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Idaho State University is la public four-year university located in Pocatello, Idaho. The school has a student population of just under 13,000. The school offers certificate programs, associate degrees, bachelor’s degrees, master degrees, and doctorate programs. The most popular programs at the school are registered nursing, business administration, physical education, mechanical engineering, and sociology. The majority of students are female at 57%, while males make up 43% of the student population.


Overview of Idaho State University (ISU)


There are more undergraduate students than graduate school students, as is usual. The school offers on campus housing, but students can also live off campus in privately owned apartments and houses. The campus is small as are the classes, with a student to faculty ratio of 13 to 1. This means students can get to know their instructors and get assistance when needed. It also means students can get to know each other better. Pocatello had a lot to offer Idaho State students, especially where outdoor activities are concerned. If you are a winter sports enthusiasts, then you will love the skiing, snowboarding and other winter sports that are popular in the area, as well as hiking, fishing, and other warmer weather activities.

General Information


School Type Public
Campus Setting City: Small
Campus Housing Yes
Student Faculty Ratio 13:1
Graduation Rate 35%
Year Founded 1901

Student Enrollment


Total Students12,402

Undergraduate
10,353
Graduate
2,049

Undergraduate Student

Male 4,452
4,452
Female 5,901
5,901

Graduate Student

Male 881
881
Female 1,168
1,168

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ISU Acceptance Rate and Admissions


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Female NA

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Female NA

Acceptance RateNA

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Enrollment NA

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Admissions
Application Fee $50
High School GPA NA
High School Rank NA
High School Transcripts NA
College Prep Courses NA
Recommendations NA
SAT/ACT NA
TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) NA
Application Deadline Rolling
Common Application Accepted No

ISU Tuition Cost & Financial Aid


Tuition for in-state Idaho State University students is $7,872 and it is $24,494 for out-of-state students. For those who choose to live on campus a school year will cost $23,000 for in-state students and $39,000 for out-of-state students. Ninety-five percent of Idaho State students receive financial aid in the form of Pell Grants, scholarships, and other sources of aid, while 45% of the students take out student loans to cover the costs. The net price per year for students is $13,000. For those who want to lower their out-of-pocket tuition costs, there are a variety of grants and scholarships available. Check with admission counselors at Idaho State as well as school counselors where you attended high school for information on how to tap into these funds. You can also conduct a search on your preferred search engine for scholarships and grants for students.

Average net price 2018-2019
Net Price $13,135
Average Total Aid $6,965
Students Receiving Financial Aid 92%
Room & Board $7,454

Sticker Price


  • Tuition In-State - $7,872
  • Tuition Out-of-State - $24,168
  • Books and Supplies - $1,000
  • Room & Board - $7,454
  • Other - $5,921

Academics


Idaho State has a retention rate of 64% for full-time students and 30% for part-time students. This means that the majority of students that enrolled for their freshman year full-time come back for their sophomore year. Thirty-five percent of students graduate within four years, while 36% graduate within eight. As was mentioned previously, the student to faculty ratio is small, so there’s a better chance to interact with both the instructors as well as fellow students.

These statistics are important because they let a prospective student know what to expect when they attend the school. There is a good chance that they will graduate with the students they started with, so there is a good opportunity to make lifelong friendships and network connections. If a student needs help, it will be available, and instructors should have time to answer questions. And finally, students should be able to finish a degree in a timely fashion. So, if you are looking for a small school with a student body and staff that know each other, while still getting an excellent education and graduating on time, Idaho State is worth a look.

Student Population Total


Student Population 12,402

Undergraduate
10,353
Graduate
2,049
Evening Classes : Yes
Online Learning : Yes

Most Popular Programs & Majors

(# of Diplomas Awarded by Subject)


Health Professions and Related Programs 323 Total Graduates / 28%
Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse 130 Graduates
Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, General 72 Graduates
Clinical Laboratory Science/Medical Technology/Technologist 40 Graduates
Audiology/Audiologist and Speech-Language Pathology/Pathologist 28 Graduates
All Business Majors 164 Total Graduates / 14%
Business Administration and Management, General 54 Graduates
Accounting 31 Graduates
Marketing/Marketing Management, General 25 Graduates
Finance, General 24 Graduates
All Education Majors 88 Total Graduates / 8%
Physical Education Teaching and Coaching 35 Graduates
Elementary Education and Teaching 23 Graduates
Secondary Education and Teaching 17 Graduates
Mathematics Teacher Education 4 Graduates
All Engineering Majors 77 Total Graduates / 7%
Mechanical Engineering 30 Graduates
Civil Engineering, General 23 Graduates
Electrical and Electronics Engineering 14 Graduates
Nuclear Engineering 10 Graduates
All Social Sciences Majors 64 Total Graduates / 6%
Sociology, General 30 Graduates
Political Science and Government, General 19 Graduates
Anthropology, General 10 Graduates
Economics, General 5 Graduates
All Other Diplomas 38%

Outcome & Salary


Idaho State offers a good return on investment. For a four-year degree, the average student earns a yearly salary of $52,000. Graduates from the school on average earn a salary of $42,000 at their first jobs, and by the time they have several years’ experience in the workforce, they are earning closer to $63,000. After 10 years in the workforce graduates have the potential to have earned $689,790 altogether. This means that graduates often find gainful employment that allows them the ability to repay their students loans, and the incomes are well above the national averages. If you are looking for a smaller public university that has a lot to offer and will provide and education that will serve you well, look into Idaho State University.

Graduates Salary
College Grads Early Career Salary $42,100
College Grads Average Salary $68,979
College Grads Mid Career Salary $63,800
Return on Investment (ROI)
10 Year Salary Earnings Potential $689,790
20 Year Salary Earnings Potential $1,327,790
Cost of Education (Net Price) 4 Year $52,540
10 Year Projected ROI $637,250
20 Year Projected ROI $1,275,250
No College Education Salary Comparison
National Average Salary $38,792
10 Year Projected Income $387,920
20 Year Projected Income $775,840

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