ISU Academic Snapshot
Tuition Overview:
- In-State Tuition: $8,610
- Out-of-State Tuition: $27,720
- In-state tuition is affordable, while out-of-state tuition is higher, as is typical for public institutions.
Student Population at ISU:
- Total Enrollment: 13,061, including 2,515 online students
- 10,834 Undergraduate, 2,227 Graduate
- Gender Distribution: 41.3% men, 58.7% women.
- This is a medium-sized institution, offering diverse programs and student activities.
Graduation & Retention Rate
- Graduation Rate: 39%. Lower graduation rate, which may reflect challenges in student retention or completion.
- Transfer-Out Rate: 2%. Few students transfer out, suggesting most students remain through graduation.
- First-Year Retention Rate: 72%. Good retention, typical for many institutions.
Programs & Degrees Offered
- Programs Offered: 310 academic programs available.
- Graduate Programs: 83 graduate-level programs offered.
- Special Programs: Health Professions.
- Degrees Awarded: Certificate, Associate's, Bachelor's, Master's, Doctor's.
ISU Overview
Idaho State University (ISU) is a four-year, public school located in Pocatello, ID. It is classified as Research University with high research activity by Carnegie Classification, also known as R2 University. You can compare their tuition and admission statistics at R2 University comparison page.
The ISU's tuition & fees is $8,610 for Idaho residents and $27,720 for out-of-state students for the academic year 2024-2025. 51% of the enrolled undergraduates have received grants or scholarships, with an average aid amount of $8,931.
The school has a total enrollment of 13,061 and the students to faculty ratio is 14 to 1 (7.14%).
ISU ranked 262nd in National Universities and 4th in Idaho Colleges rankings. Idaho State University is accredited by Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities.
2025 Tuition & Fees and 2026 Estimation
For undergraduate programs, the 2025 tuition & fees of Idaho State University is $8,610 for in-state students and $27,720 for out-of-state students. For graduate programs, its 2025 tuition & fees is $11,522 for in-state students and $30,632 for out-of-state students.
The estimated 2026 tuition & fees for prospective students is $8,872 for Idaho residents and $27,976 for out-of-state students based on the current year tuition changes from last year. The estimated 2026 graduate school tuition & fees is $11,782 for Idaho residents and $31,120 for out-of-state students.
| In-State | Out-of-State |
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| Undergraduate | $8,610 | $27,720 |
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| Graduate | $11,522 | $30,632 |
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| In-State | Out-of-State |
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| Undergraduate | $8,872 | $27,976 |
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| Graduate | $11,782 | $31,120 |
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The estimation for 2025-2026 tuition costs is based on the cost change rates of last year.
Learning Opportunities and Campus Services
Idaho State University offers online classes (distance learning opportunities) for both undergraduate and graduate programs. It has ROTC programs and offers teacher certification programs designed to prepare students to meet the requirements for certification as teachers.
Special Learning Opportunities at ISU
| Learning Opportunities |
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| ROTC | Army |
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| Weekend/Evening College | Yes |
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| Teacher Certification | Yes |
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| Study Abroad | Yes |
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| On-Campus Services |
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| Academic/career counseling service | Yes |
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| Employment services for students | Yes |
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| Placement services for completers | Yes |
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| On-campus day care for students' children | Yes |
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