Admissions and Test Scores
Acceptance Rate
79.09%
SAT Average
1,088
ACT Range
20-29
University of Idaho Acceptance Rate Trend
The current College Scorecard value in this local dataset is 79.09%. This means approximately 791 applicants were admitted per 1,000 who applied, based on the local dataset enrollment of 7,363 undergraduates. Historical year-by-year acceptance rate data will appear here after multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Current dataset
79.09%
Current trend marker with historical import pending
Tuition, Net Price and Aid
| Metric | School value | Context | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Accreditation | Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities | Institutional accreditor where reported | Verify |
| In-state tuition | $8,816 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Out-of-state tuition | $29,784 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Attendance cost | $22,669 | Use with aid and net price | Verify |
| Average net price | $13,782 | State avg: $17,119. National avg: $17,506 | Verify |
| Pell grant rate | 22.76% | Federal need-based grant indicator | Verify |
| Federal loan rate | 30.53% | Share using federal loans | Verify |
What Does University of Idaho Cost?
Total cost of attendance vs average net price after grants and aid, based on the local College Scorecard dataset.
Tuition
$29,784
Room and board
$10,380
Books and supplies
$1,232
Other expenses
$3,552
Fees and remainder
$0
Sticker price
$22,669
Average net price
$13,782
Average aid coverage
39%
$8,887 below sticker price on average
What You Pay
Based on available data, the average student at University of Idaho pays approximately $13,782 per year after grants and aid. This is below the Idaho average of $17,119 and below the national average of $17,506.
How Affordable Is University of Idaho?
Average net price after grants and scholarships, compared to Idaho and national averages.
University of Idaho net price
$13,782
Idaho average
$17,119
National average
$17,506
University of Idaho Tuition and Net Price Trend
The current imported dataset shows tuition at $29,784 and average net price at $13,782. A multi-year trend chart will appear here after historical College Scorecard release tables are imported.
Current tuition
$29,784
Current net price
$13,782
Current-year comparison is shown now; historical bars will replace this fallback once multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Student Outcomes
Completion Rate (150% Time)
60.90%
Full-time, first-time students completing within 150% of normal time.
10-Year Earnings
$54,670
Undergraduates
7,363
10-Year Median Earnings - University of Idaho vs Peers
Median earnings 10 years after enrollment. Source: College Scorecard federal dataset.
University of Idaho graduates earn about 1.3x the national average 10 years after enrollment, based on schools with reported earnings data.
Who Attends University of Idaho?
Undergraduates
7,363
Completion rate
60.90%
Above national average; national avg: 52.02%
Pell recipients
22.76%
Below national average; national avg: 42.32%
Federal loan rate
30.53%
Below national average; national avg: 40.83%
Completion vs national average
Pell grant recipients
Federal loan usage
Financial Aid
About 22.76% of University of Idaho students receive federal Pell grants, indicating the share of students receiving this need-based aid in the local dataset. 30.53% take federal loans, which helps families understand borrowing patterns alongside net price.
Estimate Your Net Price at University of Idaho
Select a family income bracket to see the average net price students in that range paid. Data comes from College Scorecard income-bracket averages when available.
Estimated net price for :
This estimate is based on College Scorecard averages for students in this income range who received federal aid. Actual amounts vary. Use University of Idaho's official Net Price Calculator for a personalized figure.
Accreditation
University of Idaho lists Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities as its accreditor in the local dataset. Institutional accreditation is an important trust signal and can affect federal financial aid eligibility. Accreditation means an external agency has reviewed academic quality and institutional standards, which helps families verify whether federal aid pathways such as Pell grants and federal loans may apply.
Visit AccreditorCampus and Location
University of Idaho is listed at 875 Perimeter Drive MS 2282, Moscow, ID 83844-2282. Accreditor: Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities.
Compare Schools
Compare University of Idaho with nationally comparable peer institutions across acceptance rate, tuition, net price and 10-year earnings. Click any school name to open its full profile.
| School | Accept. rate | Out-of-state tuition | Avg net price | 10-yr earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| University of Idaho | 79.09% | $29,784 | $13,782 | $54,670 |
| Brigham Young University-Idaho | 96.95% | $4,656 | $7,131 | $53,406 |
| Northwest Nazarene University | 62.95% | $39,370 | $25,537 | $51,719 |
| Boise State University | 83.96% | $26,976 | $19,182 | $51,658 |
| The College of Idaho | 47.22% | $36,030 | $20,566 | $48,473 |
Similar Schools in Moscow
This local cluster focuses on nearby Moscow schools, not national peers. Use it to compare local net price, acceptance rate and enrollment options around Moscow.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is University of Idaho's acceptance rate?
University of Idaho's acceptance rate in the local dataset is 79.09%.
How much is University of Idaho tuition?
University of Idaho's out-of-state tuition in the local dataset is $29,784.
What is University of Idaho's average net price?
University of Idaho's average net price in the local dataset is $13,782.
What is University of Idaho's average earnings 10 years after enrollment?
The local dataset reports 10-year median earnings of $54,670 for University of Idaho.
Is University of Idaho accredited?
University of Idaho's accreditor in the local dataset is Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities.
How many students attend University of Idaho?
The local dataset lists 7,363 undergraduate students at University of Idaho.
What percentage of University of Idaho students receive Pell grants?
The Pell grant rate for University of Idaho in the local dataset is 22.76%.
What is the federal loan rate at University of Idaho?
The federal loan rate for University of Idaho in the local dataset is 30.53%.
Where should I verify University of Idaho data?
Use this page for comparison, then verify admissions, tuition, net price and student outcomes directly with University of Idaho or the latest official federal education data.