University of Idaho is a public institution located in Moscow, ID and provides a large number of degree programs for students. As a land grant institution this school is one of the larger public institutions in the state of Idaho. University of Idaho has an annual student enrollment of over twelve thousand.

Areas of study offered at University of Idaho include but are not limited to:

• Psychology
• Legal Professions And Studies
• Education
• Engineering
• Liberal Arts And Sciences

The admissions process will begin with the submission of an application, transcripts, and test scores, which are then evaluated by the admissions staff. Very common standardized test scores among students accepted to University of Idaho are within the range of 20 - 26 on the ACT, or 1430 - 1780 for the SAT exam. University of Idaho accepts approximately 60% of students applying annually. Of those accepted, around 32% registered for enrollment. More information regarding admissions can be found here.

The tuition at University of Idaho varies based on the state of residence of the student. In-state residents pay around $6,400 per year, while out-of-state residents are charged $20,000 per year. Some students at University of Idaho may qualify for financial aid, which is typically offered as scholarships, grants, and loans.

The mascot for University of Idaho is the "Vandals", and they participate in intercollegiate sports through the oversight and organization of the NCAA. Athletic programs available include:

• Basketball (NCAA Division I-A)
• Track & Field (NCAA Division I-A)
• Football (NCAA Division I-A)
• Golf (NCAA Division I-A)
• Soccer (NCAA Division I-A)

Students may visit the University of Idaho website to see a complete list of programs offered, admissions information, and more.

Boise State University is a public college that has a large number of majors available for students to choose from. The school is located in Boise, ID, in a predominantly urban area. Approximately 20,000 students are enrolled per year at Boise State University. Students can choose from many areas of study, including:

• Health And Clinical Professions
• Business And Marketing Studies
• Psychology
• Communications And Journalism
• Education
• Public Administration And Social Services

Students applying for admission are generally asked to submit an application, school records, standardized test scores and any requested application essays, which will then be reviewed by admissions officials. An ACT or SAT exam may be required prior to applying, with scores within the range of 1390 - 1700 on the SAT and between 20 - 25 on the ACT is typical among students accepted to Boise State University. Boise State University accepts approximately 80 percent of applicants yearly. Of those applicants admitted, around 52 percent registered for enrollment.  Additional information from the BSU admissions office can be found by visiting their site. Tuition & fees at this school are different for in-state and out-of-state residents. In-state tuition costs close to $6,100 per year with out-of-state tuition costing $18,000 annually. Housing may be available for those that would like to live on-campus for a cost of $3,900 annually. This school may provide financial aid for students that qualify by way of grants and loans. The mascot for Boise State University is the "Broncos", and they participate in intercollegiate athletics through oversight by the NCAA. Athletic programs available:

• Basketball (NCAA Division I-A)
• Track & Field (NCAA Division I-A)
• Football (NCAA Division I-A)

Students who wish to see more about this school can visit their website at http://www.boisestate.edu.

Lewis - Clark State College provides a variety of educational opportunities for students to assist them in their growth and development. The school is located in Lewiston, ID and publically funded. Approximately four thousand students are enrolled per year at Lewis - Clark State College.

A list of some of the more popular programs offered are:

• Health And Clinical Professions
• Business And Marketing Studies
• Public Administration And Social Services
• Education
• Security And Protective Services

To be considered for admissions, students may be required to complete an application, write a personal statement, and submit any transcripts or test scores, which are then evaluated by admissions staff. The majority of students accepted to LCSC earn an SAT score between 870 to 1080, or an ACT score within the range of 17 to 22. This school has an acceptance rate of around 63 percent of which only 72 percent decided to attend. More information from the admissions office can be found at lcsc.edu.

The tuition at Lewis - Clark State College varies based on the state of residence of the student. In-state residents pay around $5,900 per year and out-of-state residents are charged $16,000 for the year. The cost of on-campus housing is around $3,500 for the year. Financial aid may be offered to students that meet the required requirements by way of grants or student loans.

The Lewis - Clark State College "Warriors" have a number of intercollegiate athletic programs through participation in the NAIA. Sports available may include the following:

• Baseball (NAIA Division I)
• Basketball (NAIA Division I)
• Golf (NAIA Division I)

To see a full list of areas of study, enrollment information, admissions information, and more, please visit the school's website at http://www.lcsc.edu.

Idaho State University, located in Pocatello, Idaho, was originally founded in 1901 by the state senate and was known as the Academy of Idaho. Within 10 years the school had reached over 300 students, requiring the purchase of new land and the construction of new buildings to keep pace with demand. By 1915 the school was renamed Idaho Technical Institute to better reflect its growing role. The end of World War I brought increased enrollment to the school, primarily through veterans seeking educational opportunities. The school was renamed in 1927 to University of Idaho – Southern Branch, then again twenty years later to Idaho State College, at which point it became a four year institutions. 1963 gave the school its final name, Idaho State University, better demonstrating the schools new role as a four year university. Since its change to a university ISU has increased its facilities, program offerings, and has grown to service nearly 16,000 students annually.

Academics

Idaho State University provides a large number of programs, majors, and minors that allow students to ear an associate's, bachelor's, master's or doctoral degree allowing students to choose a path and major that best suits their long term career goals. Associate degree programs take approximately two years to complete and provide training in a given are for workforce development. Bachelor degree programs take four years to complete through a mixture of lower and upper division courses related to the major along with general education courses. Bachelor degrees may be augmented through the addition of a minor degree, requiring the passing of additional courses related to the minor's field of study. Graduate programs are also available, requiring a separate set of prerequisites including having earned a bachelor's (or master's) degree, an excellent academic record and acceptable GRE scores. Graduate programs confer a master's or doctoral degree and typically take between one to two years to complete.

Programs offered include:

• Anthropology
• Criminal Justice
• History
• Social Work
• Cosmetology

Admissions and Financial Aid

Students wishing to enroll at Idaho State University must submit a completed application and have the prerequisite number of high school credits in English, mathematics, science and social studies. Applicants must have a cumulative GPA of at least 2.25 and have a math and English score of at least  12 on the ACT or a math score of 270 and writing score of 370 on the SAT. Review of transcripts, scores, essays and the application will determine whether or not a student will be admitted and Students notifications regarding admissions will be mailed out once the process is complete. If an applicant is admitted they will be provided the information necessary to begin their education. Some programs of study will have additional requirements, including additional math courses, auditions, or more specific high school requirements. Associate degree and non-degree courses will have easier admissions guidelines, and graduate programs will have their own requirements regarding admissions.

Financial aid is available in the form of loans, grants, scholarships and work study programs. Financial aid must be applied for each academic year prior to posted aid deadlines. Students requiring financial assistance must complete and submit a copy of the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), either online or through physical form. Once submitted the information provided will be given to the school in the form of a student aid report (SAR) which will be used to develop a financial aid packet. Recently implemented federal regulations may require that students be randomly selected to give additional financial information to compare to the FAFSA and ensure its accuracy. Scholarships are also available from third parties and require a separate application to be considered for. Scholarships may be awarded for various reasons including cultural, academic, or need. Students may go online or visit the financial aid office to discover scholarships they may qualify for.