Acceptance Rate
76%
Avg. SAT
1230
75th percentile
“Idaho's land-grant university thrives in the wheat-covered Palouse, where ag sciences meet hands-on engineering amid rolling hills.”
Moscow, ID
Location
Town
Campus Setting
The University of Idaho traces its roots to 1889, when lawmakers chartered it just before statehood, establishing Moscow as home to the state's flagship public institution. You'll find a campus that feels like a close community of about 10,000 undergraduates, where students who enjoy outdoor pursuits and practical learning fit right in—think hikes in the nearby hills or labs in vast greenhouses. The surrounding Palouse region delivers stunning landscapes of golden wheat fields, but the small town of Moscow means you'll drive hours for big-city options like airports or pro sports. Winters bring heavy snow, which suits skiers but challenges commuters. Cost of living stays low compared to urban campuses, easing budgets for families.
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Strengths shine in agriculture, natural resources, engineering, and veterinary medicine, with the College of Agricultural and Life Sciences leading research on crops suited to the arid West. In classrooms, expect a mix of discussion-based upper-level courses and larger introductory lectures, especially in high-demand majors like engineering that draw competitive applicants after freshman year. Faculty emphasize hands-on projects, from designing sustainable farms to prototyping in maker spaces, fostering an intellectual culture that's collaborative rather than cutthroat. Research opportunities abound for undergrads at facilities like the Integrated Research and Extension Demonstration Farm. Tradeoffs include fewer course options at odd hours due to the campus size, and popular programs fill quickly.
Student Body
Total Enrollment
9,574 undergrad • 2,712 grad
Undergraduate
Graduate
International
White
73%
Black / African American
1%
Hispanic / Latino
9%
Asian
2%
Other / Multi-racial
16%
Campus Life
Campus Setting
Moscow, ID
Varsity Athletics
NCAA Athletics
Campus life pulses with Vandal spirit at football games in the Kibbie Dome, a massive indoor stadium that hosts sellout crowds even in pouring rain. A typical week mixes classes, club meetings from hiking groups to robotics teams, and evenings at low-key bars or house parties in the walkable college town. Residential halls cluster freshmen together for easy friendships, though upperclassmen often seek off-campus apartments amid limited on-campus spots. The social scene leans friendly and outdoors-focused, with ski trips to Schweitzer Mountain and river floats nearby, but the rural setting limits diverse nightlife. Snowy weather keeps some indoors during winter, turning study sessions into social hubs.
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Athletics
Athletic Association
Big Sky Conference
ROTC & Veteran Support
Army
Yes
Navy
Yes
Air Force
Yes
Veteran’s Programs Available
Yellow Ribbon Program (Post-9/11 GI Bill)
Yes
Credit for military training
Yes
Dedicated point of contact for veteran support services
Yes
Recognized student veteran organization
Yes
Member of DoD Voluntary Educational Partnership MOU
Yes
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Outcomes & Earnings
Retention Rate
76%
4 Years Graduation Rate
54%
6 Years Graduation Rate
64%
Median 10-Year Earnings
$54,670
76% of first-time, full-time students complete their freshman year at University of Idaho and return in the fall. 54% of first-time, full-time students graduate in 4 years, and 64% graduate within 6 years.
Graduation Rate
4-year grads
54%
4-5 years
10%
6-8 years
1%
Non-grad
35%
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Key Statistics
Type
Public
Tuition
$6,182
Acceptance
76%
Undergrads
9,574
4-Year Grad Rate
54%
Endowment
$396M
Moscow, ID 83844-2282
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