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The advanced path to a degree requires a more detailed application process and is primarily for U.S. students with significant previous university and online learning experience. *
Information for International Students
Students who live in countries outside the United States or Canada are encouraged to start their degree program through the preferred path, which begins with PathwayConnect. For international students particularly, the requirements for admission to PathwayConnect are simpler and more affordable.
(If you previously completed PathwayConnect, click here for information about next steps to continue your degree.)
Higher price than the preferred path
Completely Online
Worthiness interview required
Eligibility
The following are requirements for admission to BYU-Pathway Worldwide via the advanced path:
- Agree to live by the CES Honor Code.
- Be in good standing (academic and financial) at any institution of higher learning previously attended.
- Be clear of any unresolved legal action (probation, fines, listed on a registry, etc.).
- Have daily access to a computer with high-speed internet.
- Earned a cumulative GPA of 2.0 or higher in high school (or equivalent) and any previous university courses taken, OR earned a minimum 3.0 program GPA in PathwayConnect academic courses (PC101/101L, PC102/102L, PC103/103L).
- Have access to a smartphone and/or computer with internet and webcam/video chat capabilities. Learn more about the technology requirements for each degree.
Application process
- Submit transcripts for all credits earned from United States accredited universities
- Meet with your local Church leaders for a worthiness interview to get an ecclesiastical endorsement
- Submit additional materials, which may include:
- High school/secondary transcripts (or equivalent)
- ACT/SAT scores
- TOEFL test scores (for non-native English speakers). Applicants who do not score high enough can consider enrolling in EnglishConnect .