Idaho State University
About Idaho State University
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Idaho State University is a public university in Pocatello, Idaho. It offers programs in health sciences, engineering, education, and the sciences, and operates the Idaho Accelerator Center, a nuclear physics research facility.
Founded
1901
Location
Pocatello, Idaho
Students
9,810
Institution
Public
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
Open
Admits all qualified applicants
Graduation Rate
39.4%
Below national average
In-State Tuition
$8,610
Out-of-state: $27,720
Avg Net Price
$12,193
After financial aid
SAT Average
Not required
No test scores requested
Median Earnings
$45,608
10 years after enrollment
Admissions
How competitive is getting in?
Selectivity
Open Admission
Every applicant who meets the basic requirements is admitted, so there is no acceptance rate
How to Apply
Test Policy
No test needed
Application Fee
$50
Early
N/A
Deadline
Aug 1
Academics
How strong is the academic experience?
Student Success
Below Average
39.4% complete their degree within six years
Retention
72%
4-Year Grad
20%
6-Year Grad
36%
Teaching Quality
13:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
94%
$/Student
$14.4K
Class Size
Medium
The 20% graduation rate is below average, but 72% of freshmen return for year two. Students are staying, even if completion takes longer than four years.
Tuition & Costs
What will you actually pay?
Tuition & Fees
$8,610
In-State
$27,720
Out-of-State
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
$7,882
Books & Supplies
$1,000
Total Cost of Attendance
$21,527
After Financial Aid
$12,193
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$10,593
Receive Grants
27.9%
Take Loans
23%
The full cost of attendance is about $21,527/yr for in-state students, including $7,882 for room and board. After aid, most pay around $12,193. Out-of-state tuition jumps to $27,720.
Financial Aid
Who gets aid and what happens after
Financial aid comes in two forms: grants and scholarships (free money you don't repay) and loans (borrowed money you pay back after graduating). Here's how students at Idaho State University fund their education.
While in School
27.9%
Get Grants
Free money
23%
Take Loans
Must repay
$35,747
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$20,039
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$212/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
Only 23% of students take out federal loans, and those who do graduate with a median of $20,039. Many students here manage to minimize borrowing.
Student Body
Diversity, gender, and enrollment
From gender balance and racial diversity to age and background, here's a look at who attends Idaho State University.
Gender
59%
Female
41%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
7,583
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
2,227
Graduates
36.1%
First-Gen
23 yrs
Avg Age
18.9%
Age 25+
Women make up the majority at 59% of the student body. 36.1% are first-generation college students, so there's a strong community of students who understand that experience.
Campus Life
What it's like to be a student here
Campus Setting
City: Small
Campus Quick Facts
7,583
Students
public
Institution
Medium
Campus Size
R2 Research
Classification
What This College Offers
Semester calendar
Study Abroad
Yes
AP Credit
Yes
Teacher Cert
Yes
ROTC
Yes
Evening College
Yes
Online Programs
Yes
Job Placement
Yes
Career Counseling
Yes
Sports & Athletics
How seriously this college takes sport
Idaho State University fields 8 varsity teams with 445 student athletes, about 6% of the student body.
Division
NCAA
Division I-FCS
Conference
Big Sky
The league its teams compete in
Varsity Sports
8
Biggest: Track & Cross Country
Student Athletes
445
6% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
49% / 51%
218
Men
227
Women
4
Men's Teams
7
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
Every Varsity Team
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of Idaho State Universityearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$45,608
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
$67K
163 grads
1yr Earnings
Psychology, General
$26K
83 grads
1yr Earnings
Business Administration, Management and Operations
$44K
74 grads
1yr Earnings
Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, General
$33K
73 grads
1yr Earnings
Biology, General
$28K
61 grads
1yr Earnings
English Language and Literature, General
$31K
56 grads
1yr Earnings
Graduates earn about $41K six years out, growing to $46K by year ten. Above average, though your choice of major will be the biggest factor.
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Data sourced from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard Some figures may reflect prior academic years. Our editorial team reviews and updates college profiles to ensure accuracy. If you notice outdated information, please let us know.