Hi all! I'm thinking about applying to BYU. Does anyone know about the racial diversity on campus? I'd like to get a feel for the university's demographics. Thanks in advance!
Hello! Brigham Young University (BYU) is a private university owned by The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, and the majority of its student population consists of members of the LDS Church. As a result, the racial and ethnic diversity on campus tends to be somewhat limited compared to other universities.
According to BYU's Fall 2023 enrollment statistics, the racial and ethnic breakdown of the student body is as follows:
- White: 80.7%
- Hispanic/Latino: 8.0%
- Asian: 1.7%
- Black or African American: 0.4%
- American Indian/Alaska Native: 0.2%
- Native Hawaiian/Other Pacific Islander: 0.6%
- Two or more races: 4.3%
- International Students: 2.8%
- Unknown: 1.3%
Although the majority of BYU students identify as white, there are still various cultural clubs and organizations on campus that help support, connect, and celebrate the experiences of students from diverse backgrounds. It's important to remember, however, that each individual's experience of diversity on campus will be unique, so you may want to connect with current students or alumni to get a firsthand perspective on what the BYU community is like.
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