BYU Independent Study offers more than just courses; it provides accessible and flexible education. We welcome everyone, from high school students seeking opportunities to curious individuals interested in lifelong learning. We aim to create an environment that fosters opportunity, exploration, and growth. You'll be amazed by the discoveries you'll make with us. We'll explore 12 surprising aspects of BYU Independent Study that you may not have known about:
It can be a challenge to figure out which classes you want to take in high school. You have some freedom to pick and choose when it comes to your electives, but not so much when it comes to the core classes.
Most high schools have a required curriculum that every student must take in order to graduate, and it generally looks something like this: 4 years of English, 3–4 years of math (3 is required; 4 is optional), 2–3 years of history/social studies, and 2–3 years of science.
Scheduling classes and fitting prerequisites into your schedule can be challenging.
Are you thinking about taking a course and are not sure how to do it? Here are the basic steps students take from picking a BYU Independent Study course to transferring earned credit to their school.
We’re all about teaching and sharing knowledge with the BYU Independent Study (BYU IS) community. We hope you will find valuable ideas that help you succeed in online education.
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“We are very thankful for the courses you offer and the credibility they carry with universities.”
—HS counselor, Oregon
“We are very thankful for the courses you offer and the credibility they carry with universities.”
—HS counselor, Oregon
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BYU Independent Study
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770 E University Pkwy
Provo UT 84602
