BYU-I ARS First Fall 2026

Join us for an in-person FCC amateur radio exam session hosted at BYU–Idaho, sponsored by the W5YI Volunteer Examiner Coordinator (VEC). This session is part of our Student Pilot Program, but anyone with an interest in getting licensed is invited to register.

What You Need to Know ✅ Pre-registration is preferred as it makes things easier.

📜 ID Requirements: Bring a valid photo ID (Driver's license and student ID's are valid).

FCC FRN Number: Required for exam registration. ➤ New applicants can register for one here: https://apps.fcc.gov/cores/html/Register_New_Account.htm

💵 Exam Fee: $14 USD — (Students get fee's waived) Exam fee's for non-student applicants can be accepted via cash in person, venmo or paypal at the test session. Please note the fee must be payed prior to taking the exam.

📄 Upgrading? Bring a copy (printed or digital) of your current license.