At a glance
Average net price
$19,481
In-state, after aid
6-year graduation rate
62.5%
Admission rate
49%
Undergrad size
1,041
In-state tuition
$37,845
Out-of-state tuition
$37,845
Cost of attendance
$50,542
Median earnings (10y)
$48,473
Admissions
- SAT average
- 1,180
- ACT midpoint
- 26
- Retention
- 81.8%
- Locale
- Suburb
Programs breakdown
14 program areas reported · Academic mix is led by stem (36%), business (27%), social sciences (26%).
- STEM36%
- Business27%
- Humanities & arts11%
- Social sciences26%
- Business26.9%~280 students/yr · BusinessCompare schools
- Biological sciences25.6%~266 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- Psychology17.3%~181 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- Social sciences5.5%~57 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- History5.5%~57 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Education3.6%~38 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- ~38 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~33 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- Computer science2.7%~29 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- English2.3%~24 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~24 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Mathematics0.5%~5 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~5 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Communication0.5%~5 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare 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
24 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Bachelor's | 114 | $34,789 | $23,250 |
| Biology, General. | Bachelor's | 90 | $23,354 | $24,000 |
| Psychology, General. | Bachelor's | 68 | $22,578 | $26,000 |
| Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness. | Bachelor's | 45 | — | — |
| Marketing. | Bachelor's | 35 | — | — |
| International Relations and National Security Studies. | Bachelor's | 32 | — | — |
| History. | Bachelor's | 22 | — | — |
| Political Science and Government. | Bachelor's | 20 | — | — |
| Natural Resources Conservation and Research. | Bachelor's | 17 | — | — |
| Sociology and Anthropology. | Bachelor's | 17 | — | — |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods. | Bachelor's | 16 | — | — |
| Mathematics and Computer Science. | Bachelor's | 15 | — | — |
| Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness. | Graduate certificate | 15 | — | — |
| Design and Applied Arts. | Bachelor's | 14 | — | — |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods. | Master's | 12 | — | — |
| Music. | Bachelor's | 12 | — | — |
| Romance Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics. | Bachelor's | 11 | — | — |
| English Language and Literature, General. | Bachelor's | 10 | — | — |
| Accounting and Related Services. | Bachelor's | 10 | — | — |
| Applied Mathematics. | Bachelor's | 9 | — | — |
| Fine and Studio Arts. | Bachelor's | 8 | — | — |
| Curriculum and Instruction. | Master's | 7 | — | — |
| Chemistry. | Bachelor's | 7 | — | — |
| Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, General. | Bachelor's | 2 | $27,241 | $21,905 |
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 The College of Idaho
The College of Idaho is a mid-sized institution located in Caldwell, Idaho, primarily awarding the bachelor's degree. It enrolls roughly 1,041 undergraduate students in a suburb setting. The most popular fields of study include Business, Biological sciences, Psychology.
Cost & tuition
The average net price at The College of Idaho — what a typical student actually pays after grants and scholarships — is $19,481 per year, which is moderately priced compared to other U.S. institutions. Published tuition is $37,845 per year before aid. Total cost of attendance, including housing, books, and living expenses, comes to about $50,542 annually.
Graduation & earnings outcomes
The 6-year graduation rate is 62.5%, a above-average completion outcome. 81.8% 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 $48,473 per year according to U.S. Department of Education earnings tracking.
Programs & majors
The College of Idaho confers degrees and certificates across 14 broad program areas, with the largest concentrations of completions in Business, Biological sciences, Psychology. Grouped into wider academic categories, the mix is led by stem (36% of credentials), business (27% of credentials), social sciences (26% 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
The College of Idaho accepts 49% of applicants, making it selective. Admitted students have an average SAT score around 1,180. The ACT midpoint for admitted students is roughly 26.
Location & campus
Set in Caldwell, Idaho (suburb), The College of 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 The College of Idaho
Q.How much does The College of Idaho cost?
The average net price at The College of Idaho is $19,481 per year after grants and scholarships, with total cost of attendance around $50,542.
Q.What is the graduation rate at The College of Idaho?
The College of Idaho has a 6-year graduation rate of 62.5% according to the latest U.S. Department of Education data.
Q.How hard is it to get into The College of Idaho?
The College of Idaho admits 49% of applicants, which is considered selective.
Q.How much do The College of Idaho graduates earn?
Ten years after enrolling, the median The College of Idaho graduate earns $48,473 per year.
Q.What is tuition at The College of Idaho?
Published tuition is $37,845 in-state. Most students pay less than the sticker price after financial aid.
Q.Where is The College of Idaho located?
The College of Idaho is located in Caldwell, Idaho (ZIP 83605).
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 The College of Idaho at their official website.