How strict is BYU dress code?

The dress and grooming of both men and women should always be modest, neat, and clean, consistent with the dignity adherent to representing The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and any of its institutions of higher education.

Can girls wear pants at BYU?

Clothing—avoid being sloppy or inappropriately casual; no baggy/saggy pants; pants must be worn at the waist; no underwear should be visible.

What is not allowed at BYU?

Abstain from alcoholic beverages, tobacco, tea, coffee, vaping, marijuana, and other substance abuse. Participate regularly in Church services. Respect others, including the avoidance of profane and vulgar language.

Does BYU allow tank tops?

Athletic shorts and performance attire are acceptable only in the athletic and housing areas. Shorts worn in other areas on campus must be knee-length. Please--no sleeveless shirts or tank tops. Dress standards are strictly enforced in the cafeterias and on the main campus.

Can I have a mustache at BYU?

Men should be clean shaven. If worn, mustaches should be neatly trimmed.

BYU-I and Dress Code Changes

Does BYU allow tattoos?

In fact, 14 different pages show players with tattoos. Another two pages show midriffs on women. BYU policy permits students to have tattoos but counsels against getting them while studying at the university. Getting one while student does count as an Honor Code infraction.

Can men have piercings at BYU?

Men are expected to be clean-shaven; beards are not acceptable. Earrings and other body piercings are not acceptable.

Can you wear flip-flops at BYU?

The BYU-Idaho dress and grooming standards prohibit students and faculty from wearing overalls, flip-flops, hats, shorts and capris on campus.

Does BYU allow nose piercings?

Earrings and other body piercing are unacceptable. Shoes should be worn in all public campus areas.

Does BYU allow Coke on campus?

Brigham Young University has ended a decades-long policy barring caffeinated soft drinks from its campus. To those unfamiliar with the practices of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, that may not seem like a big deal.

Does BYU have a curfew?

BYU's curfew is part of the BYU Honor Code and commits students to leave apartments of members of the opposite gender at midnight and 1:30 a.m. on Friday nights. In a survey of 250 BYU students, only 50 percent said they consistently keep curfew.

Why is BYU infamous?

As a graduate of BYU's law school, I'm of the view that BYU is most notorious for being the motivation behind Spencer W. Kimball's “revelation” giving the priesthood to African Americans and other discriminated blacks.

Can you wear skinny jeans at BYU?

"We don't have a policy against skinny jeans. One department on campus took our honor code and they interpreted it in their own way," he said. "University officials went to the Test Center, educated them, and the signs were taken down."

Can I have dyed hair at BYU?

Hair should be clean, neat, modest, and avoid extremes in styles and colors.

Is BYU really strict?

The BYU dress and grooming standards of the Honor Code are straightforward and strict: Shoulders and midriffs covered, knee-length or longer bottoms, men are to always be clean-shaven. There's even a standard on sideburn length.

Did BYU change LGBTQ policy?

Current policies

BYU continues to ban same-sex romantic behavior such as dating, holding hands, and kissing as of August 2023.

Can you have long hair at BYU?

As stated in the Dress and Grooming Expectations, hair should be “neat, modest and avoid extremes.” The intent of this standard for men is that hair should be cut short and neatly trimmed.

Can boys wear shorts at BYUI?

Modest length shorts may be worn at specified outdoor activities and recreational events but are otherwise not acceptable campus attire. Modest casual attire may be worn at specified indoor activity or recreational events. Concert and Drama Attire: The minimum standard for men will be shirt and tie.

Can you wear sweats at BYU?

BYU dress and grooming standards are strictly enforced in the cafeteria; therefore, please remember to bring pants, sweats, or knee-length shorts to wear at mealtimes. Flip-flops, slippers, swimsuits, and tank tops are not permitted in the cafeteria.

Do students at BYU party?

Party Scene

Tons of raging parties almost any night of the week. Lots of options Wednesday-Saturday. Some decent frat/house parties, weekends only. Good parties are few and far between.

Does BYU allow shorts?

Yes. For example, students on each campus will be allowed to wear shorts, provided those shorts are in keeping with the principles and expectations given.

Are leggings allowed at BYUI?

Allowed: Solid, black, form-fitting pants (yoga, leggings, tights, etc.)

Do BYU students get married?

And in this culture of courtship, there are a lot of newlyweds. One out of every four students on the BYU campus is married.

What are the rules for chastity at BYU?

The law of chastity is taught firmly within the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. In essence, the law of chastity is a commandment given from God to abstain from sexual relations outside of marriage. This includes abstinence before marriage and complete fidelity to one's spouse after marriage.

Can you not have a beard at BYU?

All male university employees are required to adhere to the Church educational System Honor Code and the BYU Dress and Grooming Principles and Expectations which state that "Men should be clean shaven."