treaty with the U.S. Government and an assigned census number
- Meet all other criteria as required by your individual tribe

## Application

Students who are eligible to receive BIA benefits while attending BYU-Idaho need to complete the following steps:

1. Submit a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) for the current academic year.
2. Contact your tribal agency office and request, complete, and submit the following: 
 1. An application for education benefits
 2. A privacy release form
 3. Any other required documentation as required by your individual tribe
3. Submit the completed privacy release form to the BYU-Idaho financial aid office, allowing us to disclose your financial aid information to your tribe.
4. At the end of the semester, submit a copy of your final grades to your tribal office.

## Important Information

Policies regarding BIA benefits are not managed or controlled by BYU-Idaho. For more information regarding BIA educational benefits, please contact your tribal agency.
Deferring Financial Aid | Financial Aid | BYU-Idaho

# Deferring Financial Aid

## Deferring Financial Aid at BYU-Idaho: What You Need to Know

## Understanding Enrollment Deferment and Financial Aid

Deferring enrollment at BYU-Idaho can significantly impact your financial aid. It's crucial to understand that:

- Enrollment deferment doesn't automatically defer your federal student loans
- Deferring a semester you've already started is considered a withdrawal for financial aid purposes
- You may be required to repay some funds if you withdraw

How withdrawing affects your financial aid

## Long-Term Deferment and Your Loans

If deferring for more than 6 months:

1. Contact your loan servicer to avoid loan default 
 1. Your loan servicer can be found on your studentaid.gov account
 2. Or call 1-800-557-7394
2. Discuss loan options with your servicer: 
 1. Loan deferment
 2. Income-driven repayment plans

## Missionary Deferments: Special Considerations

For students deferring with admissions for a mission:

- BYU-Idaho Scholarships will be deferred until your return
- Federal student loans are not automatically deferred 
 - Students/parents must arrange this before the mission start date
 - Contact your loan servicer, as shown above, for guidance

## How Deferment Affects Different Types of Aid

****Student Loans**** 

- Accepted but undisbursed funds will be canceled
- Repayment starts after six consecutive months taking less than 6 credits
- Complete student loan exit counseling

****PLUS Loans****

- Accepted but undisbursed funds will be canceled
- Repayment begins after 60 consecutive days out of school
- Contact loan servicer with questions

****Pell Grants****

- Canceled for the deferred semester
- May be partially eligible if returning in the same academic year
- Must complete a new FAFSA for subsequent years

****BYU-Idaho Scholarships****

- Canceled for deferred semester(s), except for mission deferrals

****Non-BYU-Idaho Scholarships****

- Canceled and returned to the awarding agency
- Students must contact the agency directly about deferring scholarships

****Need Help?****

- For BYU-Idaho Scholarship questions: Email scholarships@byui.edu
- For loan deferment questions: Contact your loan servicer
- For general deferment information: Contact the BYU-Idaho Admissions Office

****Remember: Always communicate with relevant offices and your loan servicer when considering enrollment deferment to protect your financial aid status and avoid loan default.****
Electronic Communications Policy | Financial Aid | BYU-Idaho

# Financial Aid Electronic Communications Policy

The Financial Aid Office has established the following electronic communications policy to adhere to federal requirements for Title IV recipients.

Official electronic communications are sent from all university departments that include, but are not limited to, Financial Aid, Student Records and Registration, Academic Advising, Accounting Services, and all other university departments.

The university's primary method of communication to students will be through their BYU-Idaho email, which is assigned after students submit their acceptance offer. Electronic information sent could include but is not limited to the following:

- Responses to students' emails
- Information regarding required forms
- Financial aid offer notices
- Financial Aid status information
- Disbursement information

Students must have internet access and can access their BYUI email account from computers, tablets, smart phones, and other electronic devices.

Students have the right to withdraw consent and/or can request and obtain paper copies of electronic records by emailing financialaid@byui.edu.

Students who choose not to opt into electronic communications will be responsible for obtaining their academic and financial information by contacting the respective department and must notify the financial aid office ****in writing****of their desire to apply for financial aid. Additionally, those who opt out may experience the following:

- Significant delays in accessing student's financial aid application status
- Significant delays in processing student's financial aid
- Inability to view or accept financial aid offers online
- Inability to complete financial aid requirements online

All questions regarding this electronic communications policy should be emailed to financialaid@byui.edu.
FAFSA Verification | Financial Aid | BYU-Idaho

# FAFSA Verification

## Verification

FAFSA verification is a process by which selected students must provide additional documentation to show that the information submitted on the FAFSA is accurate.

The Financial Aid Office will compare the information on the requested documents to the student's FAFSA and confirm the information is correct. BYU-Idaho is required by law to obtain this information from students selected by the Department of Education before Federal Aid can be awarded.

### Selected for Verification

Approximately 3-5 business days after a FAFSA is submitted and received by BYU-Idaho, students may see needed documents in the Required Documents box on their financial aid student portal.

****Tips for Completing Verification Documents:****

- Check the financial aid portal often for new or incomplete documents.

 - Missing document emails will be sent regularly to your BYU-Idaho email address.
- Thoroughly read the document instructions to ensure accuracy on all submitted documents.

 - If corrections are necessary, further instruction will be provided by Financial Aid on the portal in the Required Documents box.
- Many documents require physical signatures, in which case the document will need to be printed, hand-signed, and uploaded as a photo or a scan.
- Meet the priority deadlines to ensure timely financial aid disbursements.

If the required documents are not received by the priority deadlines, the student's federal financial aid may not be available by the tuition payment deadline. A late fee may be charged to the student's account by Accounting Services. Eligible students will still receive federal aid awards later in the semester.

### Verification Document Processing

The processing of verification documents may take up to ****3-4 weeks**** after the last complete document has been uploaded and submitted.
Federal Financial Aid Authorization | Financial Aid | BYU-Idaho

# Federal Financial Aid Authorization

Federal law allows the University to use your federal aid funds to automatically pay for:

- Tuition
- Class fees
- Room and board on campus.

By selecting "Yes" on the Federal Financial Aid (Title IV) Authorization, you allow the University to automatically pay:

- Books
- Healthcare
- Health center charges
- Parking
- And more

If you choose to not allow the University to pay these fees automatically, simply select "No" when completing your Federal Financial Aid (Title IV) Authorization.

## Selecting "Yes" or "No" on the Federal Financial Aid Authorization

Selecting "Yes" Means:

- ****All**** charges on your account will be ****auto-paid****. 
 - Doing this can ease some of the burdens at the beginning of a semester. 
 - This option can be changed at any time.

Selecting "No" Means:

- ****Only**** ****tuition**** and ****on-campus housing**** charges will be auto-paid. 
 - You will need to make sure you know what other charges are on your account and pay them on time. 
 - This option can be changed at any time.

## How to Complete Your Federal Financial Aid Authorization

****Log into your**** myBYUI account ****and click on the 'Finances' tab. Then select the 'View My Account and Make Payments' box in the middle of your screen.****

****Scroll down to 'Financial Aid Authorization' and click the 'modify' button on the 'Personal Accounts' website.****

****Read the information in the new window, select 'Yes,' then click 'Save Authorization.'****

Complete Your Federal Financial Aid Authorization

Log in to myBYUI to complete your Authorization
Federal Financial Aid: FAQ | Financial Aide | BYU-Idaho

# Federal Financial Aid: FAQ

## Common FAFSA Questions: FAQs for BYU-Idaho Applicants

### How do I apply for FAFSA?

- Create an account at FAFSA.gov and complete the application. Be sure to list BYU-Idaho's school code: 001625

### Do I need my tax documents to complete my FAFSA?

- It is best to have your tax documents handy when filling out the FAFSA. Based on your answers, the new form may ask for information from your tax return

### Who is eligible to fill out the FAFSA?

- United States Citizens and Eligible Non-Citizens

### I pay for school all by myself, my parents do not help me. I filed taxes as an independent. Do I have to include my parents' income on the FAFSA?

- Yes, you have to include your parents' income information until you are: 
 - 24
 - Married
 - Have a dependent of your own
 - Active military
- Why should I apply? My parents make too much money, I don't think I will qualify for anything. 
 - You might be eligible for aid you're unaware of

You need to complete the FAFSA to be considered for BYUI Need-Based scholarship, some State based scholarship and private scholarships

### How often do I need to complete the FAFSA?

- You will need a new FAFSA for each school year to ensure continued aid consideration

### When can I start filling out the FAFSA for next year?

- Usually the FAFSA opens on October 1st, but for 2025-2026 the Department of Education has announced it should open in December

### What if my financial situation changes after I submit my FAFSA?

- Contact the BYU-Idaho Financial Aid Office for guidance
Financial Aid Determination Date | Financial Aid | BYU-Idaho

# Understanding the Financial Aid Determination Date (FADD)

## What is the Financial Aid Determination Date (FADD)?

- FADD is when we check your enrollment to decide your financial aid eligibility.
- If you add and drop classes before FADD your Federal and University Aid changes.
- If your FAFSA is processed after the semester FADD, your FADD for Federal Financial Aid will be different. Talk to Financial Aid.

## When is my FADD?

| | Federal Aid | | | | University Aid |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Registered for Classes | Full Semester Only | First Block Only | Second Block Only | Full Semester and Second Block | BYU-Idaho Scholarships |
| Fall 2025 | October 7, 2025 | October 7, 2025 | November 13, 2025 | October 7, 2025 | October 7, 2025 |
| Winter 2026 | January 29, 2026 | January 29, 2026 | March 10, 2026 | January 29, 2026 | January 29, 2026 |
| Spring 2026 | May 12, 2026 | May 12, 2026 | June 22, 2026 | May 12, 2026 | May 12, 2026 |
| Summer 2026 | August 11, 2026 | August 11, 2026 | N/A | August 11, 2026 | N/A |

## How FADD affects your aid:

****Before or on FADD:****

- If you drop ****some**** classes: 
 - Your BYU-Idaho Scholarships and Pell Grant will be reduced.
 - Your Federal Loans might change if they haven't been paid out yet. 
 - You could lose Federal Loans or BYU-Idaho Scholarship eligibility if you drop below 6 credits.
- If you drop****all**** classes: 
 - BYU-Idaho Scholarships will be returned.
- - - A calculation will determine how much of your Federal Financial Aid needs to be returned.
 - You could still be charged tuition if you drop between the add/drop deadline and FADD.

****After FADD:****

- If you drop ****some**** classes: 
 - Your BYU-Idaho Scholarships won't change.
 - Your Pell Grant won't change ****if you participated**** in the dropped classes.
- If you drop all classes: 
 - Your BYU-Idaho Scholarships won't change.
 - A calculation will determine how much of your Federal Financial Aid needs to be returned.
- ****Warning****: Dropping classes after FADD ****can affect your future aid eligibility****. Learn more at Satisfactory Academic Progress.

## Important Things to Remember:

- Only classes for your declared major count for aid. (Program Applicable). 
 - Check your Program Applicability Tool (PAT) to see which classes count.
 - Class changes after FADD don't increase your Financial Aid, even if classes become Program Applicable later.
- If you had to return Financial Aid because you dropped a class before FADD, you won't get aid for that class if you are re-instated after FADD.
- If you stop attending without dropping classes, you might have to repay Federal Financial Aid, and it could affect your future Federal Financial Aid eligibility.(SAP)
- Dropping classes after FADD gives you "W" grades, which can affect your future Federal Financial Aid eligibility. (SAP)

Need help to understand FADD and your Financial Aid? Chat with Financial Aid using the chat bubble in the corner.
Financial Wellness | Financial Aid Office | BYU-Idaho

# Financial Wellness

Welcome to Financial Wellness! Our goal is to help you learn financial skills that will help you live an effective life at BYU-Idaho and develop powerful patterns of success to reach your full potential.

A financial mentor can help you develop habits for financial wellness, set appropriate goals, and help you gain control of your finances.

Semester Financial Plan Request a Mentor

Financial Planning Introduction

Learn more about the foundational principles for financial wellness.

Financial Planning: Budgeting

Learn more about goal setting and creating your own budget.

Financial Planning: Savings

Learn more about saving during college and building an emergency fund.

Debt Management

Learn more about some of the basic techniques for managing debt.

International Students

Learn more about financial aid options for international students.

Giving Back

Learn more about giving back to the school, church, and community.