At a glance
Average net price
$8,500
In-state, after aid
6-year graduation rate
30.6%
Admission rate
Not available
Undergrad size
6,459
In-state tuition
$3,446
Out-of-state tuition
$7,454
Cost of attendance
$13,121
Median earnings (10y)
Not available
Admissions
- SAT average
- Not available
- ACT midpoint
- Not available
- Retention
- Not available
- Locale
- Rural
Programs breakdown
28 program areas reported · Academic mix is led by trades & services (28%), humanities & arts (20%), health (17%).
- STEM13%
- Health17%
- Business10%
- Humanities & arts20%
- Social sciences12%
- Trades & services28%
- Health professions17.4%~1,126 students/yr · HealthCompare schools
- Mechanic & repair13.6%~875 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- Liberal arts11.0%~711 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Business9.6%~620 students/yr · BusinessCompare schools
- Computer science7.1%~456 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~365 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- ~351 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- Psychology3.5%~228 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- Engineering tech3.0%~191 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- Communication2.8%~178 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~169 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- Social sciences2.5%~164 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- Education2.5%~160 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- Agriculture2.4%~155 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- ~141 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~78 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~73 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- History1.0%~64 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~55 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- Engineering0.7%~46 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~46 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~41 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~36 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- English0.5%~32 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Military tech0.5%~32 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- ~27 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~23 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- ~18 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
Share of all degrees and certificates awarded in each broad CIP-2 program area (U.S. Department of Education, latest reporting year). Estimated students/yr = share × undergrad size.
Specific majors offered
40 specific majors with reported completions. Earnings shown are median annual earnings 1 year after graduation; debt is median student-loan debt at graduation.
| Major | Credential | Grads | Median earnings | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians. | Undergraduate certificate | 327 | — | $8,500 |
| Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities. | Associate's | 291 | $27,706 | $14,166 |
| Precision Metal Working. | Undergraduate certificate | 231 | — | $7,000 |
| Business/Commerce, General. | Associate's | 161 | $35,727 | $11,000 |
| Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, General. | Associate's | 120 | — | $13,309 |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Associate's | 99 | $63,319 | $27,790 |
| Social Work. | Associate's | 87 | — | — |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services. | Associate's | 83 | $29,169 | $14,486 |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods. | Associate's | 82 | — | $10,626 |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections. | Associate's | 82 | $34,837 | $9,261 |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians. | Associate's | 82 | $31,871 | $9,750 |
| Computer/Information Technology Administration and Management. | Associate's | 80 | $38,470 | $15,028 |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services. | Undergraduate certificate | 73 | — | $12,406 |
| Psychology, General. | Associate's | 71 | — | $11,500 |
| Precision Metal Working. | Associate's | 50 | $36,899 | $8,000 |
| Human Biology. | Associate's | 47 | — | — |
| Computer/Information Technology Administration and Management. | Undergraduate certificate | 44 | — | $15,327 |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions. | Associate's | 42 | — | $13,394 |
| Electrical/Electronic Engineering Technologies/Technicians. | Undergraduate certificate | 40 | — | — |
| Communication and Media Studies. | Associate's | 39 | — | $12,500 |
| Heavy/Industrial Equipment Maintenance Technologies/Technicians. | Undergraduate certificate | 39 | — | $9,786 |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections. | Undergraduate certificate | 35 | — | $5,500 |
| Science Technologies/Technicians, General. | Associate's | 33 | — | — |
| Political Science and Government. | Associate's | 33 | $30,303 | — |
| Electrical/Electronic Engineering Technologies/Technicians. | Associate's | 32 | $51,578 | $13,624 |
| English Language and Literature, General. | Associate's | 32 | — | — |
| History. | Associate's | 30 | — | — |
| Computer and Information Sciences, General. | Associate's | 28 | — | — |
| Marketing. | Undergraduate certificate | 27 | — | — |
| Fine and Studio Arts. | Associate's | 26 | — | — |
| Dental Support Services and Allied Professions. | Undergraduate certificate | 26 | — | — |
| Engineering, General. | Associate's | 25 | — | — |
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants. | Undergraduate certificate | 24 | — | — |
| Applied Horticulture and Horticultural Business Services. | Undergraduate certificate | 23 | — | — |
| Computer Software and Media Applications. | Associate's | 23 | — | $9,631 |
| Drafting/Design Engineering Technologies/Technicians. | Undergraduate certificate | 23 | — | $14,770 |
| Heavy/Industrial Equipment Maintenance Technologies/Technicians. | Associate's | 23 | $51,926 | — |
| Business Operations Support and Assistant Services. | Associate's | 23 | — | — |
| Animal Sciences. | Associate's | 22 | — | — |
| Computer Software and Media Applications. | Undergraduate certificate | 22 | — | — |
Source: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard Field of Study. Earnings cover graduates who received federal financial aid and are working / not enrolled. Cells marked "—" are not reported or were suppressed for privacy.
About College of Western Idaho
College of Western Idaho is a large institution located in Nampa, Idaho, primarily awarding the associate degree. It enrolls roughly 6,459 undergraduate students in a rural setting. The most popular fields of study include Health professions, Mechanic & repair, Liberal arts.
Cost & tuition
The average net price at College of Western Idaho — what a typical student actually pays after grants and scholarships — is $8,500 per year, which is very affordable compared to other U.S. institutions. Sticker tuition runs $3,446 for in-state students and $7,454 for out-of-state students before aid. Total cost of attendance, including housing, books, and living expenses, comes to about $13,121 annually.
Graduation & earnings outcomes
The 6-year graduation rate is 30.6%, a average completion outcome.
Programs & majors
College of Western Idaho confers degrees and certificates across 28 broad program areas, with the largest concentrations of completions in Health professions, Mechanic & repair, Liberal arts. Grouped into wider academic categories, the mix is led by trades & services (28% of credentials), humanities & arts (20% of credentials), health (17% of credentials), which gives a quick read on the school's overall academic profile. Use the programs breakdown below to see every reported area, an estimated number of students per program per year, and links to compare other U.S. colleges in the same field.
Admissions
Admission rate data is not reported for this institution, which is typical for open-admission community and trade schools.
Location & campus
Set in Nampa, Idaho (rural), College of Western Idaho draws students from across Idaho and beyond. Prospective students often weigh proximity, cost of living, and local industry demand when choosing between schools in this area.
Frequently asked questions about College of Western Idaho
Q.How much does College of Western Idaho cost?
The average net price at College of Western Idaho is $8,500 per year after grants and scholarships, with total cost of attendance around $13,121.
Q.What is the graduation rate at College of Western Idaho?
College of Western Idaho has a 6-year graduation rate of 30.6% according to the latest U.S. Department of Education data.
Q.What is tuition at College of Western Idaho?
Published tuition is $3,446 in-state and $7,454 out-of-state. Most students pay less than the sticker price after financial aid.
Q.Where is College of Western Idaho located?
College of Western Idaho is located in Nampa, Idaho (ZIP 83687).
Data on this page comes from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard and IPEDS, the federal sources colleges are required to report to. Net price, graduation rate, and earnings figures reflect the latest available federal release. Always verify current tuition and program availability directly with College of Western Idaho at their official website.