Return Missionary (Mission Deferment)
Return missionaries who have not attended or earned credits, completed a mission deferment prior to entering the MTC, and are returning to BYUH. Admissions (opens in a new tab) manages the listing of deferred students returning from a mission.
Return Process
Domestic (U.S.)
International (Non-U.S.)
You are a returned missionary who have permanent residency in the United States
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Update Your Return Status
9 months before your return semester, you will receive a reminder email from mission_deferment@byuh.edu (opens in a new tab)about your return process.
- If you wish to return earlier or later than planned, please email mission_deferment@byuh.edu (opens in a new tab) your preferred semester and reason for the request. Our Admission Officer will have the final approval.
- If you wish to cancel your return, please complete the Cancellation of Admittance Form. (opens in a new tab)
- If you are returning for the semester you originally selected, please follow the instructions below.
Ecclesiastical Endorsement
All domestic return missionaries are required to have an updated ecclesiastical endorsement (opens in a new tab) within one year of the semester they are returning to.
- You are responsible for scheduling appointments with the appropriate Church leaders (Mission President, Bishop, or Stake President) and
- Email mission_deferment@byuh.edu (opens in a new tab) once you have completed your endorsement. Failure to do so may result in the loss of your eligibility to return to BYU–Hawaii.
- The Academic Honesty Policy (opens in a new tab)
- The Dress and Grooming Standards (opens in a new tab)
- The applicable Residential Living Standards (opens in a new tab)
Start Endorsement (opens in a new tab)
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Complete Your Intent to Enroll (ITE) Process
Once we receive your Ecclesiastical Endorsement and your return is approved, check your email for "BYU–Hawaii Intent to Enroll" (ITE). You must Accept and complete ALL necessary steps that follow your acceptance.
After ITE Completion:
- Create your student account.
- Complete the New Student Onboarding Checklist (sent via email after completing your ITE).
- Clear any holds on your student account
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ACT/SAT & Offiical High School Transcript
Double-check with Admissions (opens in a new tab) to ensure your Official High School Transcript, ACT, or SAT scores have been submitted. Failure to submit these documents will result in a hold on your student account.
Send ACT Score (opens in a new tab) Send SAT Score (opens in a new tab)Submit Official Transcripts
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Apply for the Return Missionary Voucher Award
The Return Missionary Voucher (RMV) Award is a recruiting scholarship to award exemplary missionaries who reside or have served in Oceania and the Asia Pacific Rim but do not qualify for the IWORK Work-Study Program.
Learn More & Apply (opens in a new tab)
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Apply for the Hukilau Work-Study Program
The Hukilau Work-Study Program at BYU–Hawaii provides financial support to qualified students, allowing them to graduate debt-free while gaining valuable work experience.
Learn More & Apply (opens in a new tab)
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You are a return missionary who requires a visa in order to enter the United States.
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Update Your Return Status
9 months before your return semester, you will receive a reminder email from mission_deferment@byuh.edu (opens in a new tab)about your return process.
- If you plan to cancel your return, please complete the Cancellation of Admittance Form. (opens in a new tab)
- If you plan to return earlier, later or return for the semester you originally selected, please follow the instructions below.
Refresh and Resubmit Your Application
Resubmitting your application allows us to receive your updated financials, which will be used for your reapplication for financial aid, visa documents, or both.
- Click "Apply Online".
- In your "About Me" section, answer the following questions accordingly:
- Have you attended BYU–Hawaii before? → Select "Yes".
- Enter your student ID.
- Select "Enrolled in on-campus classes."
- Fill in the rest of your application, you will only need to complete one return essay—simply write "Mission deferment" in the text box.
- Ensure your application is submitted before the deadline.
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English Proficiency Test Waiver
Your previous English Proficiency Test from your initial admission will be honored regardless of whether it is expired or not.
- Please notify Admissions (opens in a new tab) at the start of your application, and they will waive the requirement for you.
Apply for the Return Missionary Voucher Award
The Return Missionary Voucher (RMV) Award is a recruiting scholarship to award exemplary missionaries who reside or have served in Oceania and the Asia Pacific Rim but do not qualify for the IWORK Work-Study Program.
Learn More & Apply (opens in a new tab)
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