Many students at BYU choose to start and grow their families while also pursuing their education. BYU has several resources available to students to support them as they balance school and family life.
Title IX covers gender-related issues, including pregnancy, birth, and postpartum needs, and the Title IX Office can help students understand what kinds of support are available to them. Please reach out to Title IX directly and as early as possible to discuss options and resources available to you.
Here are some examples of situations in which you might seek a Title IX modification for your pregnancy:
- Pregnancy symptoms are interfering with your schoolwork (e.g. morning sickness, fatigue, hyperemesis gravidarum)
- Planning your recovery from delivery (it is recommended you start the supportive measure process in advance of your due date) or if you have a complicated delivery and need additional support
- You are suffering from a postpartum mood disorder, such as postpartum depression, anxiety, or panic
While many students are able to stay in school while pregnant, we recognize this might not be the best option for everyone. Here are some additional options for how to continue your education while pregnant:
- Take BYU Online classes
- Enroll in Independent Study classes
- Take fewer classes per semester (but keep in mind that part-time and three-quarter-time enrollment have different tuition implications)
- Request an Incomplete Contract, which allows you to finish a class over a longer time period than the semester
- Consider taking a leave of absence if appropriate in your situation (the Title IX Office can help with this)
The Title IX Office is here to assist pregnant students in these and many other ways, so please reach out if you are in need!