Prospective Student Viewbook

Fierce but Compassionate

Resolute but Collaborative

Proud but Inclusive

Remember when your parents, your teachers, your friends, and your mentors told you that you could be anything you wanted to be?

SINCE 1901

At Idaho State, you’ll discover IT’S NEVER BEEN MORE TRUE.

12,800+ Students

56% FEMALE 44% MALE

48 States 59 Countries REPRESENTED IN THE STUDENT POPULATION

15-to-1

4 Locations

STUDENTTO-FACULTY RATIO

POCATELLO - MAIN CAMPUS IDAHO FALLS MERIDIAN TWIN FALLS

WHAT IS THE ULTIMATE COLLEGE EXPERIENCE? Exposure to stimulating new ideas and ways of thinking • Creating friendships and memories that last a lifetime • Being mentored by faculty who excel in teaching and engage you in exciting research • Joining diverse student organizations and leading other students through community service and campus governance • Becoming an informed citizen of the world and discovering your career path.

At Idaho State, experience is fundamental to our mission. Cultural, social, and academic influences all help to shape the ultimate college experience, but what sets us apart from other colleges and universities is our dedication not only to the discovery but to the integration of knowledge. Our distinctive difference lies in the depth and breadth of opportunities to engage in innovative, interactive scholarship and research in a wide variety of exciting fields.

THIS IS BENGAL COUNTRY

Red Hill Pillars The iconic pillars on Red Hill are a popular site for short hikes, sightseeing, and Bengal traditions.

A REMARKABLE PLACE TO LEARN.

Renowned for academic excellence in the state, the country, and around the world As an Idaho State student, you’ll discover opportunity at every corner of campus with unsurpassed access to undergraduate research, career path internships in your field of study, living and learning communities, an abundance of resources, and a faculty deeply invested in your success. From start to finish, Idaho State will help you focus on bridging your education and your potential career and ultimately send you off wellprepared for your future.

A REMARKABLE PLACE TO LEARN

250+ DEGREE & CERTIFICATE Options A Carnegie-classified doctoral research and teaching institution, our seven colleges and the Kasiska Division of Health Sciences engage in a broad range of innovative research, teaching and learning in the natural, physical, and health sciences, humanities, performing and visual arts, education, engineering, business, pharmacy, and technology.

7 Colleges ARTS AND LETTERS isu.edu/cal

BUSINESS isu.edu/cob

EDUCATION isu.edu/education

HEALTH isu.edu/chp

PHARMACY isu.edu/pharmacy

SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING isu.edu/cse

TECHNOLOGY isu.edu/ctech

For a complete list of undergraduate majors, minors, and graduate degree programs, visit

isu.edu/majors

A

Accounting Technology Accounting Administrative Technology Aircraft Maintenance Technology American Indian Studies Anthropology Applied Mathematics Applied Nuclear Energy Applied Physics Art Athletic Administration Athletic Training Audiology Automotive Collision Repair & Refinishing Automotive Technology

B

Biochemistry Biology Biomedical Ethics Blended Early Childhood Education Business (General) Business Administration* Business Education Business Informatics Business Technology

C

Chemistry Civil Engineering Technology Civil Engineering Clinical Psychology Clinical Psychopharmacology Clinical Rehabilitation Coaching Communication Sciences/Disorders Communication, Media, and Persuasion Corporate Communication, Multiplatform Journalism, Rhetoric and Media Affairs, Visual Communication Communication Community and Public Health Community Health Worker Certificate Community Paramedic Certificate Computer Aided Design Drafting Computer Science Computerized Machining Technology Consumer Economics Cosmetology Counseling Counselor Education Creative Writing Criminology

D

Dance Deaf Education Dental Hygiene Dental Sciences Diagnostic Medical Sonography Diesel/On-Site Power Generation Technology Dietetics

E

Early Childhood Care & Education Earth and Environmental Systems Economics Educational Administration Education Educational Leadership Electrical Engineering Electrical Engineering Technology Elementary Education Engineering and Applied Science English Environmental Engineering Environmental Science and Management Ethics Exercise Science Experimental Psychology

F

Family and Consumer Science Family Medicine Residency Finance Fire Services Administration Folklore French

G

Gender And Sexuality Studies Geographic Information Science Geology Geosciences Geotechnology Geriatric Certificate German Global Studies

H

Health Education Health Informatics Health Information Technology Health Physics Health Science Healthcare Administration History Homeland Security and Emergency Management Hospitality Management Human Resource Development

I

Idaho Advanced Dentistry Idaho Dental Industrial Cybersecurity Engineering Technology Information Technology Systems Instructional Design and Technology Instrumentation Engineering Technology

J

Japanese Journalism

L

Law Enforcement Linguistics Studies Literacy

M

Management Marital-Couple-Family Counseling Marketing Mathematics for Secondary Teachers Mathematics Measurement and Control Engineering Mechanical Engineering Mechanical Engineering Technology Medical Anthropology Medical Assisting Medical Coding Medical Lab Science Mental Health Counseling Microbiology Military Science Music Music Education

N

Nail Technology Nuclear Engineering Nuclear Operations Technology Nuclear Science and Engineering Nursing Accelerated Associate Degree Registered Nurse Nursing Practice* Practical Nursing RN to BSN completion Veteran to Nurse Nutrition

N

(Continued) Nutrition/Dietetics Internship

O

Occupational Therapy Assistant Occupational Therapy Organizational Leadership and Performance Outdoor Education

P

Paralegal Studies Paramedic Science Pharmaceutical Science Pharmacy Pharmacy Technology Philosophy Physical Education Physical Therapy Physical Therapist Assistant Physician Assistant Studies Physics Political Science Pre-chiropractic Pre-dental Pre-law Pre-medicine Pre-occupational therapy Pre-optometry Pre-pharmacy Pre-physical therapy Pre-physician assistant Pre-veterinary medicine Psychology Public Health Public Relations

R

Radiographic Science Rehabilitation and Communication Sciences Respiratory Therapy Robotics and Communications Systems Engineering Technology

S

School Counseling School Psychology Secondary Education Shoshoni Sign Language Interpreting Sign Language Studies Small Business Technology Social Work Sociology Spanish Spanish for Health Professions Special Education Speech Language Pathology Sport Management Statistics Student Affairs Counseling Surveying and Geomatics Engineering Technology

T

Teaching of English Teaching Technical Education TESOL Theatre Training and Development

U

University Studies Unmanned Aerial System

W

Welding Workplace Training Leadership

GO BEYOND THE CLASSROOM

We don't just prepare students for jobs. we prepare them for life after Idaho State.

Part of finding the right college fit is about making sure the education you receive will lead you to a viable career. In addition to academic excellence, Idaho State offers an abundance of resources, including career and life-planning courses, internships, and research opportunities, that can help you map out your future.

From the moment you step on campus, career preparation resources offered through your major department and the Idaho State Career Center will provide engaging ways for you to take charge of your career development.

ALMOST

50% OF UNDERGRADUATE STUDENTS PARTICIPATE IN RESEARCH ACTIVITY

You’ll discover programs that offer unparalleled training and exposure to real-life experiences in your chosen major. Our state-of-the-art laboratories and clinical facilities, combined with extensive opportunities for progressive research, form the cornerstone of your educational experience.

ONE of only 334 CARNEGIE RESEARCH INSTITUTIONS IN THE COUNTRY.

FOLLOW THE NUMBERS FOR YOUR FUTURE

Idaho State was RECENTLY awarded the "Best Value School" Designation IN 2017.

“More important than simple metrics, we dig deep into student satisfaction, cost, and what makes a school ‘special.’ Idaho State qualifies on all accounts.”

—University Research and Review

Our administrators, faculty, and staff are committed to ensuring you get the most return on your investment in higher education.

At Idaho State, your educational experience will directly translate into a more successful future.

Idaho State University

TOP RANKED IN IDAHO FOR GRADUATE EARNINGS

63

University of Idaho

53 53

North Idaho College

by Brookings Institution

42

Lewis-Clark State College

Institutions are ranked on a scale of one to 100 to rate the valueadded to median student earnings 10 years after enrollment of the 2001-2002 cohort, with 100 being the top score.

Boise State University

27

Northwest Nazarene

18 15

College of Idaho

“The [Brookings] study demonstrates the high market value Idaho State graduates receive because of the academic programs that we offer.”

—Laura Woodworth-Ney, Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs at Idaho State University

2021-22 Undergraduate cost of attendance EXPENSE

RESIDENT COSTS

NON-RESIDENT COSTS

NON-RESIDENT TUITION WAIVER

WESTERN UNDERGRADUATE EXCHANGE

Undergraduate tuition

$7,872

$25,326

$7,872

$11,808

On-campus residence halls

$2,950

$2,950

$2,950

$2,950

Meal plan

$3,460

$3,460

$3,460

$3,460

Books and supplies

$1,100

$1,100

$1,100

$1,100

TOTAL COST

$15,382

$32,836

$15,382

$19,318

Academic year tuition includes Fall 2021 and Spring 2022 semesters. Tuition and fees are subject to change by action of the State Board of Education.

Costs listed are estimations and should not be considered a guarantee.

SCHOLARSHIP AWARDING TABLE FOR IDAHO Residents TIER

UNWEIGHTED GPA

SCHOLARSHIP AMOUNT

NUMBER OF YEARS

Presidential

3.90 or greater AND

$7, 872

4

32 ACT or greater (1420 SAT or greater)

Tier 2

3.90 - 4.0

$4,000

4

Tier 3

3.75 - 3.899

$3,000

4

Tier 4

3.40 - 3.749

$2,000

4

Tier 5

3.000 - 3.399

$1,000

4

Fall entry deadline February 15

Spring entry deadline November 1

You must be a New Incoming First Time Idaho Resident AND a graduate of an Idaho High School (or equivalent) to be eligible for these awards. ACT or SAT scores are required for students who would like to be considered for the top tier (Presidential) award.

ACT or SAT scores are required for Idaho Residents who are homeschooled and for students from non-accredited high schools.

Your completed application for admission to the university serves as your “scholarship application” for these scholarships.

GPAs are unweighted.

This awarding index is subject to change.

FIND YOUR PLACE IN UNIVERSITY HOUSING

Living in University Housing helps you make the absolute most of your college experience. Idaho State offers three different styles of oncampus accommodations designed for different lifestyles: apartments, suites, and residence halls.

In Housing, you will become a part of a community that is as energetic and diverse as the individuals who live there.

isu.edu/housing

LESS STRESS On-campus living reduces the stress of commuting, parking, grocery shopping, and preparing meals. Cable, internet, and all utilities are also included.

GREATER ACADEMIC SUCCESS Sharing a community with students who have similar goals and interests along with convenient access to computer labs and study lounges, create an environment in which you are more likely to experience academic success, get better grades, and graduate.

ADVENTURE SEEKERS LOVE OUR

OUTDOOR ADVENTURE CENTER WITH TRIPS, CLASSES, WORKSHOPS, EQUIPMENT RENTALS, AND MORE.

ENRICHING THE COLLEGE EXPERIENCE EXPERIENCE ONE OF THE

LARGEST ROCK-CLIMBING WALLS ON A COLLEGE CAMPUS AT OUR STATE-OF-THE-ART RECREATION CENTER.

At Idaho State, we are committed to the success and achievement of our students. You will find opportunities on campus that will lead to your personal growth, development, and progress. Whether you participate in student government, the University Honors Program, student organizations and clubs, sports, or any other of the numerous activities on campus, you will find that friends and fun await you here.

OUR COMMITMENT TO YOUR SUCCESS is evident in programs like Student Care and Assistance that provide resources and support to help students navigate challenges, personal life issues, critical incidents, hardships, and emergencies.

from movies and concerts

INTRAMURAL SPORTS OFFER SOMETHING FOR EVERYONE ON CAMPUS.

to art shows, bowling

Every year, thousands of

tournaments, and a

students, faculty, staff, and

springfest of games and

spouses participate in a myriad

competitions to finish out

of exciting team and individual

the academic year.

sports activities.

An active student-led program board provides a wide range of activities

150 Clubs & Organizations

STUDY HARD COMPETE HARD

BENGAL ATHLETICS' Graduation RATE HAS CONSISTENTLY Been higher than OTHER BIG SKY CONFERENCE ATHLETIC PROGRAMS.

Whether you participate on one of Idaho State’s NCAA Division 1 athletic teams or support the teams with your enthusiasm, there’s nothing like sitting with thousands of your peers, cheering on classmates and friends as they compete. Shout the fight song in a sea of orange and black. Celebrate victories in a vibrant atmosphere. This is Bengal country, and you can feel it in the air!

HOLT ARENA WAS THE FIRST Enclosed STADIUM on a college campus.

EXPERIENCE THE EXCITEMENT OF BENGAL ATHLETICS WITH IDAHO STATE'S 13 NCAA DIVISION 1 ATHLETIC TEAMS. MEN’S Basketball Cross Country Football Tennis Track and Field WOMEN’S Basketball Cross Country Golf Soccer Softball Tennis Track and Field Volleyball

CAMPUS AND BEYOND Main campus location City - Pocatello State - Idaho Population - 70,000+ Equidistant (2.5 hours by car) from • Yellowstone National Park • Grand Teton National Park • Sun Valley, Idaho

WASHINGTON

MONTANA

OREGON

IDAHO

WYOMING

Home to Idaho State University is the city of Pocatello, widely regarded as the “Gate City.” Pocatello is situated in the heart of some of the best outdoor recreation areas in the world.

NEVADA

UTAH

COLORADO

CALIFORNIA

With its safe environment and friendly people, Pocatello and the neighboring city of Chubbuck embody the exceptional qualities that characterize living in America’s smaller cities.

ARIZONA

NEW MEXICO

AVERAGE SUMMER HIGH: 85° F

Pocatello and the surrounding area offers skiing, boating, whitewater rafting, fishing, hot springs, and other historic and recreational opportunities. Within minutes of campus, hiking, mountain biking, horseback riding, rock climbing, and more are available.

WALKING DISTANCE TO MILES OF SCENIC HIKING AND BIKING TRAILS

AVERAGE ANNUAL PRECIPITATION: 12 INCHES

JOIN THE NEXT CLASS OF BENGALS

Take your first Bengal steps. Start the application process to join the next class of Bengals. isu.edu/apply info@isu.edu 208-282-2123 (Call) 208-314-9062 (Text)

IDAHO STATE ADMISSION DEADLINES SPRING ADMISSION December 1 SUMMER ADMISSION Open FALL ADMISSION August 1

EXPERIENCE CAMPUS We provide a variety of ways to experience our campus community, including in-person campus tours, during which you’ll see the beauty of our campus and the surrounding areas and connect with faculty, staff, and students. We also offer a 360° virtual tour of campus that can be easily accessed from your mobile device or computer and virtual one-on-one or group sessions with an Admission Advisor and current students.

LEARN MORE AT ISU.EDU/VISIT

Office of Admissions 921 S. 8th Avenue, Stop 8011 I Pocatello, Idaho 83209 Phone - (208) 282-2123 I Text - (208) 314-9062 Email - info@isu.edu isu.edu/admissions