Idaho State University

921 S 8th Ave, Pocatello, ID

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:

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.

Admission Requirements & Details

The admission details below may give you an idea of the applicants Idaho State University accepts. The details may include admissions application requirements and recommendations, as well as any AP or college credits that may be transferred.

College Credits Accepted

Dual Credits
Life Experience Credits
AP Course Credits

Student Enrollment

Idaho State University has a total student population of about 13,000. The enrollment breakdown by academic level is 12% enrolling as graduate students and 86% as undergraduate students.

Estimated Costs & Financial Aid

The average "out of pocket" cost of attendance, after any grants and scholarships are considered, is around $13,200. To calculate a more personalized cost visit the net price calculator. There is also a $50 application fee for students applying to the school. The figures listed below are for informational purposes only and do not represent current or future tuition, fees, and expenses.

Tuition & Fees Information

Annual tuition range estimates:
- State Residents: $5,100-$6,100
- Out-of-State: $19,000-$22,200
Part-time students are charged:
- In-State: $340-$410 per unit
- Out-of-State: $560-$670 per unit

Financial Aid Details

The table below breaks down the types of financial aid, the percent of students receiving aid, and average amount of aid per student per year.

	Percent of Students	Average Amount
Any Financial Aid	74%	-
Receiving Grants & Scholarships	67%	$5,920
Receiving Student Loans	47%	$5,965

Academics & Student Services

Student Services

To help support students, Idaho State University may provide services including:

Distance learning
Night and weekend classes available
Remedial courses
Academic counseling for students
Student employment
Assistance to find work
Day care

Graduation Rates

Idaho State University has an overall graduation rate which is close to 34%.

Number of Year to Graduate	Percent of Entering Class
Students Graduating in 4 Years	9%
Graduating in 5 Years	0.5%
Graduating in 6 Years	14%

Specialized Programs & Accreditations

Campus: Idaho State University

Clinical Audiology (Au.D.) Program
Clinical Psychology (Ph.D.) Program
Dental Hygienist Program
Dietetics Program
Massage Therapy & Bodywork Program
Music Program
Associate's Degree in Nursing (ADN) Program
Bachelor's Degree in Nursing (BSN) Program
Nursing (MSN, DSN) Program
Occupational Therapy (OT) Program
Pharmacy (Pharm. D.) Program
Graduate Level Public Health (Outside School of Public Health) Program
Radiology Technician Program
Speech-Language Pathology Program
Elementary and Secondary School Teacher Education Program
Theatre Program

Campus: ISU -- Boise Center

Pharmacy (Pharm. D.) Program
- * Accredited by the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (since 1939)

Intercollegiate Athletics

Idaho State University is a Member of National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA), with many of the sports being in the NCAA Division I-AA classification. The most popular sports played are listed below:

Basketball (Big Sky Conference)
Track and Field (Big Sky Conference)
Football (Big Sky Conference)
Golf

Soccer
Softball
Tennis
Volleyball

Programs Offered

The program list below is organized by areas of study. The programs that have a link will direct you to the program's profile page where you can learn more about education requirements and career pathways.