by our College Data Analytics TeamIs BYU - I worth the money? College Factual’s value analysis weighs the quality of education against the cost. Here is the verdict.
BYU - I is ranked #244 out of 3,211 schools for value nationwide, earning a value grade of A+ (top 1% for value). Within Idaho, it ranks #1 of 14 for value.
Among the majors BYU - I offers, these rank best for value nationally.
| Major | National Value Rank |
|---|---|
| Agriculture | #1 of 2 |
| L&scaping & Groundskeeping | #1 of 5 |
| Soil Science & Agronomy, General | #1 of 8 |
| Soil Sciences | #1 of 10 |
| Interior Design Management | #1 of 112 |
| Business Administration / Management | #1 of 141 |
| Construction Management | #1 of 64 |
| Modeling, Virtual Environments & Simulation | #1 of 15 |
| Computer Science / Programming | #1 of 15 |
| Teacher Education | #1 of 106 |
Read the full BYU - I value report below — how it ranks within its state, how it ranks nationwide, what a degree actually costs, and whether it makes financial sense.
Brigham Young University-Idaho is ranked #5 out of #15 in Idaho for quality and #1 out of #14 for Idaho value.
Do you qualify for in-state tuition? Check the BYU - I financial aid page to be sure.
Brigham Young University-Idaho is ranked #244 out of 3,211 for value nationwide.
The quality education Brigham Young University-Idaho provides combined with its relatively low cost makes this school a great value.
Averaged across all students — those who receive aid and those who pay full price — a year at BYU - I costs about $12,656. Over a standard four-year bachelor's program, that adds up to an estimated $50,625 for the degree.
| Amount | |
|---|---|
| Sticker Price (before aid) | $15,261 / year |
| Net Price (students receiving aid) | $8,221 / year |
| Average Cost (all students) | $12,656 / year |
| Estimated 4-Year Cost | $50,625 |
*The average cost weights the net price paid by aid recipients against the sticker price paid by everyone else. The 4-year figure assumes the standard bachelor's length; your actual time to graduate and price may differ.
There are many ways to lower the cost of a college education. Consider in-state tuition, transfer credits, or finishing your degree faster. Learn more about BYU - I net price and the factors that affect it.
The price you actually pay depends on your circumstances — most students do not pay the full sticker price.
Here is how the estimated 4-year cost of a BYU - I degree breaks down by aid group, against its national value ranking.
| Nationwide Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students with No Aid | $61,044 | — | — |
| All Students | $50,625 | #244 | A+ |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $32,884 | — | — |
| In-State Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students with No Aid | $61,044 | — | — |
| All Students | $50,625 | #1 | A |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $32,884 | — | — |
*College Factual publishes a single overall value ranking (the All Students row). The cost rows show what each aid group pays toward the same degree.
You can also see how the average net price at BYU - I shifts with family income:
| Family Income | Avg Net Price / Year |
|---|---|
| $0–$30K | $3,102 |
| $30K–$48K | $4,175 |
| $48K–$75K | $5,457 |
| $75K–$110K | $8,757 |
| Over $110K | $12,309 |
About 37% of BYU - I undergraduates receive grant or scholarship aid, averaging $7,921 per year. Get more details on the BYU - I financial aid you may qualify for.
College Factual determines value by weighing a school’s average total cost against its educational quality, then comparing it to other schools in the same quality tier. See the BYU - I net price page for the cost detail.
Read the full Best for the Money Ranking Methodology.