Idaho State University Acceptance Rate & Tuition (2026)
Idaho State University is a public research university in Pocatello, Idaho, serving roughly 7,583 students. Idaho State University awards degrees and certificates tracked in federal College Scorecard and IPEDS reporting. Published tuition for full-time study is about $8,610 per year before aid; net price varies by family income. Median earnings about ten years after entry reach about $45,608 among students who received federal aid.
Key Facts
- 2024 Undergraduate Tuition: $8,610
- 2024 Average Net Price: $12,193 After Financial Aid
- 2024 Acceptance Rate: N/A Moderate Selectivity
- 2024 Enrolled Students: 7,583 82.2% Full-Time
- 2024 Graduation Rate: 39.39%
- Carnegie Classification: Doctoral Universities: High Research Activity
- First-Generation Students: 36.1%
- Tuition trend: In-state tuition increase of 5.0% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Net price trend: Average net price increase of 0.7% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Full-Time Faculty: 94.0%
- Undergraduate Enrollment: 12,939
- Room & Board: $7,882 annual estimate
Idaho State University: what the data shows
Common questions about Idaho State University, answered from College Scorecard and IPEDS in this repository.
Where is Idaho State University?
Idaho State University is located in Pocatello, ID (ZIP 83209).
NCES locale classification: Town.
Is Idaho State University public or private?
Idaho State University is a Public institution.
How much does Idaho State University cost?
Published tuition: $8,610 in-state, $27,720 out-of-state.
Average net price after aid: $12,193.
| Family income band | Avg. net price |
|---|---|
| Family income $0–$30,000 | $10,593 |
| $30,001–$48,000 | $10,011 |
| $48,001–$75,000 | $11,538 |
| $75,001–$110,000 | $14,483 |
| $110,001+ | $16,288 |
Sticker tuition × four years (estimate, no room/board): $34,440.
How big is Idaho State University?
Total enrollment: 7,583 students.
Undergraduate enrollment: 12,939 students.
Graduate enrollment: 2,227 students.
About 82% enroll full-time in our extract.
What is the graduation rate at Idaho State University?
150%-time completion rate: 39.39%.
First-year retention: 72.0%.
What do graduates of Idaho State University earn?
Median earnings: $41,377 six years after entry; $45,608 ten years after entry (College Scorecard).
How much debt do students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers: $20,039.
27.94% of students receive Pell grants.
What is Idaho State University known for?
Largest IPEDS program completions at this institution:
- General Studies (296 completions)
- Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse (172 completions)
- Spanish Language and Literature (106 completions)
- Psychology, General (103 completions)
- Business Administration and Management, General (102 completions)
- Health Professions and Related Programs (99 completions)
- Pharmacy (76 completions)
- Physician Associate/Assistant (70 completions)
- Social Work (65 completions)
- Diesel Mechanics Technology/Technician (56 completions)
See ROI & Programs for more.
Is Idaho State University a good school?
We do not score schools on opinion. Federal data in our extract show completion rate 39.39%; median earnings $45,608 at 10 years; net price $12,193. Compare these figures to your cost, aid, and career goals.
Tuition & Cost
Tuition Costs
$8,610
2024 Undergraduate Tuition
In 2024, the cost of tuition at Idaho State University was $8,610.
Tuition comparison with similar institutions.
Average Net Price
$12,193
2024 Value
In 2024 Idaho State University had an average net price — the price paid after factoring in grants and loans — of $12,193.
Average net price comparison with similar institutions.
Total Cost of Attendance
$48,772 Estimated 4-Year Total Cost
$12,193 Average Annual Net Price (after aid)
$34,440 4-Year In-State Tuition
$110,880 4-Year Out-of-State Tuition
$7,882 Room & Board (annual, on-campus estimate)
$1,000 Books & Supplies (annual estimate)
$17,492 Estimated Annual Sticker (tuition + room/board + books)
$69,968 Estimated 4-Year Sticker (before aid)
4-year total cost breakdown for Idaho State University.
Financial Aid by Income Level
27.94% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Grants
22.99% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Loans
Financial aid distribution by income level.
Student Loan Default Rate
0.00%
3-year cohort default rate (College Scorecard)
The published 3-year cohort default rate for borrowers at Idaho State University was 0.00%.
Cohort default rates account for borrowers who default in the first three years.
Tuition tracker
Published tuition and average net price by reporting year come from the College Scorecard institution file. Values are not adjusted for inflation; missing cells mean the field was not reported or was suppressed for Idaho State University in that year.
Reporting years in the table below: 2013–2023 (Scorecard labels refer to the institutional submission cycle).
| Year | In-state tuition & fees | Out-of-state tuition & fees | Average net price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | $6,344 | $18,676 | $15,104 |
| 2014 | $6,566 | $19,326 | $16,014 |
| 2015 | $6,784 | $20,182 | $16,257 |
| 2016 | $6,956 | $21,023 | $16,481 |
| 2017 | $7,166 | $21,942 | $16,689 |
| 2018 | $7,420 | $22,940 | $16,679 |
| 2019 | $7,872 | $24,168 | $16,810 |
| 2020 | $7,872 | $24,494 | $17,410 |
| 2021 | $7,872 | $25,326 | $17,410 |
| 2022 | $7,958 | $25,936 | $17,203 |
| 2023 | $8,356 | $27,466 | $17,324 |
Sticker tuition and net price over time
Where the institution reported separate in-state and out-of-state tuition, both appear. Gaps mean the value was not reported for that year.
College Scorecard reporting-year fields (not inflation-adjusted).
Net price by family income
Brackets follow Scorecard definitions for the series shown (public vs private institution).
Latest income-band net prices available in the processed extract.
Acceptance Rate & Admissions
Acceptance Rate
Acceptance rate data is not available for this institution.
Acceptance rate compared to national average.
Test Scores
Test score data is not available for this institution.
Average SAT and ACT scores for admitted students.
Academic Requirements
GPA requirements are not published by this institution. Contact the admissions office for specific academic requirements.
Estimated GPA and test score ranges.
Enrollment & Student Demographics
Idaho State University reported total enrollment of about 7,583 students in the latest College Scorecard extract. The student body is about 41% male and 59% female. Enrollment by race and ethnicity includes White (70.1%), Hispanic or Latino (15.8%), and Race/ethnicity unknown (3.9%). About 27.94% of undergraduates receive Pell Grants. Roughly 36.1% of students are first-generation college students.
Full-Time vs Part-Time Enrollment
82.2% Full-Time Enrollment
The total enrollment at Idaho State University in 2024 is 7,583 students.
Undergraduate enrollment is about 12,939 students. Graduate enrollment is about 2,227 students.
Full-time vs part-time enrollment comparison.
Retention Rate over Time
72.0%
2024 Retention Rate
Retention rate measures the number of first-time students who began their studies the previous fall and returned to school the following fall.
Retention rate over time compared to similar institutions.
Enrollment by Race & Ethnicity
The largest enrollment share in our College Scorecard extract is White at 70.1%.
Shares are for total enrollment (undergraduate and graduate combined when reported).
College Scorecard student demographics.
Graduates & Outcomes
Time to Complete
19.45% 100% Completion Time
39.39% 150% Completion Time
In 2024, 19.45% of students graduating from Idaho State University completed their program within 100% "normal time".
Completion rates over time compared to similar institutions.
Completions by Sex (Top Programs)
- General Studies: 34% male / 66% female
- Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse: 19% male / 81% female
- Spanish Language and Literature: 22% male / 78% female
IPEDS completions by sex for the five largest programs (aggregate CIPs excluded).
Completions by Race & Ethnicity
Combined IPEDS award counts across reported programs; largest group: White.
Summed across program completion records in our extract.
ROI & Programs
Financial value and program information for Idaho State University.
Return on Investment
$20,039 Median Student Debt
$45,608 Median Annual Earnings (10 years)
43.94% Debt-to-Earnings Ratio
835.13% Return on Investment
4.4 years Estimated Payback Period
Financial value analysis for Idaho State University.
Top Programs by Completions
10 largest programs by IPEDS completions (of 141 reported codes; aggregate/unknown CIP buckets excluded).
1. General Studies: 296 completions
2. Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse: 172 completions
3. Spanish Language and Literature: 106 completions
4. Psychology, General: 103 completions
5. Business Administration and Management, General: 102 completions
6. Health Professions and Related Programs: 99 completions
7. Pharmacy: 76 completions
8. Physician Associate/Assistant: 70 completions
9. Social Work: 65 completions
Most popular programs at Idaho State University.
Employment Outcomes
Employment outcome data is not available for this institution.
Earnings outcomes for Idaho State University graduates.
Operations
Instructional staffing and expenditure indicators for Idaho State University from College Scorecard (not a full IPEDS finance statement).
Instructional Resources
- Full-time faculty share: 94.0%
- Average faculty salary (Scorecard): $8,941
- Instructional expenditure per FTE: $14,363
Endowment and detailed non-instructional staff counts require IPEDS Finance/HR surveys and are not in this extract.
Scorecard instructional metrics where reported.
About
Idaho State University is a public institution located in Pocatello, ID, classified as Doctoral Universities: High Research Activity. In the latest IPEDS completions in our extract, the largest programs by awards were General Studies, Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Spanish Language and Literature. Enrollment is approximately 7,583 students. Student body composition includes White (70.1%), Hispanic or Latino (15.8%), Race/ethnicity unknown (3.9%). The 150%-time completion rate is 39.39%. Approximately 27.94% of students receive Pell Grants. About 36.1% of students are first-generation college students.
Institution Type
Public
Carnegie Classification: Doctoral Universities: High Research Activity
Location
Pocatello, ID 83209
Region: Rocky Mountains
Insights and Analysis
Graduation Rate Considerations: The 39.39% graduation rate at Idaho State University falls below the national average. Prospective students should carefully consider factors such as academic preparation, support services, and career outcomes when evaluating this institution.
Diverse Program Offerings: With over 141 distinct degree programs, Idaho State University provides students with a wide range of academic options. This diversity allows students to explore various fields and find programs that align with their interests and career goals.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Idaho State University located?
Idaho State University is located in Pocatello, ID.
How much does Idaho State University cost?
Reported tuition is $8,610 and average net price is $12,193 in the latest College Scorecard data. On-campus room and board is estimated at $7,882 annually.
What is the student body demographics at Idaho State University?
Idaho State University reports undergraduate enrollment of about 12,939 students, White (70.1%), Hispanic or Latino (15.8%) in federal College Scorecard data.
How many first-generation students attend Idaho State University?
About 36.1% of students at Idaho State University are first-generation college students.
What do graduates of Idaho State University earn?
Median earnings are $41,377 six years after entry and $45,608 ten years after entry.
What is the graduation rate at Idaho State University?
The 150%-time completion rate is 39.4% for the cohort reported to the College Scorecard.
How much debt do Idaho State University students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers is $20,039.
Is Idaho State University public or private?
Idaho State University is a public institution located in Pocatello, ID.
Is Idaho State University an HBCU?
No. Idaho State University is not flagged as an HBCU in the IPEDS institutional directory.
Is Idaho State University a tribal college?
No. Idaho State University is not flagged as a tribal college in IPEDS.
Is Idaho State University a Hispanic-serving institution (HSI)?
Using a 25% Hispanic enrollment threshold on College Scorecard demographics, Idaho State University does not meet that proxy (reported share 15.8%).
Is Idaho State University religiously affiliated?
No religious affiliation is reported for Idaho State University in IPEDS institutional characteristics.
Data Sources
This page uses data from the following sources:
- College Scorecard - U.S. Department of Education
- Institutional characteristics, costs, completion rates, and earnings data
- Data years: 2015-2024
- Source: collegescorecard.ed.gov
- Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS)
- Employment and wage data by occupation
- Latest data: May 2024
- Source: bls.gov/oes
- O*NET Online - U.S. Department of Labor
- Occupational skills, knowledge, abilities, and work activities
- Database version: 28.0 (August 2023)
- Source: onetcenter.org
- IPEDS (Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System) - National Center for Education Statistics
- Institutional data, completions, enrollment, and financial aid
- Data years: 2015-2024
- Source: nces.ed.gov/ipeds
- Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS)
- Demographic and workforce data
- Latest data: 2023 ACS 5-Year Estimates
- Source: census.gov/acs
- Related geography & profiles
- Idaho college costs
- Idaho colleges by ROI
- Rocky Mountains regional profile
- All state profiles
- Regional profiles
- National benchmarks
- School directory
- All schools in Idaho
Data Processing: All data has been processed, cleaned, and aggregated for presentation. Where specific data points are unavailable, estimates are based on available data and clearly marked.
Last Updated: Data reflects the most recent available information as of January 2025.
Methodology
Data for this profile is sourced from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard dataset, which provides comprehensive information on institutions of higher education in the United States.
All financial figures are adjusted for inflation and represent the most recent available data. Graduation rates and completion times are calculated according to federal standards.