Introduction to Institute & Policy

The Institutes of Religion program of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints provides religious education for young adults ages 18 to 35. Institute provides an opportunity for students to strengthen their commitment to Jesus Christ and conduct a comprehensive study of the scriptures and words of modern-day prophets. Institute students may find guidance and direction from the Holy Ghost. This guidance can help them make important life decisions as students learn together and strengthen one another.

“One of the greatest opportunities to learn, gather and lift others is found at Institute. We live in a day when noise and confusion are common. In contrast, at Institute you will:

Learn to distinguish truth from error

Build your relationship with Heavenly Father and His Son, Jesus Christ

Find direction and discover answers to life’s greatest questions

Meet others to help you along the covenant path

Meet people whom you may choose to date and marry

Prepare to love and lead like the Savior.

I invite you to consistently attend institute. I also encourage you to invite friends to share in these same blessings. I promise that your time in institute will bring the Savior's peace, joy and divine love.

President Dallin H. Oaks

Why Choose to Attend Institute

"Consistently attending institute is as predictive of life-long discipleship as being born in the covenant, serving a mission, or being sealed in the temple."

(Correlation Research Department Studies)