where is byu university

Brigham Young University (BYU) is located in Provo, Utah, United States. It is a private research university owned and operated by The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. The main campus sits on approximately 560 acres at the base of the Wasatch Mountains in Provo, Utah. The university was founded in 1875 and is known for its strong affiliation with the LDS Church and its wide range of academic programs.