Figuring out those last couple credits for your BYU-Idaho class schedule can be a difficult task. The last thing you want to do is sign up for a class that is going to add a lot to your workload. Lucky for you, we’ve compiled a comprehensive list of elective classes that you can take to get you to the right credit amount. Keep in mind that with most classes, the higher the credits, the harder the class will be.
Pro tip: We also recommend looking for first or second block classes. These allow you to get those credits out of the way!
1 Credit Classes
GS 103K: Time Management & Concentration
GS 103L: Note Taking & Textbook Study
GS 103M: Critical Thinking & Test Taking Skills
GS 107: Technology Basics
GS 111: Realize Vision
GS 170: Career Development
ESS 100: Aerobic Fitness
ESS 101: Water Aerobics
ESS 127: Archery
ESS 130: Body Weight Management
ESS 160: Swimming Beginning
ESS 161: Swimming Intermediate
ESS 178: Weight Training
ESS 212: Sports Officiating: Indoor Sports
ESS 213: Sports Officiating: Outdoor Sports
DANCE 131: Jazz Dance, Beginning
DANCE 135: Tap Dance, Beginning
DANCE 140: Modern Dance, Beginning
DANCE 170: World Dance, Beginning
DANCE 171: Clog Dance, Beginning
DANCE 180: Social Dance, Beginning
DANCE 190: Ballet, Beginning
LR 111: Research Skills
AUTO 125: Automotive Ownership & Maintenance
FIN 433: Personal Finance
MUSIC 158: Supplemental Music Lessons
MUSIC 314: Concert Choir
MUSIC 315: University Choir Men
MUSIC 316: Bella Voice
MUSIC 329: University Band
2 Credit Classes
GS 101: Personal Achievement
GS 102R: Strategies for Academic Success
ESS 204: Aerobic Fitness Techniques
ESS 205: Intramurals
PUBH 132: Personal Health and Wellness
FCS 207: Apparel Construction 1
FCS 240: Food Preparation
MUSIC 104: Group Vocal Instruction
MUSIC 105: Class Piano Instruction Level 1
MUSIC 109: Group Guitar/Ukulele Instruction Level 1
MUSIC 156: Basic Piano
Any Religion Class (Code: REL)
3 Credit Classes
GS 294: Decision Making and Leadership
ENG 107: College Reading
ESS 264: Lifeguarding
CIT 110: Introduction to Excel
ART 107: Design and Color
HORT 235: Floral Design
FCS 140: Intro to Interior Design
COMM 102: Public Speaking
Your BYU-Idaho Class Schedule
Some of these classes are harder than others, but it might be the perfect way to fill your BYU-Idaho class schedule. If there are any other classes you can think of that helps fill up a schedule, comment below!
*Last updated for Winter 2025