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College costs in Idaho

Last checked: 2026-10-26

This page lists the 2 pilot schools in Idaho that are covered in this pilot. The lowest published total cost among them is $15,370 at Brigham Young University-Idaho, for one year, in state. The full list of 300 pilot schools is on the homepage, and selection for the pilot is explained on the methodology page.

Idaho averages

FigureAverage
Total cost for one year, in state$23,856
Total cost for one year, out of state$32,952
Average net price for one year$13,166
Acceptance rate90.5%

Averages on this page are simple averages across the pilot schools in Idaho that publish each figure. They describe the schools listed on this site, not every college in the state.

Schools in Idaho ranked by total cost

SchoolCityTotal cost, in stateTotal cost, out of stateAverage net price
Brigham Young University-IdahoRexburg$15,370$15,370$7,295
Boise State UniversityBoise$32,341$50,535$19,037

Schools in Idaho ranked by acceptance rate

SchoolAcceptance rate, fall 2023ApplicantsAdmitted
Boise State University84.0%15,94913,391
Brigham Young University-Idaho97.0%10,3039,989

Frequently asked questions

How much does college cost in Idaho?

Across the 2 pilot schools in Idaho that publish a total cost, the simple average total cost for one year is $23,856 for in state students. Individual schools on this page range from $15,370 upward.

What is the cheapest pilot school in Idaho on this site?

By published total cost for one year, the lowest is Brigham Young University-Idaho at $15,370 for in state students. Average net price can change the order, because grant aid differs by school.

What is the average acceptance rate in Idaho?

Across the 2 pilot schools in Idaho that publish a rate, the simple average acceptance rate is 90.5% for fall 2023.

Are these every college in Idaho?

No. This pilot covers 300 schools nationwide, chosen by measured search demand, selectivity, and enrollment, with at least one school in every state. The Idaho page lists only the pilot schools in the state.

Sources: the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System and College Scorecard, United States Department of Education. See the methodology page for sources, years, and how averages are worked out.