Applying to Physical Education (PETE)

If you're looking to become a PE teacher or coach, then PETE (physical education teacher education) is the major for you! This program is filled with hands on learning experiences and awesome opportunities to be active. The PETE program is fantastic because it's actually an open major, meaning everyone who applies is accepted! There are application deadlines in the Fall, Winter, and Summer to start the program in the following semester. The specific deadline dates will be released as they become available.

Step 1 - Declare your pre-major online by completing the following steps

1. Go to mymap.byu.edu

2. Sign in with your Net ID and password

3. In the "Tools" section on the left-hand side of the screen, select "Change Major Request"

4. Click "Request a change of major"

5. Choose your desired pre-major from the drop down

6. Check the applicable boxes and click "Submit." It may take a few days for your request to be processed

You can also contact the Advisement Center by phone, email, or in person to declare your pre-major. Find ways to contact your advisor or schedule an appointment here.

Step 2 - Complete Prerequisite Courses and Other Requirements

• NDFS 100

• SFL 210 - Human Development

• PETE 227 - Fitness for Life

Note that you must meet basic skill requirements in order to be accepted into the PETE program. These are determined through ACT and SAT scores (including writing), but there are ways to make up for not reaching the requirements. Contact your academic advisor to learn more about these requirements and what make up tests you can complete in place of ACT and SAT scores if necessary.

Step 3 - Start your Application

Check out the website, https://education.byu.edu/ted/pete to find application due date.

To start your application

1. Log in to educator.byu.edu

2. Select the “Applications” tab

3. Select “Start a New Application”

4. Fill out basic information and complete required tasks

Step 4 - Ensure your Basic Skills Tests Meet Requirements

You are required to meet basic skill requirements in order to be accepted into the PETE program. These are determined through ACT and SAT scores (including writing), but there are ways to make up for not reaching the requirements. Contact your academic advisor to learn more about these requirements and what make up tests you can complete in place of ACT and SAT scores if necessary.

Step 5 - Pass the BCI/FBI Fingerprint Background Check

You are required to pass an FBI Background Check and have your fingerprints taken. To do this, first fill out the background check linked in the application. Then, take the background check sheet, your social security card, and a photo ID with you to MCKB 350 where your fingerprints will be taken. The whole process only takes around 10 minutes and costs $10 (charged to your financial account). To learn more, watch this video created by the McKay School.

Step 6 - Declare your Major

Once accepted into the program, you will receive an email to confirm. The advisement center will remove your pre-major status and add the major to your records.

Note: All McKay School students are encouraged to meet with an advisor to create a Graduation Plan.

We hope this was helpful to you as you plan ahead for your major! Feel free to schedule an appointment with a student ambassador (here) or your academic advisor if you have any questions! Can't wait to see you around the McKay School!