At a glance
Average net price
$12,193
In-state, after aid
6-year graduation rate
39.4%
Admission rate
Not available
Undergrad size
7,583
In-state tuition
$8,610
Out-of-state tuition
$27,720
Cost of attendance
$21,527
Median earnings (10y)
$45,608
Admissions
- SAT average
- Not available
- ACT midpoint
- Not available
- Retention
- 72.0%
- Locale
- City
Programs breakdown
29 program areas reported · Academic mix is led by health (26%), humanities & arts (23%), social sciences (16%).
- STEM12%
- Health26%
- Business9%
- Humanities & arts23%
- Social sciences16%
- Trades & services14%
- Health professions26.3%~1,994 students/yr · HealthCompare schools
- Liberal arts14.3%~1,083 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Business9.1%~689 students/yr · BusinessCompare schools
- Education5.2%~394 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- ~348 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- ~344 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- Engineering tech4.5%~337 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- Psychology4.5%~337 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- Social sciences4.3%~327 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- ~232 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~208 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- ~183 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~169 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- Engineering2.0%~151 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- Computer science1.8%~140 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~133 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~77 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- History1.0%~77 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Communication1.0%~77 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~56 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- English0.7%~56 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~42 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- Legal0.4%~32 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- Mathematics0.4%~28 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~24 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~14 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Architecture0.2%~14 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~11 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~4 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities. | Associate's | 400 | $22,963 | $16,608 |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Bachelor's | 280 | $58,126 | $32,500 |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions. | Master's | 159 | $109,657 | — |
| Pharmacy, Pharmaceutical Sciences, and Administration. | First professional | 155 | $107,409 | — |
| Psychology, General. | Bachelor's | 152 | $25,549 | $26,014 |
| Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, General. | Bachelor's | 148 | $37,327 | $24,625 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Bachelor's | 127 | $38,968 | $25,500 |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services. | Associate's | 117 | $31,225 | $17,750 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Master's | 116 | $62,905 | — |
| Biology, General. | Bachelor's | 108 | $22,853 | $23,000 |
| Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities. | Bachelor's | 98 | $27,180 | $37,323 |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians. | Associate's | 97 | $43,308 | $14,572 |
| Rehabilitation and Therapeutic Professions. | First professional | 90 | — | — |
| Communication Disorders Sciences and Services. | Master's | 89 | $57,777 | — |
| Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science/Research and Allied Professions. | Bachelor's | 88 | $56,946 | $28,000 |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods. | Bachelor's | 81 | $35,356 | $26,486 |
| Accounting and Related Services. | Bachelor's | 81 | $32,458 | $24,560 |
| English Language and Literature, General. | Bachelor's | 76 | — | $25,750 |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians. | Undergraduate certificate | 70 | $37,028 | $11,000 |
| Communication and Media Studies. | Bachelor's | 68 | $25,024 | $29,000 |
| Mental and Social Health Services and Allied Professions. | Master's | 67 | — | — |
| Social Work. | Bachelor's | 66 | $28,465 | $33,250 |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas. | Bachelor's | 62 | $35,192 | $23,199 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services. | Undergraduate certificate | 61 | $14,571 | $9,000 |
| Finance and Financial Management Services. | Bachelor's | 60 | $39,167 | — |
| Sociology. | Bachelor's | 59 | — | $29,839 |
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants. | Undergraduate certificate | 59 | — | $16,500 |
| Social Work. | Master's | 56 | — | — |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | First professional | 55 | — | — |
| Dental Support Services and Allied Professions. | Bachelor's | 54 | $47,633 | $23,675 |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Associate's | 54 | $53,054 | $34,897 |
| Marketing. | Bachelor's | 53 | $40,213 | $25,123 |
| Rehabilitation and Therapeutic Professions. | Master's | 52 | $63,021 | — |
| Education, General. | Master's | 51 | — | — |
| Romance Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics. | Undergraduate certificate | 51 | — | — |
| Precision Metal Working. | Undergraduate certificate | 50 | — | $9,000 |
| Accounting and Related Services. | Master's | 50 | $57,865 | — |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions. | Associate's | 49 | — | $27,985 |
| Energy Systems Technologies/Technicians. | Undergraduate certificate | 47 | — | — |
| Romance Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics. | Master's | 47 | — | — |
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 Idaho State University
Idaho State University is a large institution located in Pocatello, Idaho, primarily awarding the bachelor's degree. It enrolls roughly 7,583 undergraduate students in a city setting. The most popular fields of study include Health professions, Liberal arts, Business.
Cost & tuition
The average net price at Idaho State University — what a typical student actually pays after grants and scholarships — is $12,193 per year, which is moderately priced compared to other U.S. institutions. Sticker tuition runs $8,610 for in-state students and $27,720 for out-of-state students before aid. Total cost of attendance, including housing, books, and living expenses, comes to about $21,527 annually.
Graduation & earnings outcomes
The 6-year graduation rate is 39.4%, a average completion outcome. 72.0% of first-time students return for a second year, a useful proxy for student satisfaction and academic fit. Ten years after enrolling, the median graduate earns $45,608 per year according to U.S. Department of Education earnings tracking.
Programs & majors
Idaho State University confers degrees and certificates across 29 broad program areas, with the largest concentrations of completions in Health professions, Liberal arts, Business. Grouped into wider academic categories, the mix is led by health (26% of credentials), humanities & arts (23% of credentials), social sciences (16% 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 Pocatello, Idaho (city), Idaho State University 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 Idaho State University
Q.How much does Idaho State University cost?
The average net price at Idaho State University is $12,193 per year after grants and scholarships, with total cost of attendance around $21,527.
Q.What is the graduation rate at Idaho State University?
Idaho State University has a 6-year graduation rate of 39.4% according to the latest U.S. Department of Education data.
Q.How much do Idaho State University graduates earn?
Ten years after enrolling, the median Idaho State University graduate earns $45,608 per year.
Q.What is tuition at Idaho State University?
Published tuition is $8,610 in-state and $27,720 out-of-state. Most students pay less than the sticker price after financial aid.
Q.Where is Idaho State University located?
Idaho State University is located in Pocatello, Idaho (ZIP 83209).
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 Idaho State University at their official website.