C+
Above Average
Score: 61/100

Idaho State University

4-Year Public
📍 Pocatello, Idaho 83209
Outcomes
C+
61/100
Affordability
B
65/100
Resources
B
72/100
Experience
B+
80/100
Prestige
D
32/100

Quick Stats

12,614
Total Enrollment
38%
Graduation Rate
74%
Retention Rate
13.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
N/A
Acceptance Rate
$12,353
Avg Net Price
🏠 Housing Market Near Idaho State University

31% of students live off-campus (not with family), creating consistent rental demand near campus. That's approximately 3,961 students who need housing.

Avg Home Value
$0
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🏆 Where Idaho State University Ranks

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

#19
Clinical Laboratory Science/Medical Technology/Technologist
of 33 schools
#23
Diesel Mechanics Technology/Technician
of 100 schools

Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $5,992 $25,102
Room $3,098
Board $4,826
Total Cost (On-Campus) $23,210 $42,320

Financial Aid

94%
Receive Any Aid
41%
Receive Pell Grants
31%
Take Out Loans
$12,353
Avg Net Price

Net Price by Family Income

Family Income Average Net Price
$0 - $30,000$14,678
$30,001 - $48,000$15,971
$48,001 - $75,000$17,797
$75,001 - $110,000$20,328
$110,001+$21,084

Programs & Career Paths

Top Degree Programs

Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.

General Studies 296 grads/yr Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse 172 grads/yr Spanish Language and Literature 106 grads/yr Psychology, General 103 grads/yr Business Administration and Management, General 102 grads/yr Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, General 99 grads/yr Pharmacy 76 grads/yr Physician Assistant 70 grads/yr Social Work 65 grads/yr Diesel Mechanics Technology/Technician 56 grads/yr Welding Technology/Welder 55 grads/yr Accounting 53 grads/yr Marketing/Marketing Management, General 52 grads/yr Clinical Laboratory Science/Medical Technology/Technologist 50 grads/yr Sociology, General 48 grads/yr Physical Education Teaching and Coaching 48 grads/yr Speech-Language Pathology/Pathologist 47 grads/yr Physical Therapy/Therapist 45 grads/yr Biology/Biological Sciences, General 45 grads/yr Secondary Education and Teaching 41 grads/yr

Related Career Paths

Careers that graduates from Idaho State University'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
Foreign language and literature teachers, postsecondary
$77k/yr 26,400 jobs
Secondary school teachers, except special and career/technical education
$65k/yr 1,094,500 jobs
Interpreters and translators
$59k/yr 75,300 jobs
Managers, all other
$137k/yr 1,333,700 jobs
Psychologists, all other
$118k/yr 55,300 jobs

Student Demographics

12,614
Total Students
60%
Women
54%
Traditional Age (18-24)
31%
Off-Campus Renters

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 71%
Hispanic 13%
Black 1%
Asian 2%
Two or More 4%
Non-Resident 2%

🏠 Living Arrangements

On Campus 45%
Off-Campus (Renters) 31%
With Family 23%
🏘️ Rental Demand: ~3,961 students need off-campus housing

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 43%
Hybrid (Some Online) 37%
Fully Online 20%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 54%
25-64 (Adult) 18%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Idaho State University?
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 Idaho State University?
Tuition at Idaho State University is $5,992 for in-state students and $25,102 for out-of-state students . However, the average net price after financial aid is $12,353.
What is the graduation rate at Idaho State University?
The graduation rate at Idaho State University is 38%. This graduation rate is low, which may reflect the institution's student population, program types, or other factors worth investigating.
Is Idaho State University a good school?
Idaho State University has a Repit College Score of 61/100 (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 (B+): Campus life and learning format
  • Prestige (D): Reputation and recognition
How many students attend Idaho State University?
Idaho State University has a total enrollment of 12,614 students.
Is there rental demand near Idaho State University?
Yes! Approximately 31% of students at Idaho State University live off-campus (not with family). That's roughly 3,961 students who need rental housing near campus. This represents significant rental demand, which affects housing availability and pricing in the Pocatello area.

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Compare with other 4-Year public institutions of similar size.

C+
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B
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C+
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C+
The College of Idaho
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C+
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C+
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Data source: IPEDS 2023-24 | Last updated: September 2026 | Methodology