Idaho State University
A good fit for families looking for lower cost and in-state Idaho residents. graduation rate is below 40%. a public school with 7,583 students.
About This School
Idaho State University is a public institution located in Pocatello, Idaho with approximately 7,583 undergraduate students enrolled. The average net price after financial aid is $12,193 per year. The graduation rate is 39%, and the typical graduate earns $43,900 within 10 years of enrollment.
Idaho State University (ISU) is a public research university in Pocatello, Idaho, United States. Founded in 1901 as the Academy of Idaho, Idaho State offers more than 250 programs at its main campus in Pocatello and locations in Meridian, Idaho Falls, and Twin Falls. It is classified among "R2: Doctoral Universities – High research activity ".
The numbers tell a mixed story here: at $17,324/year average net price and a remarkably low median debt of $12,500 at graduation, ISU is genuinely affordable, and its 250+ programs across health sciences, engineering, and research make it a solid choice for students who know what they want. The concern worth taking seriously is the 38% graduation rate — well below the national average — which suggests many students don't finish, whether due to financial pressures, academic fit, or life circumstances. Worth considering if you're drawn to a specific program here and have a clear plan, but go in with eyes open and ask hard questions about support resources before committing.
Popular Programs
Percentage of degrees awarded. Source: College Scorecard.
Notable Alumni
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Admissions
SAT Scores
ACT Scores
Cost & Financial Aid
Net Price by Family Income
Average annual cost after grants/scholarships, by household income. Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Financial Aid
Full Cost
After Graduation
Earnings 6 Years After Enrollment, by Gender
Gap: 31% less for female graduates. National avg ~16%.
Will This School Pay Off?
Solid return. Earnings outpace debt, though major choice matters.
Earnings data from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. These are means across all graduates, not specific to any major.
Student Body
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (7,583 undergraduates).
Contact & Location
Official Links
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University of Idaho
Moscow, ID · Public
College of Western Idaho
Nampa, ID · Public
College of Southern Idaho
Twin Falls, ID · Public
North Idaho College
Coeur d'Alene, ID · Public
Sources & Methodology
Primary data source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Accessed via automated sync. Latest values may come from different reporting years depending on the metric.
School overview from Wikipedia. Used for context only, not as a primary data source for admissions, cost, or outcomes claims.
- Earnings figures are institution-level averages, not major-specific.
- Some metrics are based on Title IV financial aid recipients only.
- Some values may be privacy-suppressed or rolled up by the Department of Education.
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