Summer of Academic Refinement
The 2025 SOAR application is now closed. Decision notifications will begin on May 10th.
SOAR 2025 Dates
Session 1: June 23–27, 2025 | Session 2: July 7–11, 2025WHAT IS SOAR?
SOAR is a BYU college preparation and scholarship program for domestic students. SOAR exposes students to the Church Educational System (CES) schools including BYU- Provo, BYU – Idaho, and Ensign College. Furthermore, students will gain a strong understanding of BYU mission and aims, while providing an on-campus experience. SOAR is designated for students who recently finished their junior year of high school.
* Successful completion of the SOAR program does not guarantee admission to BYU or any of the CES schools. Students must still complete the standard application process and will be evaluated by the admissions office: apply.byu.edu.
**Note: Students' financial need is considered as part of the scholarship evaluation process. To be evaluated, students must submit the BYU Scholarship Application and FAFSA. For FAFSA questions please contact your MSS advisor.
BENEFITS OF SOAR





