Idaho State University

Type	4 year, Public
Campus locale	City: Small
Degrees offered	Undergraduate and Graduate
Calendar system	Semester

Student body size	Medium
Dormitory capacity	1,213
Student to faculty ratio	13 to 1
Students retention rate	65%
On-time graduation rate	39%

Located in Pocatello, Idaho, Idaho State is a public, institution that offers undergraduate and graduate degrees. The college operates on a semester-based calendar system, providing students with structured academic terms.

One of the notable aspects of Idaho State University is its open admission policy. This means that all high school graduates and individuals who hold a GED qualification are eligible to apply for admission. This inclusive approach allows a wide range of students to pursue their higher education goals, regardless of their academic background.

Idaho State University is accredited by the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities, ensuring that the institution meets certain standards of quality and effectiveness. This accreditation also allows students to transfer credits to other accredited institutions if they choose to continue their education elsewhere.

With a students-to-faculty ratio of 13-to-1, Idaho State emphasizes small class sizes, fostering a supportive and interactive learning environment.

While the on-time graduation rate at Idaho State is reported to be 39%, it is essential to consider the context of this statistic. For comparison, Idaho state's graduation rate for the 2021-2022 was 43% whereas the national average was 49%.

The retention rate of students at Idaho State is 65% , which is lower than both the state and national averages. The state average retention rate in Idaho is 70%, while the national average is 72%. This indicates that a significant proportion of students who enroll at Idaho State do not continue their studies after the first year.

Accredited by: Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities
The institution provides on-campus housing
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In-State Tuition & Fees

$7,872

Cost of attendance at Idaho State University in 2022 for students from Idaho.

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Idaho's average	$7,163
National average	$8,573

Out-of-State Tuition & Fees

$25,326

Cost of attendance at Idaho State University in 2022 for the out-of-state and international students

See how the college's out-of-state sticker price compares to 4 year , public colleges in the state as well as nationally.

Idaho's average	$20,992
National average	$18,862

Average Grant & Scholarships

In 2022, 86 of freshman students at Idaho State University received on average $8,089 in grant and scholarships from the college, the state and/or the federal government. Below is detail stats of the aid provided to full-time, freshman students.

$8,089

	Students Receiving Aid		Average Amount	Total Amount
Pell Grant	480	39%	$4,722	$2,266,646
Other Federal Grant	1,064	86%	$2,668	$2,838,846
State Grant/Scholarships	246	20%	$3,414	$839,808
Institutional Grant/Scholarships	922	75%	$5,363	$4,944,703
Total Grant & Scholarships	1,066	86%	$8,089	$8,623,357

Graduation Rate

The following chart shows the graduation rate of Idaho State University students who enrolled in 2015 and after. The stat covers all undergraduates registered as full-time students to study a 4-year bachelor's degree program for the first time.

The breakdown shows the graduation rate by race/ethnicity of US students. All international students are represented under one group.

As of August 31, 2021, the average graduation rate of Idaho State University students is 39.1%. Female students graduated at a rate of 41.6%, whereas male students graduated at a rate of 36.2%.

39.1%

asian 64.3% 9 students
African American 26.3% 5 students
white 41.2% 370 students
unknown 33.3% 8 students
hawaiian 50.0% 2 students
hispanic 34.4% 67 students
International Students 32.9% 51 students
Mixed Race 44.6% 29 students

Sport Conferences

Football Big Sky Conference
Basketball Big Sky Conference
Track and Cross Country Big Sky Conference

Athletic Associations

National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA)

Service Offerings

Idaho State University provides the following additional services to its students

On-campus day care for students' children
Remedial services
Placement services for graduates
Academic/career counseling services
Employment services for students

Educational Offerings

Idaho State University offers educational programs in the following categories. Check the programs section to learn more about specific programs that you are interested in.

Academic
Occupational
Postbaccalaureate Recreational or avocational education
Adult basic remedial or high school equivalent

Special Learning Opportunities

Weekend/evening classes
Study abroad
Teacher certification
ROTC - Army

Veteran Services

Member of Service-members Opportunity Colleges
Dedicated point of contact for support services for veterans, military service-members, and their families
Recognized student veteran organization
Credit for military training
Yellow Ribbon Program (officially known as Post-9/11 GI Bill, Yellow Ribbon Program)

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