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Academics
University of Idaho is truly a school that invests in its students. Despite its large size, the university manages to create a “personalized learning experience” for all undergrads. Idaho also provides numerous “networking opportunities” for their students. One lucky beneficiary explains, “Being here at UI, I’ve had the chance to meet many people in industry, which helped me land an internship at NASA JPL this past summer.” Academically, Idaho offers students a wide range of stellar departments. However, undergrads especially like to tout the fantastic “engineering, agriculture, business, and law programs.” Fortunately, no matter what you choose to study, the university is “incredible at creating an environment [in which] to build great relationships between professors and students.” Though it’s certainly helped by the fact that “the faculty here really cares about the students and genuinely wants to see them succeed.” Undergrads also value that their professors “don’t want students who [simply] suck up information and then vomit it back on a test.” Instead, they’re hoping to form “well-educated students with the ability to think.” They’re also happy to “host study sessions [in preparation] for exams and quizzes, and they are willing to answer all of your questions.” And, best of all, Idaho professors “are very interesting and really bring their lectures to life.”
Student Body
On the surface, the student body at University of Idaho might appear a bit hom*ogenous. After all, “most people are white,” and it often feels like the vast majority hail from “Idaho, Washington, or Oregon.” Nevertheless, the “population is slowly becoming more and more diverse.” This is partially thanks to a “surprising number of international students.” In turn, “this creates a unique opportunity to learn from people of different cultures.” Undergrads also take great solace in the fact that their peers are “all very, very friendly” and united in their “kindness.” Simply stroll across campus and you’ll notice that “everyone smiles and says hi.” An ecstatic student rushes to add, “My peers are the most supportive and uplifting people I’ve ever been surrounded by.... It’s not uncommon to see students giving directions to lost tours or inviting perfect strangers to something like the farmers market or a film downtown.” A lot of these Idaho Vandals also find common ground in their love of the outdoors, with many students looking to “take advantage of Moscow Mountain nearby for hiking, mountain biking, or snowshoeing.” Finally, when it comes to political leanings, we’re told that Idaho has an “unusually large number of libertarianminded students here.” Thankfully, most undergrads “are very respectful, even when they strongly disagree.” As one contemplative student states, “We rarely talk about tolerance here, but we act on it daily.”
Campus Life
Undergrads at Idaho happily report that “there are always a lot of activities going on around campus.” For starters, the student recreation center is often a big draw where students can “work out, play a variety of indoor sports, take classes, climb the rock wall, or just hang out.” Students also love to explore the “two arboretums on campus.” Idaho also has “a very involved Greek system that is always holding a philanthropic event somewhere on campus or in the community.” The university sponsors a number of great cultural affairs including “an amazing Jazz Festival, Native American celebrations, African American celebrations, and many many more throughout the year.” In fact, “on the weekends there is almost always [an] event to attend that is hosted by an organization at the university, whether it is just for fun or to raise money for a cause.” Finally, students also love taking advantage of everything hometown Moscow has to offer. As one pleased Vandal elaborates, “There is usually something going on every night, be it trivia nights at local restaurants, local musicians playing at a coffee shop, or a book signing at Book People.”
Contact & Visit
Campus Visits Contact
Contact
Angela Helmke
Associate Director of Campus Visits & Events
Address
Campus Visits Office
Perimeter Drive MS 4253
Moscow, ID 83844-4253
Phone
208-885-6163
visit-idaho@uidaho.edu
Experience College Life
Most Popular Places On Campus
ISUB -common areas, food and meeting rooms
Student Recreation Center
Bruce M. Pitman Center
Kibbie Dome - athletics
Integrated Research and Innovation Center
6. different cafe-style shops on campus7. 18 hole golf course8. Frisbee Golf Course9. Religious Centers
Most Popular Places Off Campus
Palouse Mall- Shops and Restaurants
Historic Downtown - coffee shops, stores and restaurants
Washington State U - 8 miles - coop programs
Ski Resorts -Lookout Pass, Silver Mt, Schweitzer
Zeppos Family Fun Center - Bowling, etc.
6. Salmon, Snake, and Clearwater rivers - recreation7. Farmers' Market8. Close to the Snake River, Selway-Bitterroot, Wilderness, Frank Church/River of No Return Wilderness, Hells Canyon National Recreation Area in addition to three National Forests for hiking, climbing, camping opportunities.
Campus Tours
Campus Visiting Center
Monday through Friday
8:00 A.M. to 5:00 P.M.
208-885-6163
Campus Tours
Appointment Required: Yes
Dates: Year-round
Times: M-F 9:15 am and 1:30 pm
Average Length: 2 hours
On Campus Interview
Campus Interviews
No
Information Sessions
Available
Times
By appointment.
Faculty and Coach Visits
Dates/Times Available
Year-round
Contact Email Address for Visit
admissions@uidaho.edu
Class Visits
Dates/Times Available
Academic Year
Arrangements
visit-idaho@uidaho.edu
Overnight Dorm Stays
Overnight Dorm Stays
Not Available
Arrangements
Contact Visiting Center
Transportation
Types of Transportation Available to Campus
Free bus service available within town. Closest airport is 10 miles from campus, Pullman-Moscow Airport (PUW), Pullman, Washington. More extensive service available at Spokane International (GEG), 90 miles from campus. Northwest Trailways and Greyhound provide bus service to major cities in the Inland Northwest.
Driving Instructions to Campus
On US Highway 95, 85 miles south of Coeur d'Alene Idaho and 300 miles north of Boise Idaho. Directions to the University of Idaho, By car:From Spokane:1.Take Hwy 195 South to Pullman 2.Turn left at signs to Pullman, and then right on Davis Way (Hwy 270) 3.Follow Davis Way until it intersects with N Grand Ave in downtown Pullman 4.Turn right on N. Grand Ave and get into the left lane 5.Turn left at the second stop light, following signs to Moscow 6.At the first stop light in Moscow, the highway changes from 270 to Hwy 8 7.Move to far right lane, and turn right at the second stop light on Perimeter Drive (the University Inn hotel is to the left before you turn) 8.Follow Perimeter drive and the signs to the Kibbie DomeFrom Coeur d' Alene1.Take Hwy 95 South to Moscow2.At Sixth Street turn right3.Drive West until you come to Perimeter Drive 4.Turn Left on Perimeter Drive5.Follow Perimeter drive and signs to the Kibbie DomeFrom the Boise/Southern Idaho1.Proceed north on US 95 into Moscow2.Turn left onto Sixth Street3.Drive West until you come to Perimeter Drive 4.Turn Left on Perimeter Drive5.Follow Perimeter drive and signs to the Kibbie DomeFrom Seattle/Tacoma:1.Travel east on Interstate 90 over Snoqualmie Pass to Vantage Cross the bridge over the Columbia River and take exit #137 to Hwy 26 2.Take Hwy 26 to Colfax 3.At Colfax, turn right onto Main St (Hwy 195) 4.Continue on Hwy 195 to Pullman 5.Turn left at signs to Pullman, and then right on Davis Way (Hwy 270) 6.Follow Davis Way until it intersects with N. Grand Ave in downtown Pullman 7.Turn right on N. Grand Ave and get into the left lane 8.Turn left at the second stop light, following signs to Moscow 9.At Moscow the highway changes from 270 to Hwy 8 10.Move to far right lane and turn right at the second stop light on Perimeter Drive (University Inn hotel is to the left before you turn)Follow Perimeter drive and the signs to the Kibbie Dome
Local Accommodations
Several motels withing walking distance, others within easy driving distance. For more information,contact Campus Visits Office at 208-885-6163, or visit the following website: https://visitmoscowid.com/stay-and-play/ or http://www.pullmanchamber.com/visit-pullman/where-to-stay/
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- Admissions
- Academics
- Student Body
- Campus Life
- Careers
Admissions
- Overview
- GPA Breakdown
- Testing Policies
- Other Admission Factors
- Selectivity Rating
Admissions
Overview
Applicants:12,222
Acceptance Rate:79%
Average HS GPA:3.40
GPA Breakdown
8%
4.0
28%
3.75 - 3.99
18%
3.50 - 3.74
15%
3.25 - 3.49
13%
3.00 - 3.24
14%
2.50 - 2.99
3%
2.00 - 2.49
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SAT & ACT Test Scores
SAT Evidence-Based Reading and Writing
25th-75th percentile (enrolled students)
490 - 610
SAT Math
25th-75th percentile (enrolled students)
460 - 590
SAT Composite Scores
25th-75th percentile (enrolled students)
950 - 1076
ACT Composite Scores
25th-75th percentile (enrolled students)
20 - 29
Testing Policies
Standardized testing policy for use in admission
Test Optional
Other Admission Factors
Academic
Academic GPA
Standardized Test Scores
Selectivity Rating
Admissions selectivity rating
85/99
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Academics
- Faculty and Class Information
- Graduation Rates
- Majors
- Degrees
- Career Services
- Prominent Alumni
- Academic Rating
Academics
Faculty and Class Information
Student/Faculty
17:1
Total Faculty
609
with Terminal Degree
424
232
Women
94
Minority
32
International
Most frequent class size
2 - 9
Most frequent lab / sub section size
10 - 19
Professors interesting rating
85/99
Professors accessible rating
90/99
Graduation Rates
Graduate in 4 years
35%
Graduate in 5 years
58%
Graduate in 6 years
61%
Majors
AGRICULTURE, AGRICULTURE OPERATIONS, AND RELATED SCIENCES.
Agribusiness/Agricultural Business Operations.
Agricultural Business and Management, General.
Agricultural Communication/Journalism.
Agricultural Economics.
Agricultural Mechanization, General.
Agroecology and Sustainable Agriculture.
Agronomy and Crop Science.
Animal Sciences, General.
Crop Production.
Food Science.
Food Technology and Processing.
Horticultural Science.
Range Science and Management.
Soil Sciences, Other.
ARCHITECTURE AND RELATED SERVICES.
Architectural and Building Sciences/Technology.
Architecture.
Interior Architecture.
Landscape Architecture.
AREA, ETHNIC, CULTURAL, GENDER, AND GROUP STUDIES.
Latin American Studies.
BIOLOGICAL AND BIOMEDICAL SCIENCES.
Biochemistry.
Biology/Biological Sciences, General.
Biotechnology.
Conservation Biology.
Exercise Physiology.
Microbiology, General.
Molecular Biology.
BUSINESS, MANAGEMENT, MARKETING, AND RELATED SUPPORT SERVICES.
Accounting.
Business Administration and Management, General.
Business/Managerial Economics.
Finance, General.
Human Resources Management/Personnel Administration, General.
Management Information Systems, General.
Marketing, Other.
Marketing/Marketing Management, General.
COMMUNICATION, JOURNALISM, AND RELATED PROGRAMS.
Advertising.
Digital Communication and Media/Multimedia.
Journalism.
Organizational Communication, General.
Public Relations/Image Management.
Speech Communication and Rhetoric.
COMMUNICATIONS TECHNOLOGIES/TECHNICIANS AND SUPPORT SERVICES.
Animation, Interactive Technology, Video Graphics and Special Effects.
COMPUTER AND INFORMATION SCIENCES AND SUPPORT SERVICES.
Computer and Information Systems Security/Information Assurance.
Computer Science.
EDUCATION.
Agricultural Teacher Education.
Art Teacher Education.
Elementary Education and Teaching.
English/Language Arts Teacher Education.
Family and Consumer Sciences/Home Economics Teacher Education.
Music Teacher Education.
Physical Education Teaching and Coaching.
Secondary Education and Teaching.
Technical Teacher Education.
ENGINEERING TECHNOLOGIES AND ENGINEERING-RELATED FIELDS.
Industrial Safety Technology/Technician.
Industrial Technology/Technician.
ENGINEERING.
Biological/Biosystems Engineering.
Chemical Engineering.
Civil Engineering, General.
Computer Engineering, General.
Electrical and Electronics Engineering
Materials Engineering.
Mechanical Engineering.
ENGLISH LANGUAGE AND LITERATURE/LETTERS.
Creative Writing.
English Language and Literature, General.
Professional, Technical, Business, and Scientific Writing.
FAMILY AND CONSUMER SCIENCES/HUMAN SCIENCES.
Apparel and Textiles, General.
Foods, Nutrition, and Wellness Studies, General.
Human Development and Family Studies, General.
FOREIGN LANGUAGES, LITERATURES, AND LINGUISTICS.
Applied Linguistics.
Foreign Languages and Literatures, General.
French Language and Literature.
Spanish Language and Literature.
HEALTH PROFESSIONS AND RELATED PROGRAMS.
Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science and Allied Professions, Other.
HISTORY.
American History (United States).
European History.
History, General.
HOMELAND SECURITY, LAW ENFORCEMENT, FIREFIGHTING AND RELATED PROTECTIVE SERVICES.
Fire Prevention and Safety Technology/Technician.
LIBERAL ARTS AND SCIENCES, GENERAL STUDIES AND HUMANITIES.
General Studies.
MATHEMATICS AND STATISTICS.
Applied Mathematics, General.
Mathematical Biology.
Mathematics, General.
Statistics, General.
MULTI/INTERDISCIPLINARY STUDIES.
Intercultural/Multicultural and Diversity Studies.
Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other.
NATURAL RESOURCES AND CONSERVATION.
Environmental Science.
Fishing and Fisheries Sciences and Management.
Forest Management/Forest Resources Management.
Forest Sciences and Biology.
Forestry, General.
Natural Resources Conservation and Research, Other.
Natural Resources Management and Policy.
Wildlife, Fish and Wildlands Science and Management.
PARKS, RECREATION, LEISURE, AND FITNESS STUDIES.
Kinesiology and Exercise Science.
Parks, Recreation and Leisure Facilities Management, General.
PHILOSOPHY AND RELIGIOUS STUDIES.
Philosophy.
PHYSICAL SCIENCES.
Chemistry, General.
Geology/Earth Science, General.
Physics, General.
PSYCHOLOGY.
Psychology, General.
SOCIAL SCIENCES.
Archeology.
Economics, General.
Geographic Information Science and Cartography.
Geography.
International Relations and Affairs.
Political Science and Government, General.
Sociology.
VISUAL AND PERFORMING ARTS.
Art/Art Studies, General.
Dance, General.
Drama and Dramatics/Theatre Arts, General.
Fine/Studio Arts, General.
Interior Design.
Music History, Literature, and Theory.
Music Management.
Music Performance, General.
Music Theory and Composition.
Music, General.
Voice and Opera.
Degrees
Associate
Bachelor's
Certificate
Doctoral/Professional
Doctoral/Research
Master's
Post-Bachelor's certificate
Post-Master's certificate
Career Services
On-Campus Job Interviews Available
Yes
Career Services
Alumni Network
Alumni Services
Classes
Interest Inventory
Internships
Regional Alumni
Opportunities at School
Coop
Experiential
Internship
Notable Faculty
Michael B. Laskowski
Professor, Physiology, Department of Biology
David Thomas
Professor of Math, Mathematics
Debbie Storrs
Professor of Sociology, Sociology
Gary Williams
Professor of English, English
Dale D. Goble
Professor of Law, College of Law
Prominent Alumni
Dirk Kempthorne
Idaho Governor
Jim Lemley
Architect for the English Channel Tunnel
James McClure
U.S. Senator
Linda Copple Trout
Idaho Supreme Court Justice
Nancy Morris
Secretary of the Security Exchange Commisssion
Carol Ryrie Brink
Author; winner of John Newbery Medal
Jeffrey Ashby
Astronaut - 3 space shuttle missions
Academic Rating
Academic rating
80/99
Careers
- Graduation Rates
- Career Services
- Students Say
Careers
Graduation Rates
Graduate in 4 years
35%
Graduate in 5 years
58%
Graduate in 6 years
61%
Career Services
On-Campus Job Interviews Available
Yes
Career Services
Alumni Network
Alumni Services
Classes
Interest Inventory
Internships
Regional Alumni
Opportunities at School
Coop
Experiential
Internship
ROI & Outcomes
Information from PayScale:
Starting Median Salary (Up to Bachelor's degree completed, only)
$63,700
Mid-Career Median Salary (Up to Bachelor's degree completed, only)
$118,800
Starting Median Salary (At least Bachelor's degree)
$65,300
Mid-Career Median Salary (At least Bachelor's degree)
$122,300
Percent High Job Meaning
55%
Percent STEM
23%
Return on Investment (ROI) rating
88/99
Students Say
Students attending the University of Idaho are pleased with the diversity of degrees and programs offered by the school: “This is great if, like me, you aren’t 100% sure of your career goals yet.” It’s the mission of UI’s advisors, then, to make sure the students have the tools to figure this out, whether that’s online interest assessments or descriptions of what you can do with your current major, and extracurricular suggestions for getting employable experience. The school is also described as having “a lot of connections to employers,” which explains both the “great job placement rates” and “networking opportunities.” Perhaps most importantly, it clarifies why more than half of students end up in jobs that they self-describe as being important to them (the median starting salary of $56,400, according to PayScale.com, doesn’t hurt).
Tuition & Aid
- Dates
- Required Forms
- Available Aid
- Financial Aid Statistics
- Financial Aid Rating
- Expenses per Academic Year
Tuition & Aid
Dates
Application Deadlines
Notification Date
Feb 1
Required Forms
FAFSA
Financial Aid Statistics
Average Freshman Total Need-Based Gift Aid
$5,173
Average Undergraduate Total Need-Based Gift Aid
$5,673
Average Need-Based Loan
$5,973
Undergraduates who have borrowed through any loan program
46%
Average amount of loan debt per graduate
$19,860
Financial aid provided to international students
Yes
Expenses per Academic Year
Tuition
Required Fees
Average Cost for Books and Supplies
Tuition / Fees Vary by Year of Study
No
Board for Commuters
Transportation for Commuters
Available Aid
Financial Aid Methodology
Federal
Scholarships and Grants
Need-Based
Need-Based College/University Scholarship or Grant Aid from Institutional Funds
Need-Based Federal Pell
Need-Based Private Scholarships
Need-Based SEOG
Need-Based State Scholarships
Non-Need-Based
Institutional non-need-based scholarship or grant aid is available
Federal Direct Student Loan Programs
Direct PLUS Loans
Direct Subsidized Stafford Loans
Direct Unsubsidized Stafford Loans
Federal Family Education Loan Programs (FFEL)
College/university loans from institutional funds
Is Institutional Employment Available (other than Federal Work Study)
Yes
Direct Lender
No
Financial Aid Rating
Financial Aid Rating
82/99
Student Body
- Student Body Profile
- Demographics
Student Body
Overall
Student Body Profile
Total Undergraduate Enrollment
9,269
Foreign Countries Represented
46
Demographics
51% female
49% male
44% are out of state
74% are full time
26% are part time
Campus Life
- Campus Life
- Housing Options
- Sports
- Student Activities
- Special Needs Admissions
- Student Services
- Sustainability
- Campus Security Report
- Other Information
Campus Life
Overview
Campus Life
Undergrads living on campus
43%
Help finding off-campus housing
Yes
Quality of life rating
90/99
First-Year Students living on campus
87%
Campus Environment
Suburban
Fire safety rating
89/99
Housing Options
Apartment Married
Apartment Single
Cooperative
Disabled Student
Dorms Coed
Dorms Female
Dorms Male
Frat Sorority
International Student
Theme Housing
Special Needs Admissions
Program / Service Name
Center for Disability Access and Resources
Type of Program
For all students with disabilities
Director
Cory Voss
College Entrance Tests Required
No
Interview Required
No
Special Need Services Offered
Dictionary allowed in exams
Yes
Computer allowed in exams
Yes
Extended test time
Yes
Scribes
Yes
Proctors
Yes
Notetakers
Yes
Distraction-free environment
Yes
Accommodation for students with ADHD
Yes
Reading machine
Yes
Other assistive technology
Yes
Student Activities
Registered Student Organizations
124
Number of Honor Societies
4
Number of Social Sororities
10
Number of Religious Organizations
11
21% join a fraternity
22% join a sorority
Sports
Athletic Division
Division I
Men's Sports (Vandals)
7 Sports
Basketball
Cross Country
Football
Golf
Tennis
Track Field Indoor
Track Field Outdoor
Women's Sports (Vandals)
10 Sports
Basketball
Cross Country
Diving
Golf
Soccer
Swimming
Tennis
Track Field Indoor
Track Field Outdoor
Volleyball
Student Services
Health
Womens Center
Army ROTC Offered on-campus
Navy ROTC Offered on-campus
Air Force ROTC Offered at cooperating institutions: Washington State University
Sustainability
Green rating
91/99
AASHE STARS® rating
Silver
School Has Formal Sustainability Committee
Yes
Sustainability-focused degree available
Yes
School employs a sustainability officer
Yes
Public GHG inventory plan
Yes
% food budget spent on local/organic food
1%
Available Transportation Alternatives
Carpool/Vanpool Matching Program
Yes
Condensed Work Week Option For Employees
Yes
Free Or Reduced Price Transit Passes And/Or Free Campus Shuttle
Yes
Reduced Parking Fees For Car And Van Poolers
Yes
School Developed Bicycle Plan
Yes
School Offers A Telecommute Program For Employees
Yes
Data provided by Association for the Advancement of Sustainability in Higher Education (AASHE), STARS®, as of March, 2023.
Campus Security Report
The Jeanne Clery Act requires colleges and universities to disclose their security policies, keep a public crime log, publish an annual crime report and provide timely warnings to students and campus employees about a crime posing an immediate or ongoing threat to students and campus employees.
Please visit The Princeton Review’s page on campus safety for additional resources: http://www.princetonreview.com/safety
The Princeton Review publishes links directly to each school's Campus Security Reports where available. Applicants can also access all school-specific campus safety information using the Campus Safety and Security Data Analysis Cutting Tool provided by the Office of Postsecondary Education of the U.S. Department of Education: https://ope.ed.gov/campussafety/#/
Other Information
Campus-wide Internet Network
Yes
% of Classrooms with Wireless Internet
100
Partnerships with Technology Companies
No
Personal computer included in tuition for each student
No
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