Student Financial Aid

Financial aid programs have been established to help students pay the cost of attending university. Federal Pell Grants, Stafford and PLUS loans are available. Brigham Young University-Idaho does not participate in Perkins loans, SEOG grants, work study, or any other campus-based programs. Scholarships are awarded through the Admissions Office.

General Eligibility

In general, the would-be financial aid recipient must meet the following eligibility standards:

Must have a high school diploma, G.E.D. certificate, or a certificate issued by the state.
Must be admitted and enrolled as a regular student in an eligible program.
Be a U.S. Citizen or an eligible non-citizen.
The student must be making satisfactory academic progress as defined in the Policy of Satisfactory Academic Progress.
Must not owe a repayment on any federal grant, and must not be in default on any federal loan received for attendance at any school.

If required, a male student must be registered with Selective Service.

HOW TO APPLY

All students applying for federal student aid, must first submit a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) to the federal processor. This will determine your eligibility. This Application may be obtained from your high school or at any university which participates in Federal Financial Aid. You may also apply for Federal Aid on-line which can be linked from our Financial Aid web site at http://www.byui.edu./

The FAFSA will require you to use information from your tax form and possibly your parent’s tax form if you are single. Other information such as, how many individuals are in your household, number in university, savings accounts, assets, etc. will be needed. We strongly encourage you to contact our office at (208) 496-1013, where our professional counselors are available to help with this application process.

You may also visit our web site for helpful information in completing the FAFSA. One of the questions on the application will ask to list the Title IV Code of Brigham Young University-Idaho. This number is 001625.

After your FAFSA has been sent to the federal processor, they will send you a Student Aid Report (SAR), usually within three to four weeks. The same Student Aid Report will be sent electronically to Brigham Young University-Idaho . This Student Aid Report will determine what types of aid you are eligible for.

TYPES OF AID AT BYU-IDAHO

A Federal Pell Grant is awarded by the U.S. Department of Education on the basis of financial need. The SAR you will receive will determine if you are eligible. You must be an undergraduate student who does not already have a bachelor’s degree. Pell Grants are based on your eligibility, the cost of education, the length of the enrollment period, and the number of credits carried. Pell Grants do not have to be paid back.

The Subsidized Federal Stafford Loan is need-based. The SAR will also determine if you are eligible. Principal and interest payments are postponed while you are enrolled in school at least half time and during your grace period. The federal government pays the interest for you during this time.

The Unsubsidized Federal Stafford Loan is not need-based. You may qualify for this program as long as your educational costs exceed the amount of financial aid awarded. Monthly principal payments are postponed while you are enrolled in school at least half time and during your grace period. You are responsible for paying the interest that accrues on your loan. You can either make interest payments or request the lender to add the accrued interest to the principal balance. This is called capitalization and increases the total amount you will repay.

An Additional Federal Unsubsidized Stafford Loan is available to independent students. Principal and interest terms are the same as the Unsubsidized Federal Loan.

A Parent Loan for Undergraduate Students (PLUS) is available for parents of dependent undergraduate students. The parent may borrow up to the student’s annual cost of attendance minus any financial assistance the student has been or will be awarded during the period of enrollment.

HOW TO APPLY FOR A STUDENT LOAN

If interested in a student loan, you must first complete the FAFSA. Be sure to answer “Yes” to the question that asks “are you interested in student loans” (question 33). If you answer “Yes” to this question, you will automatically be sent loan information within a few weeks after you submit the FAFSA. If you have any specific questions please contact our office.

DEADLINES

Priority Deadline

In order to award a student’s money on time, the Brigham Young University-Idaho Financial Aid Office would prefer the SAR information, loan request, and all other required documents to be turned in at least 2 to 3 months prior to the date you will attend Brigham Young University-Idaho. Students not meeting the Brigham Young University-Idaho deadline will not be denied aid; however, funding may not be available until later in the school year. The Financial Aid Office will not be responsible for any late fees if this deadline is not met.

Mandatory Deadlines

Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA)

The federal processor will not accept any FAFSA after July 1, 2002. We recommend that you start your FAFSA no later than 1 month before your last day of attendance.

Student Aid Report (SAR)

The correct SAR must be received electronically by Brigham Young University-Idaho by the student’s last day of enrollment.

Student Loans

Student Loans must be certified by your last day of enrollment at Brigham Young University-Idaho.

Verification

If selected, the verification process must be completed within 60 days after the student’s last day of enrollment or August 15, 2002, whichever is earlier. Again, it is best to turn in all documents no later than 1 month before your last date of enrollment.

The most important thing to remember is not to procrastinate. It is your responsibility to be aware of all deadlines.

IDAHO PROMISE SCHOLARSHIP

Category B

No application is necessary. All eligible students attending BYU-Idaho will receive a $250.00 per semester scholarship.

To qualify, a student must:

· Be a resident of Idaho

· Have completed high school or its equivalent in Idaho

· Have GPA of 3.0 or an ACT score of 20

· Be entering college for the first time in the 2002-2003 school year or later

· Enroll as a full-time student at an Idaho college or university, and

· As of July 1, 2002, you must be 21 or younger

For more detailed information on deadlines, link to our Financial Aid web site or call us at (208) 496-1013.

VETERANS BENEFITS

If you are receiving Veterans Education Benefits for the first time, you must contact our office to establish eligibility.

If you are a continuing student you must notify us of your enrollment at the beginning of every semester or term you are planning to attend.

For more detailed information on Veterans Benefits, visit our Financial Aid web site or contact our office.

Financial Aid Office

100 Kimball Building

Brigham Young University-Idaho

Rexburg, ID  83460-1610

(208) 356-1013

Athletic Grants-In-Aid

For special assistance contact:

Devin Shaum, Director of Athletics

Hart Building No. 226

BYU-Idaho

Rexburg, ID 83460-0900

Financial Aid Web site:
http://www.byui.edu/FinancialAid/

SCHOLARSHIPS AND AWARDS

Scholarships and awards provide incentives, assistance and recognize outstanding student performance in many areas. Scholarships vary in amount and duration and are based upon individual achievement. They are awarded in the following areas:

Award of Excellence

Based on a combination of Academics (GPA, Adjusted GPA, ACT or SAT), Leadership, Service, Out-of-Class Activities, Essays, Church, and Seminary. Each new freshman applying to Brigham Young University-Idaho will be considered for this scholarship. These scholarships range from full LDS tuition plus $500 for books for one year to quarter tuition for one year.

Departmental Awards

These awards recognize outstanding achievement in a particular discipline. They are available from several departments in varying amounts. These awards require application materials obtained by contacting the individual departments listed below:

Accounting	History
Agronomy/Agriculture	Health Science
Animal Science	Home & Family Education
Architecture/Construction	Horticulture
Art	Interior Design
Automotive	Learning Assistance Lab
Biology	Math
Business Management	Mechanical Engineering & Technology
Child & Family Studies	Music
Communication	Nursing
Computer Engineering	Psychology
Dance	Recreation Leadership
Elementary Education	ROTC
English	Theatre
Geology

Talent Awards (Deadline February 1)

BYU-Idaho offers a number of talent scholarships in a variety of areas ranging from a few hundred dollars to full tuition. Interested students should contact the specific department or talent area for applications. Students should have demonstrated outstanding talent and abilities. Following is a list of talent awards:

Art Music:

Dance Piano

Debate/Forensics Percussion

Journalism Strings

Theater Arts Vocal

Winds

Continuing /Transfer Student Academic Awards

These awards, which vary up to full tuition, are based upon academic performance and a review by the Scholarship Committee. To be considered, students need to have completed 30 semester hours. No application is needed. These awards will be based upon cumulative GPA and credits carried.

Continuing Student Leadership/Need Awards

These awards, which vary up to half tuition, are based upon Leadership/Service at BYU-Idaho and need based upon work, family size/income, etc. Applications are available in the Scholarship Office.

Please come into the Scholarship Office and pick up a new Scholarship Information Booklet listing all awards available.

NOTE: For scholarship consideration, students must have all admissions requirements completed prior to announced deadlines. Students may receive more than one scholarship; however, totals may not exceed full LDS tuition.

FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

BYU-IDAHO

SCHOLARSHIP OFFICE

KIM 120

REXBURG, ID 83460-1616

(208) 496-1087

STUDENT EMPLOYMENT

Students may be assisted in locating both on- and off-campus part-time jobs. On-campus job referrals are based on selected qualifications, availability and existing job vacancies. Job vacancies vary widely throughout the calendar year.

During the fall and winter semesters, all jobs are extremely limited. Any available 2-4 hour block of time between 8 a.m. and 2 p.m. daily and willingness to accept any type of job and work any hours will greatly increase opportunity for work. However, the very best opportunity to get on-campus jobs is during the first or second Summer terms.

Job Application Procedures:

Students are eligible for on-campus employment if they:

1. Are full-time students taking 12 semester, 6 block, or 1 summer term credit(s).

2. Have not yet completed 80 cumulative credits; or graduated.

3. Are not on academic or Dean of Students probation.

Students have the option to go directly to the employers on campus for jobs or come into the Student Employment Office on the “first come, first served” basis. Our job listings will be posted on our job board.

If students are hired by our employers, they must complete all applicable paperwork in the Student Employment Office before they can be process to work.

Federal government regulations require proof of identity and eligibility to work in the Untied States. For a U.S. citizen this requires: 1)a U.S. passport OR 2) an original U.S. Social Security card, or certified birth certificate AND a photo I.D.

The Student Employment Office is located in room 244 of the Kimball Building. For general information call (208) 496-2290.

HOUSING

The goal of Brigham Young University-Idaho Housing is to provide all students with safe and appropriate housing, a peaceful environment, and adequate supervision. All single students must live at home with parents or in approved housing that is limited either to the Brigham Young University-Idaho on-campus residence halls or units on the Brigham Young University-Idaho approved off-campus housing list.

On-Campus Housing

The Brigham Young University-Idaho on-campus residence halls are located convenient to the campus. Parking and utilities are provided with these facilities. Each apartment has a telephone from which local calls may be made without charge. Long distance calls are billable.

Reservations for on-campus housing are made on a first-come-first-served basis. Check our web site for contract options and costs.

The application payment for first-time applicants is $175 and should be sent with the student’s name, social security number, semester(s) attending, home address, and phone number to:

Brigham Young University-Idaho

Housing Office

Kimball 196

Rexburg, ID 83460-1645

(208) 496-1045

For on-line applications see http://www.byui.edu/Housing/

On-Campus Cooking Style

Four residents share the cost of food, do their own cooking, and furnish their own dishes and cooking utensils. Dishwasher & microwave are provided in a furnished two-bedroom, carpeted apartment.

(Women in Perkins, Kerr, Barnes, and Ricks for Fall & Winter Only)

(Men in Ricks for Summer Only)

On-Campus Non-Cooking
(Meal Plan and Room)

Meal plan information is available on-line at http://www.byui.edu/manwaring/galley.htm

Women - Six women share a carpeted and furnished three-bedroom apartment with living room, double-sink bathroom, small refrigerator, freezer, and microwave.

Men - Two men share a room with sink, small refrigerator, freezer, microwave, built-in dressers and desks. The dormitory-type hall has a large shower/restroom facility at the center of each wing.

Off-Campus Housing

A list of approved off-campus housing is maintained on-line by the Housing Office with information about price, facilities, furnishings, etc. Students desiring off-campus housing must make arrangements directly with the landlords.

Summer Housing

The on-campus, cooking-style residence halls are open during the summer for both men and women students. Contact Food Services for summer meal plan options at (208) 496-2251. Some off-campus housing is also available. A list of available housing may be obtained from the Housing Office or visit us on-line at http://www.byui.edu/housing

Family Housing

Newly remodeled, two-bedroom furnished apartments are available for families on campus. Rent includes utilities, heat, and local telephone. A laundry room is available as well as two lounges to provide open space for children to play (when attended by an adult), or to hold group and ward gatherings. Reservations for on-campus family housing are made on a first-come-first-serve basis and for at least a four-month contract. The application/security deposit for first-time applicants is $200 and should be sent with the student’s name, social security number, spouse’s name, address, telephone number, and dates needed. There is a variety of off-campus, family apartments available in Rexburg. A list of information concerning off-campus apartments may be obtained from the Housing Office.

For additional information write:

Brigham Young University-Idaho

Housing Office

KIM 196

Rexburg, ID  83460-1645

(208) 496-1045

housing@byui.edu

http://www.byui.edu/Housing/

BOOKSTORE

The Brigham Young University-Idaho Bookstore provides students with all necessary classroom needs and convenience items. The following tips can help in having a successful experience at the Bookstore:

Rush

You can either buy your textbooks early or use the textbook reservation system to avoid the lines during the first few days of school. Many textbooks are on the shelves up to three weeks prior to the beginning of classes.

Returns

Textbooks that are in resalable condition may be returned through the last day to add/drop classes. There is also a generous return policy on other products.

Buy Back

The Bookstore buys used books at the end of each semester during test week. The number of books bought is contingent upon the estimated course enrollments. Excess books and books not being used again on campus are bought at the same location by a wholesale book company for resale in the national market.

Check Cashing

Checks may be cashed for up to $25 over the amount of purchase. A current student ID must be presented, and student number, local address and telephone number must be clearly written on all checks. Payroll checks or large personal checks may be cashed at the Cashier's Office in the Kimball Building.

Student Charges

All registered students have a charge account set up through the Brigham Young University-Idaho Accounting Office. This charge can be used at the beginning of each semester to purchase textbooks and school supplies. The balance must be paid off within 30 days of the date of purchase. Payments are made at the Accounting Office.

STUDENT HEALTH CARE SERVICES

The Student Health Center, which is opened to all students and spouses, is located in room 120 of the John L. Clarke Building on campus. The staff consists of three physicians, two Family Nurse Practitioners, two nurses, a lab technologist, an X-ray technologist and pharmacist. A health van is maintained for free emergency transportation which can be arranged through Campus Police.

Hours during Fall and Winter Semesters while school is in session:
8 am to 11:45 am & 1 pm to 4:45 pm on Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday.
8 am to 12:45 pm & 3 pm to 4:45 pm on Tuesday.

Hours during Summer terms while school is in session:
9 am to 3 pm Monday through Friday.

The last appointment is taken one half hour before closing. The SHC is closed on holidays and during breaks between semesters and terms.

If a student requires health care we do not provide, a referral to a qualified physician or specialist will be arranged. Most medical specialties are available either in Rexburg or nearby Idaho Falls (30 minutes away). Madison Memorial Hospital is minutes away from Campus.

Except for prescription cards, we do not bill private insurance companies. The students are responsible for submitting the bills to their private companies. In the meantime, their student account can be charged for Health Center services. They will have 30 days before interest is charged to pay the bill. If a student has Brigham Young University-Idaho insurance and no private insurance, the adjustment in their bill is made the day of service

If a student has both Brigham Young University-Idaho insurance and private insurance, the private insurance is ALWAYS the primary coverage and must be billed before the Brigham Young University-Idaho insurance adjustments can be made.

Refer to Financial Policies section for information on Brigham Young University-Idaho Student Health Plan Insurance.

Student Insurance

A DMBA representative is available for questions regarding student insurance and referrals at toll free 1-800-777-3622.

BYU-IDAHO ACADEMIC INTERNSHIPS

An academic internship is a valuable and integral component of a BYU-Idaho education. In most cases, an academic internship is a required element of both associate and bachelor degree-seeking students. A BYU-Idaho academic internship is a cooperative program between the university and approved Experience Providers (employers).

The purpose of an internship is to obtain practical and valuable work experience, to apply skills and knowledge learned in school, and to gain exposure to various job opportunities. Many internships are paid experiences and typically last one academic semester in length. Students are generally encouraged to complete a full-time academic internship.

The Internship Office located in Kimball 244 is the central location to help organize, promote, and coordinate the internship process. The Internship Office is to help with legal problems, act as a resource center, ensure academic consistency, coordinate internship information, and assist with paperwork. A faculty internship coordinator has also been assigned to each academic department/major to assist with the understanding and arrangement of each academic internship experience.

Listed below are general academic internship guidelines:

1) The internship must be directly related to a student’s major or field of study.

2) The faculty department internship coordinator, as well as the university internship director must approve the internship.

3) The internship must be for academic credit using the 198/298/398/498 course numbers. The faculty internship coordinator must approve academic credit.

4) Students registering for academic internship credit must follow all registration guidelines and deadlines.

5) Specifically defined learning objectives, Experience Provider supervision, reports, and a signed “Student Internship Agreement” between the student and the faculty department internship coordinator are necessary to qualify for internship credit.

For additional information regarding academic internships, please contact the BYU-Idaho Internship Office at 208-496-2290 or at www.internships@byui.edu.

CAREER PLACEMENT

The Career Placement Office assists students and alumni of BYU-Idaho with career employment. Services include help with résumé writing, letter writing, interviewing, job leads, and career counseling. Computers, a laser printer, and graphic paper are available to help in writing professional résumés and business letters. Also available are company information and recruitment bulletins.

The Career Placement Office is located in Kimball 244 and is open 8-5 Monday through Friday. Students are invited to visit at their convenience or call 496-2170 for an appointment with one of the counselors.