C
Average
Score: 49/100
Overall (traditional)
C+
Outcome Rating
64/100 · earnings-weighted

College of Eastern Idaho

2-Year Public
📍 Idaho Falls, Idaho 83404
ℹ️
Rating Context: ⚠️ Limited Data Available. Some metrics for this institution are incomplete or unavailable, which may affect the overall grade. Consider researching this school directly for the most current information.

Suggested Focus: For this type of institution, we recommend prioritizing the Outcomes Score (C) which measures graduation and job placement rates — the most relevant metrics for career programs.
Graduation Rate: 35%
Outcomes
C
49/100
Affordability
B
65/100
Resources
B
67/100
Experience
D
38/100
Prestige
F
23/100

Two ratings: the overall grade compares colleges the conventional way (outcomes, cost, resources, experience, reputation). The Outcome Rating asks what students earn: 60% wage-adjusted earnings 10 years after enrolling, 25% graduation, 15% retention. Methodology

Quick Stats

2,565
Total Enrollment
35%
Graduation Rate
64%
Retention Rate
13.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
N/A
Acceptance Rate
$8,463
Avg Net Price
🏠 Housing Market Near College of Eastern Idaho ▼

58% of first-year students live off campus and not with family (U.S. Dept. of Education, IPEDS). Upper-year students at most universities move off campus at much higher rates, so near-campus rental demand is typically larger than this figure suggests.

Avg Home Value
$420,474
Avg Monthly Rent
$1,738
1-Year Change
+4.3%

Earnings, Debt & Completion

What happens to students who enroll at College of Eastern Idaho, from the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard.

$42,057
Median earnings 10 yrs after entry
$37,934
Median earnings 6 yrs after entry
$12,000
Median debt at graduation
38.7%
Completion rate (within 150% of normal time)
35%
Students receiving Pell grants

Typical debt at graduation equals about 29% of one year’s median earnings ten years after entry.

Earnings rank: 76th percentile among associate-degree-focused colleges after a partial adjustment for local wage levels (ID wage index 0.88). This drives the Outcome Rating.

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, retrieved Oct 2026. Earnings are for federally aided students who enrolled, whether or not they graduated.

Earnings by Major at College of Eastern Idaho

Median pay of associate's degree graduates by field of study, and how each program ranks against every college reporting that major — by raw pay and adjusted for state wage levels. Same school, very different paychecks.

Major1 yr after4 yrs aftervs. nationalRank (pay)Rank (wage-adj.)Median debt
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing$57,062$72,712-10%#808 of 962#719$20,197
Precision Metal Working—$54,229-4%#43 of 66#34—
Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications—$51,792-6%#64 of 87#53—
Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions$33,617—————
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities$29,507————$8,500

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, field-of-study data. Earnings are for graduates who received federal aid and were working; small programs are not reported.

For parents & investors

The College of Eastern Idaho Town Property Report

  • Avg home value near campus: $420,474
  • Avg rent near campus: $1,738/mo
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 83404 (3.2% cap, Idaho Falls)

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🏆 Where College of Eastern Idaho Ranks

Rankings based on Repit College Grade among schools offering each program.

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Radiation Protection/Health Physics Technician
of 2 schools

Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $4,360 $6,720

Financial Aid

82%
Receive Any Aid
52%
Receive Pell Grants
60%
Take Out Loans
$8,463
Avg Net Price

Net Price by Family Income

Family Income Average Net Price
$0 - $30,000$5,879
$30,001 - $48,000$7,012
$48,001 - $75,000$7,967
$75,001 - $110,000$11,859
$110,001+$12,921

Programs & Career Paths

Top Degree Programs

Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.

Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies 152 grads/yr Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse 101 grads/yr Radiation Protection/Health Physics Technician 30 grads/yr Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications 26 grads/yr Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training 21 grads/yr Operations Management and Supervision 19 grads/yr Energy Systems Technology/Technician 15 grads/yr Computer and Information Systems Security/Auditing/Information Assurance 14 grads/yr Surgical Technology/Technologist 14 grads/yr Welding Technology/Welder 14 grads/yr Medical/Clinical Assistant 13 grads/yr Dental Assisting/Assistant 11 grads/yr Diesel Mechanics Technology/Technician 11 grads/yr Digital Marketing 9 grads/yr Entrepreneurship/Entrepreneurial Studies 7 grads/yr Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician 5 grads/yr Accounting Technology/Technician and Bookkeeping 5 grads/yr Legal Studies 5 grads/yr Machine Tool Technology/Machinist 2 grads/yr Electrician 1 grads/yr

Related Career Paths

Careers that graduates from College of Eastern Idaho's top programs commonly pursue.

Postsecondary teachers, all other
$78k/yr 183,400 jobs
Registered nurses
$94k/yr 3,391,000 jobs
Nursing instructors and teachers, postsecondary
$80k/yr 91,600 jobs
Health specialties teachers, postsecondary
$106k/yr 289,600 jobs
Nuclear technicians
$104k/yr 6,000 jobs
Occupational health and safety technicians
$58k/yr 31,900 jobs
Health technologists and technicians, all other
$49k/yr 178,800 jobs
Computer and information systems managers
$171k/yr 667,100 jobs

Student Demographics

2,565
Total Students
62%
Women
34%
Traditional Age (18-24)
58%
Off-Campus Renters

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 72%
Hispanic 13%
Black 1%
Asian 1%
Two or More 3%

🏠 Living Arrangements

Off-Campus (Renters) 58%
With Family 43%
🏘️ Rental Demand: ~1,475 students need off-campus housing

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 46%
Hybrid (Some Online) 29%
Fully Online 25%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 34%
25-64 (Adult) 22%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at College of Eastern Idaho?
Acceptance rate data is not available for this institution. Many schools with open enrollment or specialized programs do not report traditional acceptance rates.
How much does it cost to attend College of Eastern Idaho?
Tuition at College of Eastern Idaho is $4,360 for in-state students and $6,720 for out-of-state students . However, the average net price after financial aid is $8,463.
What is the graduation rate at College of Eastern Idaho?
The graduation rate at College of Eastern Idaho is 35%. This graduation rate is low, which may reflect the institution's student population, program types, or other factors worth investigating.
Is College of Eastern Idaho a good school?
College of Eastern Idaho has a Repit College Score of 49/100 (Grade: C). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (C): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (B): Net cost and financial aid access
  • Resources (B): Class sizes and selectivity
  • Experience (D): Campus life and learning format
  • Prestige (F): Reputation and recognition
Note: As a smaller institution, we recommend focusing on the Outcomes score when evaluating this school.
How many students attend College of Eastern Idaho?
College of Eastern Idaho has a total enrollment of 2,565 students.
Is there rental demand near College of Eastern Idaho?
Yes! Approximately 58% of students at College of Eastern Idaho live off-campus (not with family). That's roughly 1,475 students who need rental housing near campus. This represents significant rental demand, which affects housing availability and pricing in the Idaho Falls area.

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Data source: IPEDS 2023-24 | Last updated: October 2026 | Methodology