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Boise State University

Type 4 year, Public
Campus locale City: Midsize
Degrees offered Undergraduate and Graduate
Calendar system Semester
Student body size Large
Dormitory capacity 3,158
Student to faculty ratio 20 to 1
Acceptance rate 83%
Students retention rate 76%
On-time graduation rate 54%

Located in Boise, Idaho, Boise State is a public, institution that offers undergraduate and graduate degrees. The college operates on a semester-based calendar system, providing students with structured academic terms.

The acceptance rate of 83% indicates that Boise State is open to a wide range of applicants, providing opportunities for a diverse student body.

Boise State University is accredited by the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities, ensuring that the institution meets certain standards of quality and effectiveness. This accreditation also allows students to transfer credits to other accredited institutions if they choose to continue their education elsewhere.

Boise State boasts an impressive student retention rate of 76% , indicating that the majority of students choose to continue their education at the institution. This number surpasses both the state and national averages of 70% and 72%, respectively.


  • Accredited by: Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities
  • The institution provides on-campus housing

Acceptance Rate

Fall 2021 admitted students

83.1%

In-State Tuition & Fees

$8,060

Cost of attendance at Boise State University in 2022 for students from Idaho.

See how the college's in-state sticker price compares to 4 year , public colleges in the state as well as nationally.

Idaho's average $7,163
National average $8,573

Out-of-State Tuition & Fees

$24,980

Cost of attendance at Boise State University in 2022 for the out-of-state and international students

See how the college's out-of-state sticker price compares to 4 year , public colleges in the state as well as nationally.

Idaho's average $20,992
National average $18,862

Average Grant & Scholarships

In 2022, 76 of freshman students at Boise State University received on average $10,476 in grant and scholarships from the college, the state and/or the federal government. Below is detail stats of the aid provided to full-time, freshman students.

$10,476
Students Receiving Aid Average Amount Total Amount
Pell Grant 589 21% $4,655 $2,742,068
Other Federal Grant 904 33% $4,156 $3,757,180
State Grant/Scholarships 285 10% $3,419 $974,546
Institutional Grant/Scholarships 1,735 63% $9,838 $17,069,362
Total Grant & Scholarships 2,081 76% $10,476 $21,801,088

Graduation Rate

The following chart shows the graduation rate of Boise State University students who enrolled in 2015 and after. The stat covers all undergraduates registered as full-time students to study a 4-year bachelor's degree program for the first time.

The breakdown shows the graduation rate by race/ethnicity of US students. All international students are represented under one group.

As of August 31, 2021, the average graduation rate of Boise State University students is 53.6%. Female students graduated at a rate of 57.9%, whereas male students graduated at a rate of 48.4%.

53.6%

  • asian 52.4% 22 students
  • African American 39.1% 18 students
  • white 56.8% 874 students
  • unknown 33.3% 4 students
  • hawaiian 46.1% 6 students
  • hispanic 52.1% 150 students
  • International Students 24.0% 25 students
  • Mixed Race 51.5% 53 students

Sport Conferences

  • Football Mountain West Conference
  • Basketball Mountain West Conference
  • Track and Cross Country Mountain West Conference

Athletic Associations

  • NCAA
    National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA)

Service Offerings

Boise State University provides the following additional services to its students
  • On-campus day care for students' children
  • Remedial services
  • Placement services for graduates
  • Academic/career counseling services
  • Employment services for students

Educational Offerings

Boise State University offers educational programs in the following categories. Check the programs section to learn more about specific programs that you are interested in.
  • Academic
  • Occupational
  • Postbaccalaureate Recreational or avocational education

Special Learning Opportunities

  • Weekend/evening classes
  • Study abroad
  • Teacher certification
  • ROTC - Army

Veteran Services

  • Member of Service-members Opportunity Colleges
  • Dedicated point of contact for support services for veterans, military service-members, and their families
  • Credit for military training
  • Yellow Ribbon Program (officially known as Post-9/11 GI Bill, Yellow Ribbon Program)

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