University of Idaho
University of Idaho

University of Idaho

Moscow, ID, USA
Public
4 Year

Overview

Founded in 1889, the University of Idaho is a 4-year public school in northwest Idaho and the oldest public institution in the state. The U of I hosts 10 colleges granting undergraduate and graduate degrees in over 300 fields of study. In addition to classroom space, the U of I’s Collegiate Gothic-style campus houses a botanical garden and arboretum. Taking advantage of the campus location, the U of I Outdoor Program plans a number of adventure trips for activities including whitewater rafting, rock climbing, and backpacking.

Acceptance Rate:
74%
Average Net Price:
$14,929
Campus Setting:
Suburb or town
Average GPA
3.4
Average ACT Composite
23
Average SAT Composite
1137

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Tuition, Cost & Aid

Affordability & Cost

Average Net Price
$14,929
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Tuition
In-State Tuition In-state tuition is the tuition charged by institutions to those students who meet the state's or institution's residency requirements. In-district tuition is the tuition charged by the institution to those students residing in the locality in which they attend school and may be a lower rate than in-state tuition if offered by the institution.
$8,816
Out-of-State Tuition Out-of-state tuition is the tuition charged by institutions to those students who do not meet the state’s or institution’s residency requirements. Out-of-district tuition is the tuition charged by the institution to those students not residing in the locality in which they attend school.
$29,784
Additional Costs
Room and Board The weighted average for room and board and other expenses is generated as follows:
  • (amount for on-campus room, board and other expenses * # of students living on-campus.
  • + amount for off-campus (with family) room, board and other expenses * # of students living off-campus with family
  • + amount for off-campus (not with family) room, board and other expenses * # of students living off-campus not with family)
divided by the total # of students. Students whose living arrangements are unknown are excluded from the calculation. For some institutions the # of students by living arrangement will be known, but dollar amounts will not be known. In this case the # of students with no corresponding dollar amount will be excluded from the denominator.
$10,380
Books and Supplies
$1232
Average Net Price By Family Income
Income
Average Amount
< $30k
$9,789
$30k - $48k
$11,310
$48k - $75k
$13,517
$75k - $110k
$16,279
$110k+
$18,948
Financial Aid: visit page
Financial Aid Email: [email protected]

Aid & Grants

0
100
75%
Need Met
Students Receiving Gift Aid Percent of undergraduate students awarded federal gift aid. Federal gift aid includes any grant or scholarship aid awarded, from the federal government, a state or local government, the institution, and other sources known by the institution.
25%
Average Aid Per Year
$11,105
Students Receiving Grants Percent of undergraduate students awarded grant aid. Grant aid includes any grant or scholarship aid awarded, from the federal government, a state or local government, the institution, and other sources known by the institution.
25%
Average Federal Grant Aid Per Year
$2,699
Average Institution Grant Aid Per Year
$10,268

 

Students receiving state aid
22%
Average State Grant Aid Per Year
$3539
Students receiving federal aid
100%
Average Federal Grant Aid Per Year
$2,699
Total Needs Based Scholarships/Grants Total amount of grant or scholarship aid awarded to all undergraduates from the federal government, state/local government, the institution, and other sources known to the institution.
$19,064,962
Total Non-Need-Based Scholarships/Grants
$19,701,671

Student Loans

Students Borrowing Loans Loans to students - Any monies that must be repaid to the lending institution for which the student is the designated borrower. Includes all Title IV subsidized and unsubsidized loans and all institutionally- and privately-sponsored loans. Does not include PLUS and other loans made directly to parents.
36%
Average Loan Amount Per Year
$5,572
Average Debt at Graduation The median federal debt of undergraduate borrowers who graduated. This figure includes only federal loans; it excludes private student loans and Parent PLUS loans.
$16,750
Median Monthly Loan Payment The median monthly loan payment for student borrowers who completed, if it were repaid over 10 years at a 5.05% interest rate.
$215
Students receiving federal loans
35%
Average Federal Loans Per Year
$4,906
Average Other Loans Per Year
$11,165

 

Admissions

Key Admissions Stats

Institution Type
Public
  • Not for Profit
  • Coed

Need Aware

This school may consider an applicant’s financial situation when deciding admission

Level of Institution
4 Year
Campus Setting
Suburb or town
0
100
74%
Acceptance Rate
13393
Students Applied
68%
Transfer Acceptance Rate
490
Transfer Students Admitted

Admissions Requirements

SAT
SAT is not checked
No
ACT
ACT is not checked
No
Transcript
Transcript is checked
Yes
Test Optional
Item is checked
Yes
SAT Subject Tests
Item is checked
Yes
AP Course Credit
Item is checked
Yes
Dual Enrollment
Item is checked
Yes

Important Deadlines

Application TypeApplication DeadlineReply Deadline
Fall Regular DecisionAugust 31
Application Fee
$50
Applications Accepted
Common Application
Common Application
State-Specific Application
State-Specific Application

Admitted Student Stats

In-State Students
57%
Out-Of-State Students
44%
9%
Submitting ACT
65%
Submitting SAT
Average ACT Composite: 23
0
36
Average SAT Composite: 1137
0
1600
SAT Percentiles

Math
25th
490
75th
620
Reading
25th
500
75th
630
3.4
Average GPA
Students Enrolled By GPA

3.75+
32%
3.50 - 3.74
20%
3.25 - 3.49
18%
3.00 - 3.24
14%
2.50 - 2.99
14%
2.00 - 2.49
3%
Students Enrolled By Class Rank

Top 10%
16
Top 25%
37
Top 50%
67
Students Enrolled By Household Income

< $30k
170
$30k - $48k
110
$48k - $75k
127
$75k - $110k
84
$110k+
101

Admissions Resources

Admissions: visit page
Admissions Email: [email protected]
Admissions Telephone: 208-885-6362
For International Student Services: visit page
For Students with Disabilities: visit page
For Veteran Services: visit page

Academics

Key Academic Stats

Highest Degree Offered
Doctorate
Total Number of Students
11,507
Total Number of Undergrads
8,809
0
100
37%
Graduate in 4 Years US National: 28%
0
100
59%
Graduate in 6 Years US National: 52%
Student:Faculty Ratio
16:1
US National: 21:1
Academic Calendar

Semester

Non Traditional Learning
  • Online Classes
  • Online Undergrad Degrees
  • Summer Sessions
  • Combined Institution Double Degree Programs
  • Some Programs Requires Co-Op/Internship
Learning Options
  • ROTC Army
  • ROTC Air Force
  • Study Abroad
  • Honors Program
  • Teacher Certification Offered
Classroom Sizes

2-19 Students
64%
20-39 Students
25%
40-99 Students
6%
100+ Students
3%
 

Degrees and Majors

MAJORS
140

Faculty Overview

0
100
82%
Faculty With Terminal Degree US National: 36%
Gender
Male
Female
Ethnicity

Asian/Pacific Islander
White
Hispanic
Multi-Racial
Unknown

Campus Life

Key Campus Stats

Student Gender
Male
Female
49%
51%
Residency
In-State Students
57%
Out-Of-State Students
44%
Size of Town
Suburb or town
US States Represented
50
Countries Represented
60
Ethnicity
African American
1%
Asian/Pacific Islander
2%
Hispanic
11%
Native American
1%
White
76%
Multiracial
4%
Unknown
2%
Percent of First Generation Students
32%
Student Organizations
200
LGBTQIA Student Resource Groups
Item is checked
Yes
On Campus Women's Center
Item is checked
Yes
Cultural Student Resource Groups
Item is checked
Yes

Housing

0
100
37%
Undergrads Living on Campus
On-campus living required of freshman
No
Disability Housing Available
Yes
0
100
43%
Freshman Living on Campus

Athletics

Divisional Sports Nickname
Vandals
School Colors
silver and gold
Varsity Athletics Association
NCAA
Varsity Athletics Conference Primary
Big Sky Conference
Total Male Athletes
168
Total Female Athletes
149
Intramural Sports
20
Sports Club
7
Sports Team (Men)
  • Basketball
  • Cross Country
  • Football
  • Golf
  • Tennis
  • Track and Field
Sports Team (Women)
  • Basketball
  • Cross Country
  • Golf
  • Soccer
  • Swimming
  • Tennis
  • Track and Field
  • Volleyball
University of Idaho Athletics: visit page

Campus Safety

24-HR security patrol
24-HR security patrol is checked
Yes
Campus emergency phones
Campus emergency phones is checked
Yes
24-HR escort safety rides
Item is checked
Yes
Mobile campus emergency alert
Item is checked
Yes

After Graduation

Post Grad Stats

Average Salary
6 years after graduation
$47,000
Top 5 Cities
Spokane
Boise
Seattle
Portland
Pocatello
Top 5 Employers
University of Idaho
Micron Technology
Washington State University
Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories
Idaho National Laboratory
Top 5 Sectors
Business Development
Education
Operations
Engineering
Sales
Average Debt at Graduation The median federal debt of undergraduate borrowers who graduated. This figure includes only federal loans; it excludes private student loans and Parent PLUS loans.
$16,750
Loan Default Rate
7%
National: 8%
Median Monthly Loan Payment The median monthly loan payment for student borrowers who completed, if it were repaid over 10 years at a 5.05% interest rate.
$215
The professors are approachable and friendly, and with small class sizes it isn't hard to get in touch with the teacher for help. Also, with campus wide WiFi internet and the library combined, there is easy access to whatever course data you will need
Nate from Payette, ID
I am learning so much at this school! I love being at a university over a trade school, because the education I'm recieving is more rounded. I get to learn a little about everything, and I love that variety. I've taken classes from history of rock & roll to astronomy to acting. I'm a theatre major, and although the department is small, it's well worth it. I am learning a little bit about everything in the theatre area, and I love it all!
Carrie from Viola, ID
Being a music major, I have been thrown right into the classes that I need to be a successful music teacher. I am about to start my fourth semester at the University of Idaho, and I feel like I have already learned quite a bit.
Rachel from Moscow, ID
The University of Idaho can't be beat. Its unfathomably immense network of generous Alumni ensure its students an opportunity for growth in every way. If the University disappoints, you're doing something wrong.
Bradley from Nampa, ID
At the University of Idaho, many students find themselves learning about scuba diving, archery, rock climbing, film music, the history of Rock&Roll, and so much more. The university has many exploration courses to get you out of your rut.
Tyler from Moscow, ID
The professors teach only what they know. For instance even when the teacher is absent from class and a replacement is there to take their place, that substitute is also a teacher of the subject they are covering for. I remember in high school when a substitute was whoever the school could find to teach whether or not they majored in the subject. The teachers are very understanding and are always open to work with each student, even when it's a class of 400. A lot of teachers are open to communicating when you miss a class and that makes it a little bit easier when it comes to emergencies.
Jordan from Moscow, ID
University of Idaho I think is a great school that should be considered seriously. I have personally met many professors and students that were both friendly and brilliant that attend this school. Even with the large class sizes, it has never stopped my goals of success with my education.
Matt from WA
I took college classes in high school, so I was able to dabble in my chosen field my first year of school, which was really great. I have a very specific major (Geography with GIS certificate), and the teachers here are very knowledgable and helpful. There is an wonderful variety of classes here; everyone should be able to find something they enjoy. University of Idaho also gets a lot of points from me because their Geography Department is impressive enough for me to come all the way from TX for this education!
Jenna from Georgetown, TX
As the saying goes you learn something new everyday however when I'm here I feel as if I'm learning something new every second. I'm not only learning academically I'm also learning about myself. I'm learning who I am while changing and growing even more as a person.
Brooke from Moscow, ID
So far I have been impressed with the range of subject matter for classes available to take here. Those classes that I have taken (apart from my least favorite subject of math- it was required) I have enjoyed and have gained much from. The English department is wonderful and the Spanish is as well. I absolutely love my Spanish professor and have gained a greater understanding of the language from her and am also planning on going on a year abroad in Ecuador thanks to her.
Danielle from Moscow, ID