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Boise State University

Boise State

Boise, Idaho 83725

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Known for health sciences

Boise State University is a public institution in Boise with particular strength in health sciences and business.

A large campus of 17.1K undergraduates with a 19:1 student-faculty ratio. The urban location puts students at the center of city life.

62% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $51,658 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $19,182.

Established
1932
Motto
Splendor sine Occasu
Mascot
Buster Bronco
Type
Public research university
Division
Division I

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84%Acceptance
—SAT Avg
17,081Students
19:1Student:Faculty
62%Grad Rate
$51,658Earnings 10yr
$19,182Net Price

News & Alerts

program2026-03-15

Boise State University Launches New Data Science Minor

Starting Fall 2026, students can pursue an interdisciplinary data science minor combining CS, statistics, and domain courses.

tuition2026-02-28

Tuition Increase Announced for 2026-27

The board of trustees approved a 3.2% tuition increase for the upcoming academic year, in line with peer institutions.

Admissions

Acceptance Rate84.0%

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard / IPEDS.

Admissions Intel

Acceptance Rate

84.0%

Trend

Yield Rate

35.0%

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Cost & Financial Aid

Sticker Price

Tuition (in-state)$8,782
Tuition (out-of-state)$26,976
Room & Board$16,610
Books & Supplies$1,226
Total Cost of Attendance$25,387
Average Net Price$19,182
Median Debt at Graduation$20,500
Monthly Payment (10yr)$217

Net Price by Family Income

$0–30K$15,387
$30–48K$16,200
$48–75K$19,197
$75–110K$22,131
$110K+$22,767

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Net price reflects most recent cohort of federally-aided undergraduates.

Debt & Aid Detail

Net Price Trend

Tuition Trend

Graduate w/ Zero Debt

74.7%

Avg Tuition Increase

3.2%/yr

Median Debt at Grad

$14,000

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Campus Safety

Total Incidents (2024)

130

Peer Average

92

3-Year Trend

Emergency System

24/7 campus police department, blue-light phone network, emergency mass notification system

Incident Breakdown (2024)

33

Burglary

7

Aggravated Assault

4

Robbery

11

Motor Vehicle Theft

14

Sex Offenses

1

Arson

34

Drug Arrests

26

Liquor Arrests

Source: U.S. Department of Education Campus Safety & Security data (Clery Act, 2024 reporting year).

Programs (218)

Student Life

Student Satisfaction

Retention Rate

78%

Negative
  • •78% first-year retention rate
  • •Active student organizations
  • •Engaged campus community

Mental Health Services

Counselor Ratio

1:350

24/7 Crisis Line

Yes

Free Sessions

12 per year

Avg Wait

5 days

Walk-in hours available weekdays

Disability Services

Dedicated OfficeOffice of Disability Services
Extended test timeNote-taking assistanceHousing accommodationsAccessible transportation

ADA-compliant campus with ongoing accessibility improvements

Dining

Rating

★★★★☆

Score

4/5

Meal Plan

$6,200/yr

VegetarianVeganGluten-freeHalalKosher

Multiple dining halls with farm-to-table options

Student Body

Undergrads
17,081
Gender Split
56% / 44%
Women / Men
First Generation
33%
Pell Grant Recipients
18%

Race & Ethnicity

White 71%
Black 2%
Hispanic 15%
Asian 3%
Two+ 5%
Int'l 1%

Outcomes

4-Year Graduation Rate61.9%
Freshman Retention77.9%

Median Earnings After Graduation

6 Years$45,251
10 Years$51,658

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Earnings reflect federally-aided students 6 and 10 years after entry.

Rankings

U.S. News
#301
↑1
vs 2024

More About This School

Varsity Sports

GymnasticsTournament

Source: Wikipedia

Location & Lifestyle

Cost of Living

112Above Average

Housing and food costs are higher than national average

Climate (School Year)

68°
Sep
55°
Oct
42°
Nov
30°
Dec
25°
Jan
28°
Feb
38°
Mar
50°
Apr
62°
May
Snowfall: 48"Sunny days: 200Rainy days: 120

Nearest Cities

Bostonpop. 675,647
90 miles(95 min)
Hartfordpop. 121,054
60 miles(70 min)

Transit Scores

BikeableCampus shuttle: Free campus shuttle runs 7am-midnight
72
Walk Score
45
Transit Score
68
Bike Score

Local Economy

Unemployment Rate3.2%
Top Employers
UniversityRegional Medical CenterTech corridor firms
Key Industries
EducationHealthcareTechnology

Getting There

Nearest Airports

BOI Boise3 mi
SLC Salt Lake City291 mi
PDX Portland OR343 mi

Distance to Cities

Boston, MA2255 mi · ~65h 9m drive
New York, NY2147 mi · ~62h 1m drive
Hartford, CT2189 mi · ~63h 14m drive
Providence, RI2249 mi · ~64h 58m drive
Albany, NY2118 mi · ~61h 11m drive
Syracuse, NY1994 mi · ~57h 36m drive
Rochester, NY1921 mi · ~55h 30m drive
Buffalo, NY1863 mi · ~53h 49m drive
Philadelphia, PA2108 mi · ~60h 54m drive
Pittsburgh, PA1856 mi · ~53h 37m drive
Harrisburg, PA2015 mi · ~58h 13m drive
Newark, NJ2138 mi · ~61h 46m drive
Washington, DC2041 mi · ~58h 58m drive
Baltimore, MD2052 mi · ~59h 17m drive
Atlanta, GA1832 mi · ~52h 55m drive
Charlotte, NC1958 mi · ~56h 34m drive
Raleigh, NC2050 mi · ~59h 13m drive
Miami, FL2362 mi · ~68h 14m drive
Orlando, FL2184 mi · ~63h 6m drive
Tampa, FL2157 mi · ~62h 19m drive
Nashville, TN1632 mi · ~47h 9m drive
New Orleans, LA1715 mi · ~49h 33m drive
Richmond, VA2058 mi · ~59h 27m drive
Chicago, IL1448 mi · ~41h 50m drive
Detroit, MI1668 mi · ~48h 11m drive
Minneapolis, MN1135 mi · ~32h 47m drive
St. Louis, MO1390 mi · ~40h 9m drive
Kansas City, MO1160 mi · ~33h 31m drive
Indianapolis, IN1564 mi · ~45h 11m drive
Columbus, OH1718 mi · ~49h 38m drive
Cleveland, OH1750 mi · ~50h 33m drive
Milwaukee, WI1416 mi · ~40h 54m drive
Dallas, TX1287 mi · ~37h 11m drive
Houston, TX1492 mi · ~43h 6m drive
Austin, TX1368 mi · ~39h 31m drive
San Antonio, TX1382 mi · ~39h 55m drive
Los Angeles, CA669 mi · ~19h 20m drive
San Francisco, CA518 mi · ~14h 58m drive
San Diego, CA754 mi · ~21h 47m drive
Seattle, WA405 mi · ~11h 42m drive
Portland, OR345 mi · ~9h 58m drive
Denver, CO637 mi · ~18h 24m drive
Phoenix, AZ736 mi · ~21h 16m drive
Salt Lake City, UT295 mi · ~8h 31m drive
Honolulu, HI2833 mi · ~81h 51m drive
Upper Midwest / Northeast (cold winters, warm summers)

Visit Planning

Suggested Itinerary

9:00 AMArrive & park
Visitor parking lot
Free parking with visitor pass
9:30 AMCheck in at Admissions
Admissions Office
10:00 AMInformation session
Welcome Center
45 minutes
11:00 AMCampus tour
Starts at Welcome Center
75 minutes, student-led
12:30 PMLunch
Main Dining Hall
Visitor meal passes available
1:30 PMDepartment visit
Academic buildings
Schedule with department directly
2:30 PMExplore campus independently
Library, student center, residence halls

Airport Transit

Boise (BOI)3 miles
Rental car
5 min$40-60/day
Shuttle/rideshare
6 min$4-6
Salt Lake City (SLC)291 miles
Rental car
437 min$40-60/day
Shuttle/rideshare
582 min$349-582

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