Overview
Student Population
| Location | Boise, Idaho |
| Online | boisestate.edu |
| School Type | Public 4 Year |
| Setting | Midsize City |
| Size | Mid-size |
| Status | Non-profit |
| On Campus Housing | Yes |
| Level of Study | Undergrad/Graduate |
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Located in Boise, Idaho, Boise State University is a mid-size four year public college offering both undergrad and graduate programs. In the most recent statistical year 10,789 prospective students applied, and 8,712 were granted admission. Of those admitted 2,824 enrolled in the school. 13,895 students are enrolled on a full time basis, and 11,609 attend part time. In-state tuition for 2018/2019, excluding room and board, is $5,259 plus fees of $2,435. Boise State is ranked 831 nationally in the CollegeSimply.com 2020 U.S. Colleges Ranking.
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Boise State is rated within the lower 38% of four-year colleges nationally and earns a CollegeSimply grade of 4 out of 10. Learn how ratings are calculated
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Rankings
Rankings for Boise State University within the 2020 CollegeSimply Best Colleges Lists
#831 in Best Colleges in the U.S.
#313 in Best Public Colleges in the U.S.
#4 in Best Colleges in Idaho
#2 in Best Public Colleges in Idaho
Getting In
Admission Standards
| SAT | 1030/1220 |
| ACT | 21/26 |
| GPA | 3.4 |
Applications Accepted
| Applications Due | Feb 15, 2021 |
| Applicant Competition | Very Low |
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Annual Cost to Attend
Idaho Resident Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,200 |
| Other Fees | $2,435 |
| Room and Board | $10,692 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $3,490 |
| Total One Year Cost | $23,076 |
Out of State Resident Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,200 |
| Other Fees | $2,435 |
| Room and Board | $10,692 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $3,490 |
| Total One Year Cost | $39,158 |
Outcomes
Average Salary After 10 Years
Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
Popular Areas of Study
| Subject | Percent of Class |
|---|---|
| Business | 21% |
| Health Professions | 17% |
| Education | 8% |
| Social Sciences | 6% |
| Communication | 5% |
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Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=142115 IPEDS survey data for Boise State University.
Current students may use the Boise State University GPA calculator to determine their current college GPA.