Boise State University vs Brigham Young University-Idaho vs University of Idaho
This page compares Boise State University, Brigham Young University-Idaho, and University of Idaho — three of the largest and best-known bachelor's-granting institutions in Idaho. Brigham Young University-Idaho has the largest enrollment (44,397). Ten years after enrollment, median earnings are highest at University of Idaho ($54,670). Highlighted cells mark the most favorable value in each row.
Side-by-side metrics
Data from College Scorecard institution-level records. Lower is better for tuition, net price, and debt; higher is better for earnings, graduation, enrollment, and admission selectivity where shown.
| Metric | Boise State University | Brigham Young University-Idaho | University of Idaho |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sector | Public | Private nonprofit | Public |
| In-state tuition | $9,048 | $4,800 | $9,084 |
| Average net price | $21,610 | $8,221 | $14,831 |
| Median student debt | $20,500 | $13,969 | $21,982 |
| Enrollment | 17,674 | 44,397 | 7,747 |
| Graduation rate (150% time) | 60.2% | 55.5% | 57.3% |
| Earnings 6 years after entry | $45,251 | $40,447 | $42,602 |
| Earnings 10 years after entry | $51,658 | $53,406 | $54,670 |
| Admission rate | 87.2% | 95.8% | 75.5% |
| Average SAT score | N/A | 1,118 | 1,116 |