Overview
Brigham Young University is sponsored and operated by the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints. Founded in 1875, BYU is the largest privately owned, church-sponsored university in the United States, with approximately 1,500 faculty members and 30,000 students. Students represent all fifty states and more than ninety other countries. In keeping with an inscription at the entrance of the campus, The World is Our Campus, the University offers students many local and international learning experiences. Facilities and programs include a 793-acre research farm, a PBS television station, a 3-million-volume library, and study centers in Washington, D.C.; London; Vienna; and Jerusalem. Programs also extend into South America, the Middle East, Africa, Eastern Europe, and other parts of the world.

The College of Nursing was established in 1952. Following in the footsteps of pioneer nurses and midwives, College alumni have established a legacy of service as clinicians, nurse practitioners, administrators, educators, health and welfare missionaries, and scholars. The University and the College of Nursing endeavor to provide students with the broad-based education and skills necessary for becoming professionals and informed citizens.
There are approximately 50 students in the graduate program. Students gain knowledge and are provided opportunities to develop the commitment to service and lifelong learning. Students are highly recruited.

The Community
The University is nestled at the foot of the beautifully rugged Wasatch Range of the Rocky Mountains. The campus is the focal point of the Provo/Orem community of 163,000 people. The valley lies 45 miles south of Salt Lake City; it is bounded on the west by Utah Lake and on the east by the Wasatch Mountains. The setting offers a variety of recreational opportunities, including numerous ski resorts, mountain climbing, and spectacular national parks.

Programs of study and degree requirements
The Brigham Young University (BYU) College of Nursing offers a Master of Science (M.S.) degree as a family nurse practitioner (FNP). A post-master's family nurse practitioner degree is available for those who have already received a master's degree in nursing. Graduates are eligible to make application for certification examinations. The program can be completed in six semesters of full-time study.

Facilities & Resources
The research center offers work-space for faculty members and students, research resources, research journals, and eight computer work stations. Current software includes several programs for quantitative and qualitative data analysis, media presentation preparation, scanning, and word processing. Statistical consultation services are available to students with data analysis during the thesis/project process.

Expenses and Aid
Tuition at BYU is charged on the basis of the student's membership or nonmembership in the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints (LDS). Full-time graduate nursing students enrolled in the fall or winter semester pay $2,930 if they are LDS members or $3,895 if they are nonmembers. Those enrolled in the spring or summer term pay $1,365 if they are LDS members or $2,447 if they are nonmembers. Part-time tuition per credit hour is $314 for LDS students and $422 for non-LDS students. During fall and winter semesters, full-time study consists of 8.5 or more hours, and for spring and summer terms it consists of at least 4.5 credit hours. The graduation fee is $20.

Financial Aid:
Tuition scholarships are available, along with research and teaching assistantships. State and federal monies specific to nurses are also available. University loans and Federal Stafford Student Loans are also available

Housing/Living Expenses:
A variety of on-campus and off-campus housing is available. Married housing is available with one to three bedrooms and ranges in price from $390 to $585 per month. Single student housing is available and ranges from $1000 to $3,300 per semester, depending on whether meals are provided. A large number of off-campus apartments are also available.

How to Apply
Applicants can obtain application forms from the University Web site listed below, or the Office of Graduate Studies, B-356 ASB, Provo, Utah 84602-1339 (telephone: 801-422-4091). Application packages should include a statement of intent for graduate education, official transcripts of previous academic work, standardized test scores, and three letters of recommendation from former instructors or employers. Application may be made online or by regular mail. The deadline for submission of the form and supporting documents is December 1. Entry to both M.S. programs is restricted to spring semester. A personal interview with faculty members and completion of a short writing exercise are necessary. The application fee is $30.

Who to Contact
Brigham Young University
Graduate Program
400 Spencer W. Kimball Tower
Provo, Utah 84602

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